Xbox Game Passjust gained a title that will appeal toSouth Parkfans and those who enjoywell-crafted tactical role-playing games. As a franchise,South Park’s video game adaptations have been somewhat hit-or-miss asthe older games haven’t aged well, but something likeThe Stick of Truthis hailed as one of Obsidian Entertainment’s best releases. While the RPG’s follow-up may not have had the cultural impact of its predecessor,it’s still plenty of fun and well worth the time, especially if it’s on Game Pass.
PerTrue Achievements,Xbox Game Pass just addedSouth Park: The Fractured But Whole, which is available from today, October 16. The first part of the service’s second wave of October additions, the surprisingly massive tactical RPG follows the children of the eponymous town as they embark upon a game of superheroes, aiming for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the many tropes of the genre. Beyond exploring the faithfully recreated town, the game also boasts an in-depth combat system that rewards careful planning and character building, making for a remarkably robust experience.
Fractured But Whole Is A Fantastic Game
And A Major Win For Game Pass Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass' biggest strength lies in the variety it affords its users. The addition ofSouth Park: The Fractured But Wholeisn’t just a win for fans of the irreverent comedy series but also for RPG lovers who may have been turned off by the game’s commitment to maintaining the style and humor commonly associated with the franchise.Having it on Xbox Game Pass is a great opportunity for those who otherwise may not have been comfortable purchasing itas an individual title.
As great of a game asFractured But Wholeis, it won’t be for everyone.The combat can be slow and repetitivefor those who prefer the more classic turn-based battles ofStick of Truthand the world design can be a little rigid, even if it is a faithful recreation of the town. There’s also the game’s writing which fans will enjoy but those who don’t appreciateSouth Park’s crass style may find it more grating than anything else.
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Screen Rant’s Take: Fractured But Whole Is Worth A Try
Especially For Enthusiasts
The great thing aboutXbox Game Passis that it doesn’t cost extra to simply try out the games on the service.I thoroughly enjoyed my time withSouth Park: The Fractured But Whole, even if I believeStick of Truthto be a more refined experience. There’s fun to be hadrunning around as ridiculous “superheroes,“especially when the combat system is more than just selecting options in a menu; It’s worth a play, even if you’re not a majorSouth Parkfan.
