Alright, let’s dive into the world of Synth Beasts where adventure awaits at every turn. You step into the shoes of a somewhat unconventional hero—a Synth, which is a result of an experiment gone awry. Having made your escape from the eerie laboratory hidden on a mysterious island, you find yourself exploring the nearby archipelago. But this isn’t just a pleasure cruise, as you’ll soon find out. Other Synths are lurking around, and they’re not exactly the friendliest neighbors. To make it out in one piece, you’ll have to defeat them in battle. But here’s the cool part: best them, and they become part of your squad, opening up a whole new set of skills to help you both in fights and in unearthing the island’s secrets.
As you venture further, battling with your crew of Synths isn’t just about winning—you get rewards too. Engage them in combat, and they’ll gain experience points, leveling up in the process. Each Synth boasts five levels of progression that offer distinct perks, with each level throwing unique abilities your way. It’s not just about grinding though; mixing up your squad tactics is crucial. As Synths level up, accumulating those precious experience points gets trickier, making it smart to switch them around and develop a well-rounded team.
Take the “Psitek” Synth, for example. Even at its starting level, it can light up torches. But push it to level three, and it’ll unlock a fire slash to obliterate projectiles, a nifty trick especially useful in some darker corners of the game. Yet, as you continue to level it up, its focus seems to be more on beefing up for fights than anything else. This might be a cue to train another Synth for more diverse capabilities without the steep experience climb.
And that’s not all. Early on, fortune smiles upon you with a boat left behind by the island’s mysterious scientists. With it, the Genesis Archipelago is yours to navigate. It’s dotted with smaller islands, each a treasure chest of bonuses waiting to be discovered, from extra vitality hearts to boosts in stats, and even currency for shopping sprees. If treasure hunts aren’t your style, you can skip ahead and tackle the main islands, dismantling the scientists’ shady endeavors directly.
The adventure doesn’t stop there. Both the main and optional islands are home to formidable boss Synths. Tracking down and capturing over 40 different Synths won’t be an easy task, yet every corner of the Genesis Archipelago promises valuable rewards for those persistent enough to explore them all.
So, set sail on the Genesis Archipelago, rescue those Synth Beasts, and put an end to the scientists’ nefarious plans. Synth Beasts is making waves in 2025, coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and available on the Microsoft Store. Get ready to embark on a grand quest!
