PAW Patrol World
Release Date: September 29, 2023
Adventure, TPP, sandbox, for children, fables, arcade elements, for 2 players, co-op, dogs, action adventure, splitscreen, multiplayer, singleplayer
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A TPP action adventure game based on the PAW Patrol License. PAW Patrol World has us playing as the show's heroes, trying to stop the evil Mayor Humbinger from ruining their festival.
PAW Patrol World is a licensed action adventure game based off a popular TV show, PAW Patrol. It was developed by 3DClouds studio, known for such games as Gigantosaurus: Dino Kart and PAW Patrol: Grand Prix.
Plot
PAW Patrol World is set in the same world as the PAW Patrol cartoon. The PAW Patrol Festival is in danger, as the evil Mayor Humdinger has stolen all the advertising posters and hid on his giant blimp alongside his Catastrophe Crew, wreaking havoc. The show's protagonists, puppies Chase, Skye, Marshall, Rubble, Zuma, Rocky, Everest and Trucker, must stop him and save the festival.
Mechanics
PAW Patrol World is a third-person game (TPP). It features an open world, consisting of such locations as the Adventure Bay, Jake’s Mountain, the Jungle, and Barkingburg. Though we can travel it on foot - or, rather, on paw - various vehicles can be used to move more effectively.
We play as various characters, each with unique abilities. These come in handy when completing objectives. Aside from story missions, there are also various side quests to check out, as well as memory quests based on iconic PAW Patrol episodes.
As we progress through the game we acquire gadgets and comsetics, such as emotes, stamps, labels, outfits or vehicle stickers, letting us customize our pups' appearance to our liking.
Game modes
PAW Patrol World supports singleplayer and local split screen co-op.
Technical aspects
PAW Patrol World features colorful visuals, retaining the show's appealing artstyle.
Videos and Screens
[2:03] PAW Patrol World launch trailer
[1:10] PAW Patrol World trailer #1
Screen Rant: 2.5 / 5 by Kaitlyn Peterson
However, it also leaves a lot to be desired in that its graphics are certainly not impressive by any means and its overall gameplay is incredibly simple and repetitive, even for its target audience. At times, many things feel confusingly implemented and the option for co-op feels a bit like an afterthought. With all that being said, it is still potentially worth giving a chance as there is a lot going on for PAW Patrol World that will help introduce young children to modern gaming in a way that not many other games like it can, however, anyone over the age of the target audience is likely to be unimpressed and quickly bored.
NextGen Player: 8.5 / 10 by Paul Hunter
Paw Patrol World is my favourite Paw Patrol game yet. It's bigger, better looking and more interesting than any prior installment I've played in this series. Children will have a blast getting lost in the game's warm and inviting open-world hubs, playing as their favourite pup and enjoying a lighthearted story full of funny moments.
Invision Community: 8 / 10 by Craig Roberts
If you’re searching for a game that can entertain a 4-year-old and their adult counterpart, Paw Patrol World is the answer. It’s a delightful journey that speaks to the hearts of both the youngest and the young at heart, reminding us that sometimes, the most enjoyable adventures are those we share with our little heroes.
PAW Patrol World Summary
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Nintendo Switch
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Developer: 3DClouds
Publisher: Outright Games
Age restrictions: none
PAW Patrol World System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i3-7100 3.9 GHz / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 3.1 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 750 / 4 GB Radeon RX 550 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-8400 2.8 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 2500X 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 960 / 3 GB Radeon R9 280 or better, 16 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit