Roman Głogulski“The Cub” by Demagog Studio is a spin-off of the popular game “Golf Club: Nostalgia,” formerly known as “Golf Club: Wasteland,” in 2018. This time, we delve into the story of a young boy who escapes into the forest after the world falls into chaos. Raised among wolves, he becomes the only person unaffected by contamination. His fate captures the attention of mysterious “Martian golfers.”
We uncover the game’s story in three different ways: listening to a radio through a helmet our protagonist finds at the beginning, reading emails and newspapers, and hearing our little hero share memories between chapters. While the story may not be the most original, gradually discovering the details of the conflict between authority and rebels is intriguing and sometimes even humorous.
The gameplay itself resembles classic Disney movie-based games. Our hero must flee from pursuing Martians, hide behind walls, and wait until danger passes. We must be quick and nimble, as even a momentary sighting by enemies can lead to failure. Thankfully, checkpoints are often dispersed, allowing us multiple attempts at a given situation.
The game’s artwork is beautifully drawn, and the animations of our main character are very precise and detailed. The main goal is to reach from one end of the map to the other. We have several movements at our disposal, such as running, climbing ledges, crouching, and even double jumping. There is also the option to speed up to escape from enemies, and manipulating certain elements and solving puzzles are additional elements of gameplay.
“The Cub” is a game that not only provides an engaging story but also stunning graphics and immersive gameplay. If you are a fan of platform games and enjoy puzzles, this game will surely captivate you.
