The hit 2021 Among Us is a multiplayer-focused sci-fi horror game inspired by the classic party Mafia and the sci-fi horror film The Thing. Developed and published by American game studio Innersloth, it is a freely available play compatible with iOS and Android devices and Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. This game played an important role during the 2020 pandemic, with its mass popularity growing due to Twitch streamers and YouTubers playing it. Among Us also scored positive reviews from critics thanks to its fun and exciting gameplay and its charming and cartoonish characters.
Graphics
It offers a colorful and cartoonish experience, with players taking on the role of armless astronauts in a space-themed setting. The game provides a fluid and fun experience, as well as aesthetically pleasing graphics for players to enjoy.
Story
In Among Us, players are either Crewmates or Impostors, and depending on your role, your objective changes. As a Crewmate, the objective is to complete the assigned tasks without being killed by the Impostors. Impostors, on the other hand, have the objective of killing the Crewmates. However, despite their different objectives, both Crewmates and Impostors have to use their best judgment and skills to make sure they can identify who the Imposters are, and using social deduction, they need to vote them off before they succeed in killing all the Crewmates.
Features
It offers a range of features that allow for a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience. These features include a party system for up to 10 people, a chat with an AI for those who need more players to compete, the ability to customize your character and the game environment, and an updated list of tasks and objectives. The game also offers an ongoing leaderboard system, where players can track their progress and see how they rank among other players from around the world.
Conclusion
Overall, Among Us offers an entertaining and fun gaming experience with a range of features that make the game appealing to both casual and hardcore gamers. Despite its flaws, the pros greatly outweigh the cons, making this game one of the most popular and well-known multiplayer games of its time.