- Publisher: Raw Fury
- Release Date: Nov 15, 2023
- Also On: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
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Apr 12, 2024American Arcadia features a refreshing tale that shows how to “subvert expectations,” making the plot a standout hit when compared to more mainstream narratives. On top of that, the variance in gameplay and the exceptional presentation act as extensions and support for an already excellent narrative.
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Nov 22, 2023With an appealing visual style, timely themes and excellent puzzle platform mechanics, American Arcadia confidently checks a lot of boxes. While a few of the puzzles can be head-scratchers or frustrating to complete, the majority of my experience was extremely positive. American Arcadia is genuinely something fresh and stands out in a crowded genre.
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Nov 15, 2023American Arcadia covers a unique scenario with a great story and beautiful environments. Its mix of 2-D sidescrolling platforming sections and 3-D exploration of the outside world shakes up what could quickly become monotonous.
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Edge MagazineDec 28, 2023It has all the hooks you'd associate with a streaming service binge-watch...But American Arcadia has something to say, too. [Issue#393, p.116]
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Dec 15, 2023American Arcadia offers varied and moderately balanced gameplay, peppered with caustic social commentary.
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Nov 15, 2023Taking six to eight hours to complete, I’ve blasted through American Arcadia in just two sittings, being utterly gripped the whole time. The side-scrolling platforming and first-person puzzle gameplay blend together seamlessly, with the story here being king. Despite a few small presentation issues that need ironing out, the gameplay here is flawless – and jumping from Angela’s first-person viewpoint to being in control of a side-scrolling Trevor via her computer monitor is nothing short of genius. If you enjoy adventure and puzzles, and like the sound of a story that’s reminiscent of The Truman Show, this is a game not to be missed.
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Nov 15, 2023American Arcadia turns The Truman Show into an interactive indie thriller you don't want to miss.
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Nov 15, 2023American Arcadia is a sharp, snappy production that could make for an entertaining film if it wasn't peppered with ingenious puzzles and platforming challenges. The dual character scenario is exploited brilliantly, adding variety, originality and humour, and even if some sections lack a real sense of participation, the visual design of Arcadia, along with some smart turns in the plot, ensure momentum through to the end.
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Nov 15, 2023The game is a stinging condemnation of entertainment that thrives on the suffering of others.
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Nov 22, 2023With a strong atmosphere, interesting story, and engaging but fairly simple mix of puzzle and platforming gameplay, American Arcadia makes for a memorable place to visit - and escape from.
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Nov 16, 2023An enjoyable cinematic adventure that creatively blends narrative platforming with first-person puzzles, offering an expressive story through minimalism, despite frustrating trial-and-error moments and occasional oddity in cinematic scenes due to "lowpoly," all leading to an escape in a continually twisting dystopian city.
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Dec 14, 2023A thrilling and fun adventure you can not miss [Recommended]
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Nov 15, 2023Despite their respective annoyances, you can't help rooting for Angela and Trevor, and especially Trevor. He has, as he points out, not actually done anything wrong except to not be an awful fitspo influencer, like American Arcadia's most popular resident. By the end of the game you're catharting as hard as anyone at the prospect of victory at the entertainment company at the heat of the show. It's especially great to see how Trevor's concept of what victory in his own personal context means.