Ready or Not on PS5: Tactical Shootin' or Just Another Day at the Office?
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
IGN South Africa showed off Ready or Not gameplay on PS5, and it's looking intense, but Jeff's got some healthy skepticism about whether it can deliver on its promise of tactical realism and doesn't rule out possible future Web3 integrations via mods.
Alright, mates, let's talk Ready or Not. IGN South Africa just dropped some PS5 gameplay footage, and it's got me thinking – is this the tactical shooter we've been waiting for, or just another squad-based simulator? The video's almost 13 minutes long (Ari Aster picking his favorite shots from his films takes up the first half - weird flex, but okay), giving us a decent peek at what to expect when breaching and clearing rooms on Sony's powerhouse.
First impressions? It's looking… intense. We're talking meticulously planned entry points, careful use of flashbangs, and what appears to be a genuine effort to simulate the kind of tension real-world law enforcement faces. But here's where my inner skeptic kicks in. Plenty of games *promise* realism, but few actually deliver. Will Ready or Not avoid the pitfalls of becoming a glorified shooting gallery, or will it offer a truly engaging and challenging tactical experience?
The gameplay showcases the usual suspects: methodical movement, coordinating with your AI squadmates (hopefully they're not completely brain-dead), and trying not to get your head blown off by some bloke hiding behind a filing cabinet. Graphically, it's solid, but let's be honest, we've seen prettier explosions. What matters more is the gameplay loop and whether it manages to stay fresh after repeated playthroughs.
I reckon the key will be the AI. If the enemies are predictable and your teammates act like they've never seen a gun before, the whole thing falls apart. A smart, reactive AI is crucial for creating those dynamic, unpredictable scenarios that make tactical shooters genuinely thrilling. I'm also curious about the level of customization. Can you tweak your loadouts? Do you have any control over your squad's behavior? These details can make or break a game like this.
Now, I know what you're thinking: "Jeff, is this a Web3 game?" And the answer is... not directly. From what I can gather, there aren't any explicit blockchain elements baked into Ready or Not. That being said, the level of customization and community-driven modding (if it exists) could open the door for some interesting player-created content that leverages Web3 tech down the line. Imagine earning unique in-game items for completing difficult scenarios, then trading them on a decentralized marketplace. Stranger things have happened, eh? It's all hypothetical, of course, but it's worth considering.
Ultimately, Ready or Not has potential. The PS5 gameplay footage is promising, but it's still early days. We'll need to see more before we can declare it the next big thing in tactical shooters. But I’m cautiously optimistic – and that’s about as glowing a recommendation as you’re gonna get from this digital wizard.
Tags: Ready or Not, PS5, Tactical Shooter, Gameplay, Web3 Gaming
Original article: IGN South Africa