I was stubborn enough to wait until there was a physical release, so I picked this up for the PS4 on Friday the 13th.
Honestly, I love this game. Objectively, I don't think it's 'amazing' or anything, and I would have a hard time recommending this to a wide audience, but as a fan of the film franchise, this is the game I want to play. They're really nailed the whole 'Jason going after counselors / counselors trying to escape Jason' thing.
I haven't actually partied up with any regulars, and instead have just been trying the luck of the draw with random players. I like playing with random people because I just never know what's going to happen. I could come across some vindictive person that hurts me so they can get away faster, I could end up scared and alone while watching everyone escape without me, or I could be central to everyone's escape. Having the cards always shuffled, so to speak, means I'm always sitting on the edge of my seat because I truly don't know what to expect.
The downside is that there's people who will leave, even if they're the host. That's a bummer. It also can take too long to find a game sometimes. I've heard the PC player base is even lower, but maybe the STEAM sale will help with that. Also, I have to imagine that people are cheating on PS4… having a friend tell them where the remaining counselors are or something. I've had Jasons that spawned so close to me they were able to grab and finish me off. Heresy.
But overall, I'm having a blast with this. I really like that there's multiple opportunities for you to escape, so if one plan fails, you can always work on another. Car becomes useless? Try the boat. No boat? Call in Tommy Jarvis. Can't find that radio? See if you can call the cops. Definitely keeps things interesting.
Fans of the film franchise shouldn't hesitate to hop on this. Everyone else… maybe see if a friend has it so you can try it out.
