Trepang2 Review
A frenzied dance of bullets and blood
last updated Jan 08, 2024
Trepang2 doesn't just meet the expectations for a high-octane FPS—it lap dances all over them.
Bullet Ballet Extreme
Trepang2 sets the stage for uproarious combat that would make any action junkie weep with joy. It thrusts us into a fast-paced, adrenaline-surge environment where painting the walls with enemy insides isn’t just possible—it’s a rite of passage. The raw power felt when sliding into a room and tackling chaos with both barrels blazing is a testament to the beautifully crafted dance of destruction that Trepang2 has on full display. Not to mention, the liberal use of slow-motion mechanics forces even the most grizzled of gamers to giggle with glee as a well-timed bullet sends baddies into a soaring ballet before they explode in a gory crescendo. And for the cherry on top, dual-wielding pump action shotguns while performing an aerial dropkick? Sign me up for more of that kinetic euphoria!
Auditory Adrenaline
If you thought the combat was pulse-pounding, wait till you get an earful of Trepang2’s sound design. Each gunshot resonates with the kind of weight that makes every pull of the trigger feel like you’re doling out monstrous justice. The symphony of chaos is punctuated by the haunting screams of your foes as you dispense indiscriminate brutality upon them. The music, oh the music! It ramps up the intensity to eleven and could easily be the soundtrack to every action hero’s most epic moments. It’s clear the scream-tastic performance from the enemy voice actors wasn’t far from an actual battlefield—or maybe they just stepped on some Legos barefoot. Either way, it's downright chilling!
Visceral Visuals & Technical Triumphs
Graphics in Trepang2 hit the high notes where it truly matters—in the heat of battle. Each level is a canvas for carnage with visuals that accentuate the action rather than distract. Yes, it may take cues from its predecessors, but Trepang2 wears its inspirations as a badge of honor while mourning the frames it sacrificed in the name of anarchy. The performance is on par with what you’d expect from the pandemonium it presents, save for the occasional graphics setting tantrum that could challenge even the beefiest rigs. While the environments won't push the boundary of graphical fidelity, they serve their purpose well—stages for the glorious gorefest where lithe player agility meets databased destructibility. The artistic choice complements the gameplay, proving once again you don’t need triple-A polish to shine in the indie arena.
Violence Vignettes & Unexpected Depth
While Trepang2 could be dismissed as just another shooter with a penchant for over-the-top violence, that would be selling it short. Set in the near future, its story, while not Nobel-prize-worthy, delivers enough shocks and awe to keep the campaign chugging along at full throttle. Encounters with imposing bosses and high-value targets pepper the journey with challenge, inviting players to come back with their skills honed, ready to chase the thrill of conquest. Even the smattering of horror elements—though sometimes feeling like token gestures—adds an unexpected flavor to the predicable shooter stew. And trust me, replaying for a better run isn't just for the masochists—it's bona fide fun!
STEAM RATING
Developer
Trepang Studios
Publisher
Team17
Release Date
June 21, 2023
Verdict: A Frantic Festival of Fire
Trepang2 doesn't just meet the expectations for a high-octane FPS—it lap dances all over them with the exuberance of an action Broadway show. Sporting killer gunplay, hair-raising sound, and enough blood splatter to make Tarantino blush, it's the indie goliath that could. Though it may stumble in some aspects of its narrative craft and AI intellect, the unrelenting wave of fun it unfurls is simply too potent to pass up. Ideal for fans of classic FPS mayhem, and for those who appreciate an underdog story where the indie devs have truly shined, Trepang2 stands tall as a testament to the genre's raucous roots.
