Katarzyna Petru
At the PC Gaming Show, there was no shortage of titles that appeared here and now, with no long wait. One of them is Ferocious – a game that from the very first seconds reminds us why dinosaurs still capture the imagination better than half of today's shooters.
Dinosaurs, mechs, and the stuffy climate of the tropics
Ferocious doesn't mess around with a gentle introduction. Right from the start, oversized predators appear on screen, capable of turning a scouting mission into a fight for survival in an instant. But that's just the beginning, as the creators add in mechs, heavily armed mercenaries, and a world that resembles a darker version of Far Cry more than any colorful shooter featuring giant reptiles.
The jungle in Ferocious is not a backdrop – it's an opponent. Dense vegetation, torrential downpours, limited visibility, and constant tension force players to act cautiously. On top of that, there are dynamic confrontations with animals and humans who have no problem sending us back to the respawn camp.
Power fantasy: from T-Rex to advanced weaponry
The greatest strength of the game is the combination of survival, elements of Tarkov, and pure power fantasy. You can not only modify each weapon in detail but even tame dinosaurs. And for those who dreamed of commanding a T-Rex to trample a squad of mercenaries – Ferocious finally makes that dream come true. For those who prefer technology, there is the option to enter mech suits and craft equipment for upcoming missions.
Survival Seriously
Although the game looks like an intense shooter, its foundations are much more raw. You don’t get complete gear – you have to gather resources, craft your own tools, and develop skills to move from "just survive" mode to the role of a hunter who intentionally chooses what to hunt. Ferocious is already available on the first platform, and the developers promise further development and more updates. If you're longing for a shooter that combines old-school brutality with modern graphics and isn’t afraid to take risks – this could be one of the more interesting releases of the year.
