Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Nintendo DS, PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360
- Developers: Silicon Knights
- Publishers: Activision
X-Men: Destiny: A Detailed Review
Introduction
X-Men: Destiny is an action role-playing game based on the popular X-Men comic book series. It was developed by Silicon Knights and published by Activision in 2011 for the Nintendo DS, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii consoles. The game features an original story written by Mike Carey, the writer of the X-Men: Legacy comic book series.
Gameplay
X-Men: Destiny is a third-person action RPG in which players control one of three customizable mutant characters: Grant Alexander, Aimi Yoshida, or Adrian Luca. Each character has their own unique abilities and playstyle. Grant is a melee fighter with superhuman strength and durability, Aimi is a ranged fighter with telekinetic powers, and Adrian is a stealth fighter with the ability to control shadows.
Players can level up their characters by defeating enemies and completing quests. As they level up, they can unlock new abilities and upgrades. Players can also choose to align their characters with either the X-Men or the Brotherhood of Mutants. This choice will affect the story and the characters that they can interact with.
Story
The story of X-Men: Destiny takes place in a world where mutants are feared and hated. The X-Men are a team of mutants who fight to protect humanity from those who would harm them. The Brotherhood of Mutants is a group of mutants who believe that mutants are superior to humans and should rule the world.
The player character is a new mutant who must choose which side to join. They will then embark on a journey that will take them all over the world and pit them against some of the most powerful mutants in the Marvel Universe.
Characters
X-Men: Destiny features a large cast of characters from the X-Men comic book series. Some of the most notable characters include:
- Wolverine: A mutant with superhuman senses, healing abilities, and retractable claws.
- Cyclops: A mutant who can shoot powerful optic blasts from his eyes.
- Rogue: A mutant who can absorb the powers and memories of others through physical contact.
- Gambit: A mutant who can control and throw objects with explosive force.
- Magneto: A mutant who can control metal.
- Mystique: A mutant who can shapeshift into anyone she sees.
Reception
X-Men: Destiny received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s story, characters, and combat system. Others criticized the game’s repetitive missions, technical issues, and lack of innovation.
Despite the mixed reviews, X-Men: Destiny was a commercial success. It sold over 2 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
X-Men: Destiny is a solid action RPG that features an engaging story, a large cast of characters, and a fun combat system. While it is not without its flaws, it is still a worthwhile game for fans of the X-Men comic book series.
Additional Information
- X-Men: Destiny was the first X-Men game to be developed by Silicon Knights.
- The game was originally supposed to be released in 2010, but it was delayed to 2011.
- X-Men: Destiny was delisted from all digital storefronts in 2014 due to legal issues between Silicon Knights and Epic Games.
- The game has been re-released on GOG.com and Steam in 2022.
Conclusion
X-Men: Destiny is a fun and engaging action RPG that lets you create your own mutant and join the X-Men in their fight against evil. If you are a fan of the X-Men comic book series, then you should definitely check out this game.
Review Score
7/10
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