Guacamelee is game by Drink Box Studios that was originally released for the PS3 and Vita. In the Super Turbo Championship Edition the game makes it debut to the Xbox side on the Xbox One. The game revolves around playing as Juan and/or Tostada as you try to save El Presidente’s daughter from Carlos Calaca and his band of minions.
The first thing you notice right out of the gate is the Mexican cultural influence throughout the game. From the art style to the music to the story. This game is heavily based in Mexican lore and culture. At some points a bit over the top, but overall a unique experience we rarely see in games.
The gameplay is heavily combat based and the combination of attack moves you receive also help you to navigate the various platform elements. The boss battles are intense and it may take you a few times to successfully figure out how to beat a specific boss. Notably Carlos Calaca is a very difficult boss fight until you understand his move cycle and signals.
There is replay value in the fact that you can collect various items and complete side quests. I was disappointed to see that one of the side quests that really isn’t elaborated at all in the actual plot has a direct correlation to the type of ending you receive. When I beat the game I got a sad ending which to someone like me who is heavily plot motivated was a real downer after coming that far.
As another Xbox Live Free Games with Gold this was a good experience to have in contrast with Max: The Curse of Brotherhood. While overall I have to say I enjoyed Max more, this came was certainly more action packed and the cultural aspects added a nice touch that made this game a unique experience.
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