Have you ever wondered what a mashup of Destiny 2’s PVP, Overwatch’s gameplay, exo suits, and a Jurassic theme would be like? Well, you don’t have to wonder anymore because Capcom’s Exoprimal is here to satisfy your curiosity.
What is Exoprimal?
Exoprimal is an online team-based action game that immerses you and four teammates in exo suits to combat hordes of dinosaurs. You can pick from three types of exo suits: Assault, Tank, and Support (Medic). The right exo suit is key to success in PvP, PvE, and Random mode missions.
Exoprimal’s Gameplay: A Fusion of Familiar Mechanics
For players well-versed in titles like Team Fortress 2, Overwatch, CoD Zombies, and Destiny 2, Exoprimal’s gameplay feels like a breeze to pick up. The objective of PvP is to defeat waves and accomplish goals; the difficulty changes based on team performance. It has a unique twist, where a slower team controls a powerful dinosaur, like Destiny 2’s Gambit mode.
One standout feature is the ability to switch exo suits on the fly, adding depth to your strategies. However, the point system occasionally favors medic/support or assault classes, which might cause players to value individual achievements over teamwork.
The Thrill of Exoprimal: Exo Suit Abilities
The highlight of Exoprimal is undoubtedly the flexibility to customize your exo suit’s load out. Whether you prefer being a supportive tank with extra firing speed and healing abilities or a swift medic, the game allows you to tailor your approach. Before each match, you can switch modules and rigs, helping your team face different types of dinosaurs or transitioning to PvE modes.
A Player-Friendly Economy System
Exoprimal’s economy system shines in the sense that it allows you to unlock many items by merely playing and leveling up, even without the need to invest in a season pass. It removes the pressure to buy one just to access cool items or skins.
Exoprimal’s Story: Lost in the Jurassic Invasion
Where Exoprimal falls short is in storytelling. Despite its unique Jurassic premise, the narrative is poorly conveyed. You piece the story together through matches and cut scenes, often out of order, making it hard to follow. Even reaching a 100% database progression doesn’t provide clear insights into the narrative.
What’s Next for Exoprimal?
Once you’ve completed the game’s storyline, unlocked skins, and maxed out your exo suits, there’s a lack of incentives for regular play. It would greatly benefit from introducing fun challenges based on exo suit choices, more diverse dinosaurs, and additional gameplay modes. For example, challenges for specific exo suit types or characters could make the experience more engaging.
In summary, Exoprimal offers a promising blend of familiar gameplay mechanics set in an exciting Jurassic world. Addressing balance issues, improving storytelling, and introducing new gameplay modes could have elevated it to a truly captivating experience.
