The iconic animated American sitcom returns to the realm of video games with the arrival of the brand-new South Park Snow Day. Unlike the franchise's previous forays into the realm of RPGs, this is a 3D-action roguelike game. While this may sound like an odd move for South Park, the execution is surprisingly decent. That said, it's not without its issues.
Before we start, it should be noted that South Park Snow Day is operating on a much smaller scale than Obsidian or Ubisoft's offerings, so players will want to manage their expectations.
The game takes place in the titular town where the show is also set. Players step back into the boots of the 'New Kid' who aims to make the most of a snowstorm ravaging the town by having fun in the snow with their friends. Classic characters like Cartman, Jimmy, and more return, each LARPing specific roles in a DnD-style session.
This is what forms the basis of the story: South Park Snow Day is set throughout five levels, where the New Kid from the previous South Park RPG outings tackles challenges by fighting through hordes of foes and completing objectives to reach the end. Players can select between a few weapons (both melee and ranged) and powers, some of which become available after the campaign.
Before we dive into the finer gameplay details, you should know that this is a South Park game through and through. The cartoonish characters, the crass humor replete with vulgarities, and hilarious set-pieces all make South Park Snow Day a game geared towards fans of the series. The game can be played as a co-op adventure by up to four players, each of whom is able to create a custom avatar.
The story is also surprisingly intriguing. It starts with a silly war between the humans and elves and
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