Wild Hearts
Release Date: February 16, 2023
Action, TPP, fantasy, RPG elements, co-op, Game Pass, EA Play, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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TPP action game with RPG elements, in which we hunt overgrown creatures in a fantastic land, acting alone or in a team of three. Wild Hearts was developed by Omega Force studio, and was released by Electronic Arts.
February 17, 2023
Wild Hearts Review: Building a Mystery
Roaming a strange world and hunting down monsters may sound familiar, but add to that some unique construction mechanics and you get a game that tries its best to stand out from the rest.
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Wild Hearts
Roaming a strange world and hunting down monsters may sound familiar, but add to that some unique construction mechanics and you get a game that tries its best to stand out from the rest.
The main pros of the game
- Innovative Gameplay: The introduction of the Karakuri system allows players to build gadgets during combat, adding a unique twist to the hunting genre.
- Fun Combat Mechanics: Many players appreciate the fast-paced, dynamic combat, which feels more arcade-like compared to traditional monster hunting games.
- Visual Appeal: The game features beautiful environments and interesting monster designs, creating an engaging world to explore.
- Multiplayer Experience: The game shines when played with friends, with many users noting the positive social interactions and cooperative gameplay.
- Character Customization: Players can edit their characters later in the game, providing flexibility in character design.
The main cons of the game
- Performance Issues: Many users reported significant performance problems, including frame drops, stuttering, and crashes, especially on PC.
- Inconsistent Optimization: The game's optimization is criticized, with some players experiencing issues regardless of their hardware specifications.
- Gameplay Clunkiness: Some reviews mention clunky controls and unresponsive gameplay, detracting from the overall experience.
- Limited Enemy Variety: Users noted that while the monster designs are interesting, there is a lack of variety in enemy types and combat strategies, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- Poor Launch and Support: The game was perceived to have been abandoned after a poor launch, leading to disappointment among players who hoped for more content and fixes.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Better Optimization and Performance Fixes: Users expressed a desire for improved performance across various hardware configurations, especially for the PC version.
- Expanded Content and Updates: Many players hoped for additional content, expansions, or a sequel to enhance the game and fix existing issues.
- Deeper Combat Mechanics: Some players wanted more depth in weapon combos and gameplay mechanics to reduce repetitiveness and enhance engagement.
- Enhanced Storytelling: A more engaging narrative and better voice acting were suggested to improve the overall experience and motivation to play.
- Improved Multiplayer Stability: Users pointed out the need for better matchmaking and stability in multiplayer sessions to enhance cooperative play.
Summary
- Overall, while WILD HEARTS™ has many promising and enjoyable elements, it suffers from significant performance issues and a lack of polish that has affected its reception among players.
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Wild Hearts Description
Wild Hearts is a spectacular action game with RPG elements, in which we hunt giant beasts. It was developed by Omega Force, Koei Tecmo and Electronic Arts, and was released as part of the EA Originals initiative.
Plot
Wild Hearts takes us on a journey to Azuma - a fantastic land inspired by feudal Japan. Once, people here lived in harmony with giant beasts called Kemono. Over time, however, the behavior of the latter changed dramatically, and the monsters began to wreak havoc wherever they appeared. In the course of the gameplay, we take on the role of one of the heroes, who, wanting to restore the old order and order in Azuma, confront the giants. On the battlefield, the heroes make use of so-called Karakuri - weapons and gadgets using advanced ancient technology.
Game mechanics
In Wild Hearts we observe the action from a third-person perspective (TPP). The pillar of the gameplay is hunting wild beasts that roam throughout the land. Among them we find oversized squirrels, giant boars or powerful wolves. Clashes with them are extremely dynamic, and during them we make use of a diverse arsenal.
We can fight our opponents with both cold weapons (led by a katana) and using a bow. In addition, at our disposal are advanced gadgets that expand the range of our capabilities available on the battlefield and increase our combat potential. We are talking, among others, about a handy propeller that allows us to get on the body of an adversary, a time bomb or even a huge hammer that delivers powerful blows. In addition, a crafting system was implemented in the game, thanks to which we can create better and better weapons over time (and thus face more and more challenges).
Game modes
Wild Hearts can be played solo or in co-op mode for up to three people. The title also has cross-platform functionality.
Technical aspects
Wild Hearts features colorful, high-quality graphics. In particular, the designs of the opponents can be liked, but the rest of the elements of the visual layer are also hard to complain about anything.
Wild Hearts Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 5 February 17, 2023
Xbox Series X/S February 17, 2023
Developer: Omega Force / Koei Tecmo
Publisher: Electronic Arts Inc.
Wild Hearts System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-8400 2.8 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz, 12 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 5500 XT or better, 80 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-8700K 3.7 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2070 / Radeon RX 5700 XT or better, 80 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
PlayStation 5
Uses: 60 fps @ 1080p / 30 fps @ 4K
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I played Wild Hearts and am positively surprised by the upcoming production from EA. It beats the atmosphere of Monster Hunter, the dynamics known from Sekiro, and even the mechanics available in Fortnite come to the fore. It looks like there is a lot to look forward to.
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