Sackboy™: A Big Adventure Review

Sackboy levels up with a delightful PC debut.

last updated Dec 05, 2023

Sackboy™: A Big Adventure is a treat, with gameplay that invokes laughter and challenges alike.

The Knit-Hit Wonder Strikes Again

Sackboy™: A Big Adventure is like a well-knit sweater useful for those cold and lonely nights—except this one screams party vibes instead of solitude. The gameplay brims with inventive platforming and plucky multiplayer mayhem. Epic, right? But what's a hero's journey without a hiccup or two? One moment you're breezing through bouncy levels oozing creativity; the next, you're wrangling with the depth perception demon who seems to enjoy watching you miss that crucial platform. Cooperation is the name of the game here, folks. So if you're more of a lone wolf than a pack runner, you might find the solo endeavor less glossy and glittery.

Audio Odyssey

Sackboy's soundtrack slaps harder than your ex-partner's sarcasm—eclectic beats mesh with surreal soundscapes to deliver one heck of an auditive delight. Sackboy might not have been intended as a DJ simulator, but with the variety of bops and bangers on offer, you'd be forgiven for mistaking it for one. The sound effects are as charming as Sackboy's stitched grin, adding layers of character to each movement and interaction within this vibrant tapestry of joy. However, the adventure is not without its cacophony; some might find the character grunts and NPC chatter a little overbearing. I mean, there's only so much babble one can take before wishing for a mute button.

Graphic Patchwork

Eye candy alert! The visuals are less 'sack' and more 'silk', with high-definition fabrics that'd make even the chicest fashion designer weep. Performance-wise, it's generally as smooth as a sackperson's bottom—unless you're cursed with certain GPUs that seem to think they're too cool to break a thermal sweat. It's a feast for the eyes, but sometimes the table's got a wobbly leg or two. Sackboy is a PC gaming fashion icon in the making, rocking that UHD retina display runway like it was born for this digital couture life. Unfortunately, beauty is only skin-deep, and beneath the veneer, some technical quirks have players crocheting their own bug fixes just to get by.

Co-op Conundrums and Costumes Galore

Watch out for flying knitted limbs, because this delightful romp of a game takes couch co-op and turns it into an Olympic sport. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll throw your friends off cliffs—intentionally or not. Sackboy showers you with costumes and collect-a-thons that'd make any in-game shopaholic squeal with glee, but some might lament the loss of the more profound customization options of yore. And who knew politics had invaded Craftworld? A small noise amidst the much louder chorus of multiplayer shenanigans, but a present note nonetheless. Just remember, some aspects of gameplay and completion are symbiotic with partnering up, so those looking to go Han Solo may find themselves needing a Wookie sidekick or two.

Bells, Whistles, and a Dash of Spice

As you bob and weave through Craftworld's myriad levels, it's evident that love and care is stitched into every seam. Every chime of a collected bell feels like a pat on the back, and each time your Sackboy hits the pavement thanks to a mistimed jump, it's less a defeat and more an invitation to try again. The joy of cooperative play is undeniable, a cavalcade of chuckles and grins that's more contagious than yawning. But beware, fellow gamers: there lies a beast in the form of the camera which, at times, seems hell-bent on framing your demise like a cinematographer with a vendetta. And lest we forget the angel and demon of gaming, the performance issues—fit for a PC rig forged by the gaming gods, yet potentially tumultuous for mere mortals. Game Cover Art

STEAM RATING 85 .45% Developer Sumo Digital Publisher PlayStation PC LLC Release Date October 27, 2022

The Verdict - A Stuffed Journey of Joy and Jank

Sackboy™: A Big Adventure stitches together a delightful and vibrant platformer perfect for group gatherings and those with an appetite for whimsical worlds. With gameplay that invokes laughter and challenges alike, this charming expedition through the Imagisphere is a treat. Though the game sometimes stumbles in its solo offerings and technical performance can be knit-picky on certain systems, the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive. Whether you're after chill vibes, platforming finesse, or just want to squat-walk in ridiculous outfits, Sackboy's PC outing is an adventure worth unboxing.