Agent Fall, crafted by eastasiasoft and Pufferfish Digital, plunges players into a nostalgic 2D side-scrolling shooter on the PlayStation 5. Dive into our detailed review and discover what thrills lie ahead!
In Agent Fall, a secret military base in the desert signals unusual threats. This game’s mission is clear: it’s up to you to uncover what’s happening before disaster strikes. You can step into the shoes of one of four agents, armed with a license to kill and infiltrate this enigmatic base.
For an added twist, Agent Fall offers three difficulty levels to test your mettle: Recruit, Veteran, and the daunting Insane. Recruit mode grants players extra health and weakens opponents, making it ideal for newcomers. Veteran is the fair, balanced challenge, putting your skills to the test. But Insane mode? It lives up to its name, drastically reducing your health to just one hit point, boosting enemy strength, and enforcing permadeath. One slip-up and it’s game over!
Once you jump into the action, choose your character from Johnson, Smith, Bianchi, or Diaz. A short tutorial acclimates you with the controls: guide your agent with the left stick or D-Pad, jump using X, and shoot with the Square button. Don’t forget the Circle button for grenades, which require precision aim given their arched trajectory—a misfire could land you in a heap of trouble!
Your default weapon boasts infinite ammo, but as you venture through the game, you’ll encounter powerful alternatives like a shotgun, machine gun, flamethrower, bazooka, plasma gun, and even a mini gun. These pack a serious punch, so aim wisely. Occasionally, you’ll pick up grenades and a bulletproof vest—the latter serving as an invaluable second health bar.
Now, for those trophy hunters out there, Agent Fall delivers a complete trophy list, including a coveted Platinum. As a Cross-Buy release, owning a PS5 means accessing both PS4 and PS5 versions, each flaunting a unique trophy list. You’ll find 2 Bronze, 16 Silver, and 6 Gold trophies to add to your collection.
Agent Fall revisits classic 2D side-scrolling shooter roots, offering a thrilling adventure on Sony’s console. Your objective is straightforward: investigate the odd occurrences at the desert base with one of four elite agents. It’s an enjoyable, classic action-packed experience that rewards players with a Platinum trophy—or two, with each version having its own set of accolades to earn. Available as a Cross-Buy option, Agent Fall is reasonably priced at $5.99.
Disclaimer: This review is based on a PlayStation 5 copy provided by eastasiasoft.
