Review of Metal Bringer for PlayStation 5

In the realm of gaming, Metal Bringer by PLAYISM and ALPHAWING throws players into a gripping tale set far in the future, where humanity stands on the brink of extinction. If you’re curious about this action-packed roguelite, stick around as we delve into the depths of our Metal Bringer review.

Awakening from a thousand-year slumber, you assume the role of Suria Yugia. It’s not your typical wake-up call, as your robotic sidekick, Bud, welcomes you to the deserted halls of Meru Laboratory. For over eight million hours — or a millennium, give or take — the lab has remained operational, and now the S.I.V.A. system has gone rogue. Its master plan? Keep humankind in an eternal cryosleep by seizing control of the Labor AI, freezing them permanently. Given the dire circumstances, combating this threat head-on isn’t an option. Instead, you’ll navigate the challenge with the help of Labors, humanoid bots, and rideable mechs called Arms.

Before diving into combat, you’ll craft your initial Labor. This involves piecing together a head, body, and arming it with left and right weapons. Each piece brings a different balance of power, speed, and function. Weapon weight plays a crucial role, influencing your Labor’s agility. When assembling your arsenal, factor in stats like reload and bullet speeds. Some weapons come with the added punch of status damage, like burn or freeze effects. Customization extends to aesthetics as well; tweak the color of each part of your Labor, from skin tone to weapon shades.

You’ll maneuver using the left analog stick while aiming and firing with the right and appropriate triggers. When it’s time for aerial maneuvers or interactions, use the X and Square buttons respectively. And for those tight situations you can’t avoid, a quick tap of Circle allows for a swift dash. Despite your Labor’s prowess, seeking an Arms for additional firepower is advisable. To mount an Arms, a simple press on the D-Pad will suffice. Camera adjustments are at your fingertips with the L1 and R1 buttons, and you’ll find the right analog stick invaluable for locking onto targets—a must when facing multiple adversaries or powerful bosses.

Progressing through Metal Bringer brings the opportunity to collect D Chips. These chips are vital for fortifying your Labor, extending its abilities and enhancing its capabilities for future challenges. Boost elements like health, defense, and weapon specialization, whether it’s melee or ranged weaponry. Upgrade your arsenal, be it shiny twinblades or imposing gravity cannons.

Blueprints are another treasure to uncover, enabling app installations on your Labor. Each run offers chances to discover new apps that enhance your efforts, potentially revealing fresh ones for subsequent attempts. Whether it’s increased weapon charge rates, enhanced mobility, or extra damage for blade attacks, these apps tailored for specific needs can give you the upper hand when it matters most.

Achievements and trophies await those who persevere in Metal Bringer. If you’re trophy hunting, there’s a Platinum trophy within reach. The journey is filled with milestones—defeating bosses, assembling Labor blueprints, analyzing apps, and achieving stunning high-score damage marks, among others. Whether you’re destroying high-level enemies or traveling through numerous areas, each feat brings you closer to that coveted Platinum.

In summary, Metal Bringer crafts a tale of human survival packaged into a thrilling roguelite experience. As Suria Yugia, guided by Bud in the specialized Meru Laboratory, you must confront the S.I.V.A. takeover with strategic prowess through Labors and Arms. Available for PlayStation 5, Metal Bringer offers intense gameplay at a price of $19.99—a tempting offer for those ready to defy the odds and free humanity from its icy fate.

As we wrap up this review, do note that our insights are drawn from an experience on a provided PlayStation 5 copy, courtesy of PLAYISM.