Other games use possessions as an important part of how we interact with the world. In this we find the story of a world in panic, but also of the people's lives before everything went wrong. In The Last of Us we find people's notes and possessions abandoned. In Unpacking we spend hours placing and arranging someone's things, and as we do we get to know them (and their hopes, loves, losses and travels) deeply.
Some games let us get to know characters solely through their possessions. In, we are given a prized camera and bird book from our grandparents to tell the story of their bond and trust. Games like The Sims or Animal Crossing enable us to use possessions to create spaces that reflect the character we are playing. The objects of our lives tell a story about who we are and what is happening to us. Favourite toys, carefully written letters, hurried notes, pictures on the walls, dilapidated architecture, menus, vehicles, ticket stubs.
Games often use their character's possessions to tell us about them, as much as what they say or look like. Because we can explore the spaces where games happen, they can also tell stories by the things we find. This can be similar to books and films, offering snapshots, flashbacks and poignant scenes that form a life. Rating – 7.Games tell stories about people and places. This is a game that’s perfect for friendly get-togethers and a great diversion as well. Even if you find the premise to be too “out there” to latch onto, Dadliest Catch (for the PlayStation 4) is worth owning because it’s so innovative. While some might only see Octodat: Dadliest Catch as being something of a novelty (a diversion), it’s continued success clearly demonstrates that gamers are more than willing to jump into largely non-violent / alternative titles with enthusiasm. While it’s not a particularly lengthy title to complete (2 – 4 hours depending on how quick and/or thorough you are), it’s a very solid and original experience that remains highly entertaining. Visually the game adopts a more animated posture, which perfectly compliments its funny and engaging narrative as well as clunky controls. Additionally, there’s a bit more variety present here than previously encountered, with things like mini games present to mix things up. Clearly this is one of the more peculiar plots you’re likely to ever come across in a game and helps to establish the basis for many of the title’s missions. Basically, the story itself takes place following the events of the first game and there’s an evil chef that wants to not only expose Octodad’s secret squid identity, but also to actually turn him into food. The plot is equally weird as well as endearing. Throughout it all, you’ll find yourself squirming as he clambers across an area, perhaps unintentionally grabbing several items in passing. Again, it’s not so much that you’re having a blast with the sheer ludicrousness of the concept or that the environment itself delivers the laughs, but that there’s a constant element of slapstick humor present in the way Octodad moves. In this sense, the game’s a roaring success, basically accomplishing exactly what it set out to do and in a stylish manner, no less. Perhaps the true aim of “Octodad: Dadliest Catch” is to present gamers with highly entertaining game that relies heavily on physics (as opposed to the more standardized gameplay elements which we’re accustomed to).
Even simple things like walking become somewhat challenging, which makes some of the more complex tasks all the more challenging and often hilarious to watch unfold. Of course as a sea creature, it’s safe to say that you’re a bit like a fish out of water at times. For all intents and purposes, you play as Octodad – an octopus that’s just trying to maintain their suburban life, replete with all the usual tasks and errands one would expect to encounter. Even though it might first appear to be some type of standard, yet slightly off-kilter 3rd person game, there’s a definite originality that becomes patently obvious the more you play. There’s no disputing the bizarreness of the Octodad series.
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