Skull Island: Rise of Kong

In Skull Island: Rise of Kong for PlayStation 5, you take on the role of young King Kong and embark on an epic mission of revenge: after his parents are killed by the fearsome predator Gaw, you fight your way through dense jungles, gloomy swamps and mysterious caves to not only avenge their deaths, but to claim your position as the rightful king of Skull Island.

Skull Island: Rise of Kong combines third-person action gameplay with horde-based boss battles and simple platform passages - all presented in a colorful pixel look, supported by DualSense haptics and trigger feedback for an immersive feel . Unfortunately, the potential of the cinematic setting is often undermined by technical weaknesses. Gamers report outdated graphics, imprecise controls, glitchy level design and repetitive battles that quickly put the brakes on the fun of the game . Even Kong looks more like a slightly oversized ape in his surroundings, which misses the iconic power factor of the giant ape.

If you're looking for a short, genre-standard action adventure with nostalgic visuals and are open to solo exploration, Skull Island: Rise of Kong might be worth a look - ideal as a cheap introduction to the world of Kong. However, if you're expecting a technically clean, powerful experience or an epic King Kong feel, you'll probably be disappointed. The average playing time is 5-8 hours, perfect for in-between games, but with significant compromises in terms of atmosphere and gameplay.