Alright, so there’s this game, Carrier Deck—gotta confess, it’s kinda this weird mix of stress and fun all bundled on your console. Picture being the lone air traffic controller on a boat that’s somewhere in the big blue, juggling jets like you’d juggle oranges.
Anyway, here’s the thing. This game throws you straight into the chaos right from the get-go—kinda like being tossed into a mosh pit without warning. You’re the “go-to” on this CVN-76 ship, supposedly running the show solo. And to be honest, the chaos is real. They aim to test your patience or, you know, make you fling your controller across the room. ‘Cause, yeah, it’s one of those “figure-it-out-on-the-fly” types.
There’s this whole slew of regions, and each one cranks up the complexity, tossing more stuff at you to manage. And just an FYI, tutorials can be super unhelpful—like, explaining a joke without the punchline. I was stuck for ages on some levels just because the tutorial was, how should I put it, not great. Plus, the controls? More steps than a dance-off, seriously. Pick the wrong move, and it’s game over, man.
And speaking of controls, those of us hopping over from PC might face a slight, er, adjustment. Actions are clunkier than a three-legged chair. Selecting jets, assigning missions—it’s all a bit much. And if you miss a beat, everything stops. Like, complete freeze. Gets frustrating pretty quickly, keeping you on edge.
Looks-wise, they kept it simple—maybe too simple? Every mission’s on this static ship setting. Same background day in, day out, which gets stale real fast. Combine that with a mouse-pointer UI on PS5? Not the greatest match-up. You’ll find yourself battling not just enemies but the menu system. At least the music kinda lifts the mood—a jam session in the middle of mayhem, really.
For trophy enthusiasts, though, there’s a whole bunch of accomplishments waiting—Bronze, Silver, Gold, and yes, the ultimate Platinum. Keep at it, unload those goods, and you might just snatch them all.
Now, let’s wrap this up. Carrier Deck is like digging for gold—some like the thrill, others just the gold. It’s got solid bones, sure, yet loses steam with its clunky execution. I mean, if you adore all things aircraft-related, you may enjoy it for what it is. Otherwise, prepare to grind. Priced at $11.99 on PS5, with a PS4 version hanging around for the same buck, decide if you’re in it for a high-flying challenge or just a crash landing.
Hey, don’t forget the game copy was courtesy of Ultimate Games. But really, all this is just one dude’s take. Go see for yourself, I say.
