GAMbIT Magazine #29 December | Page 32

You also build this strange bond with companions you come across as they too can also die if you wander into the wrong area. They will certainly help you during combat, but don’t expect them to handle everything. The first time I watched a companion die I freaked out because not only because I was screwed, but because the way the game is laid out you actually build this connection with them though tons of interaction. In the end, Elex is a severally flawed experience that isn’t for everyone, and that’s especially so for casual RPG fans of games like Final Fantasy and the Elder Scrolls series . But if you like a good challenge and are willing to overlook some bugs and gameplay issues, you might just find a game that’s destined to be a hidden gem of this current generation. Final Score: 2.5/5