Fru Review

Posted: 9 months ago, last updated 7 months ago.

Overview

This is a platform game with a twist. One player uses a controller to run and jump around the level; a second player stands in front of the Xbox Kinect camera and appears on the screen in silhouette. This person must use the outline of their body to create platforms and interact with the world to help the character reach the end of each level. This interaction between body and the screen means the player must communicate and time their movements with the controlling player.

This collaboration is a simple idea but is cleverly executed with levels that stretch the partnership – and bodily contortions – to the limit.

Details

Rating: PEGI 3+, ESRB EVERYONE

Release Date: 29/06/2016

Platforms: Xbox 360 and Xbox One

Genres: Physically Active and Platform

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Commitment

Duration: This game will take between 3 hours and 4 hours to complete. It takes around 3 hours to get through the levels, but the unusual interactions and additional challenges extend the longevity considerably.

Players: You can play with 2 players in the same room, but you can’t play it online.

Costs

Does not offer in-game purchases, 'loot boxes' or 'battle/season passes'.

Age Ratings

This game has been rated ESRB EVERYONE.

This game was rated PEGI 3. The content of this game is suitable for all persons.

Accessibility

Accessibility for this game is as follows:

System Settings

Xbox One has a system features, the excellent co-pilot share controls mode and adaptive controller support for all games... read more about system accessibility settings.

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