Every wonderful thing has a reasonable copy. This saying is especially true in the case of video games, as there are a lot of counterfeits of popular titles, and every year the number only increases.
Due to their prestige and number of clones, it’s easy to think that cloned games are nothing more than inferior recreations of your favorite franchise. However, while this is true in most cases, the incredible can happen: the clone can outperform the original. .
Yes, it’s possibly hard to believe, however, some clone games have managed to surpass their inspirations. Some come up with original ideas, while others simply use them in more artistic and engaging ways. Either way, those clones are so clever that it’s almost silly to call them fakes.
To quote a probably overused expression, imitation is the highest form of flattery. Looking at those clones, you could almost agree with this saying if they hadn’t completely stolen the display of the things they were founded on.
Once you’ve played it, fully understand why.
Paladins is as clone as clone games can be. The game was released through Hi-Rez Studio at the height of Overwatch’s popularity in 2016, and shares the same team-based FPS gameplay, a similar art style, and even direct copies of categories and characters.
However, while Paladins was a blatant scam at the time, today it’s the most sensible edition of the game he copied.
For what? Today, Overwatch has only a fraction of the greatness it once had, while Paladins helps keep improving. The many controversies Blizzard has faced in recent years, the company’s questionable business practices, and its set for fan considerations have turned Overwatch (or rather Overwatch 2) into a live-install mess with many empty or unfulfilled promises and a glaring lack of innovation.
Meanwhile, Paladins boasts a strong player base that helps keep coming back for common updates and new game modes that add refreshing tweaks to Paladins content. Not to mention, the game is absolutely easy to play, unlike Overwatch and its mid-game graveyard. empty servers.
Too severe? Well, it’s hard not to live in Overwatch when it’s overtaken by its own imitation.
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