Primal Carnage: Extinction (2015)
Genres: ActionIndie
| PlayStation 4 |
Released: 2015-10-20 |
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| PC |
Released: 2015-04-03Requirements
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Tags:
SingleplayerSteam AchievementsMultiplayerSteam Cloudsteam-trading-cardsRPGCo-opOpen WorldcooperativeFirst-PersonThird PersonPartial Controller SupportFPSGoreSteam LeaderboardsSurvivalViolentOnline multiplayerThird-Person ShooterstatsSteam WorkshopPvPIncludes level editorIn-App PurchasesTeam-BasedClass-BasedDinosaurs
Description
On a secluded tropical island, dinosaurs have been brought back from extinction, resulting in an unprecedented threat. These prehistoric predators have now broken free, prompting a team of highly trained mercenaries to intervene and neutralize the danger. The conflict between humans and these formidable creatures sets the stage for a high-stakes confrontation. Players must choose their side: will they embody a variety of iconic dinosaurs and hunt human opponents, or join the mercenary squad to eradicate these ancient beasts for a second time? The essential challenge is survival.
Expanded Features and Enhancements
Primal Carnage: Extinction builds upon the foundation of the original game, delivering a larger and more dynamic experience. The game introduces an increased roster of dinosaurs, additional gameplay modes, and new maps. Enhanced visuals, redesigned game mechanics, reimagined level layouts, and expanded customization options allow players to approach the action in a variety of ways.
Dynamic Dinosaur Gameplay
Players can assume the role of some of the deadliest predators in history, choosing from ten distinct dinosaur classes. Each class features specialized abilities and roles, ranging from stealthy spitters to massive tyrannosaurs, all driven by predatory instincts and hunger. This variety ensures unique gameplay experiences and strategic opportunities for each dinosaur type.
Specialized Human Classes
On the opposing side, humans are represented by five unique classes, each equipped with specialized skills to support their team. Players have access to a wide assortment of weapons and gadgets, designed to counter the island’s prehistoric threats. The combination of human abilities and technology provides diverse tactical options during combat.
Multiple Gameplay Modes
The game offers a variety of modes to test player skills:
- Team Deathmatch: Compete for dominance at the top of the food chain.
- Get to the Chopper: Objective-driven mode where humans attempt to escape while dinosaurs prevent their departure.
- Survival Co-op: Face endless waves of AI-controlled dinosaurs in cooperative gameplay.
- Hunt: Play as an invisible raptor or coordinate with others to track human players.
- Capture the Egg: Steal eggs from dinosaur nests or defend unhatched offspring.
Varied Environments
Combat occurs across diverse and hazardous locations, from dense tropical jungles to exposed mountaintops and abandoned research laboratories. Certain maps feature extreme weather conditions such as blizzards, along with environmental hazards like acid pits, adding additional layers of challenge beyond combat.
Loot and Customization
The game integrates with the Steam Economy, allowing players to acquire skins and accessories for both humans and dinosaurs via in-game purchases and drops. A crafting system enables the conversion of lower-tier items into more valuable cosmetic enhancements. Additionally, players have the option to trade items on the Steam Marketplace, expanding the personalization and collection experience.
Workshop Support
Players can design and submit custom maps and cosmetic items through the Extinction Workshop. Submitted creations undergo curation and may be officially incorporated into the game, providing a platform for community-generated content and ongoing expansion.
Our Verdict
Primal Carnage: Extinction is a wild, chaotic mix of humans versus dinosaurs that delivers exactly what it promises—intense battles and variety. The game has improved graphics, more dinosaurs, and new modes that keep the action fresh. Playing as a dinosaur or a mercenary feels unique and fun, and the different maps and environments add real excitement to each match.
While the game can feel a bit unbalanced at times, the overall experience is thrilling and entertaining. The variety of classes, weapons, and dinosaurs gives you plenty of ways to experiment and enjoy the carnage. Fans of multiplayer action with a twist of prehistoric chaos will find a lot to love here.
We recommend Primal Carnage: Extinction for anyone who wants a fast-paced, unpredictable, and fun multiplayer shooter. It’s not perfect, but it’s a wild ride worth taking.