Gamestopreview

Alright, lemme break it down for ya, kid. Unknow 9: Awakening, huh? Well, let me tell ya, it's a real mixed bag. The cinematics are top-notch, no doubt about it. The mise-en-scene is a feast for the eyes, and the actors do a bang-up job. The lighting is like a movie star, and the art direction is a ****, here's the thing: the gameplay is a whole different story. The possession mechanic is kinda cool, but it feels like it's just there for show. The character progression is like a snail on ice. Haroona's just dropped into the world, and we don't really get a sense of her goals or motivation. The game mechanics are repetitive and feel unnatural. The white markers are like a babysitter, and the animations are a bit buggy. The sound is great, but it could use a bit more **** hey, the voice acting is fantastic. Anya's portrayal of Haroona is top-notch. And the UI... well, let's just say it's a bit of a headache. The power tree is a cool feature, but it's not **** it wasn't for the cinematics, I'd give this game a 4. The potential is there, but it's buried under a pile of gameplay issues. The developers need to step out of their comfort zone and try something new. Otherwise, they might wanna consider a career change to moviemaking.Final score: 7/10.