If you are looking for an adrenaline-pumping ride to add to your backlog of PC Games, Gripper is a hidden gem that absolutely deserves your attention. This game blends top-down vehicular combat with a gritty cyberpunk aesthetic that feels like a crazy mix of Akira and classic boss-rush titles. Instead of walking around, you spend your time drifting through deadly arenas on a tricked-out motorcycle armed with a massive grappling hook. Whether you are a hardcore fan of intense combat or just looking for something fresh, it serves up a stylish, neon-soaked playground that will easily keep your hands glued to the keyboard.
Storyline
The plot drops you into the boots of a cybernetic survivor named None, who wakes up in a ruined world only to find his parents have been kidnapped. Accompanied by his sarcastic, heavily-armed AI sidekick—a robotic cat named Cat-Kit—None must navigate a bizarre apocalyptic wasteland to get his family back. What makes the narrative really stand out is that the massive bosses you face are physical manifestations of human emotions and grief. It is a surprisingly heartfelt story about loss and trauma, beautifully wrapped up in a high-speed revenge mission that hooks you right from the opening cutscene.
Gaming experience
Playing Gripper is a fast and frantic experience that brings something totally unique to the world of PC Games. You don't have traditional guns or swords; instead, you rely entirely on your bike's drifting mechanics and your trusty grappling hook to survive. You will be dodging intense bullet-hell attacks, grabbing explosives from the environment to launch at enemies, and literally tearing the mechanical hearts out of giant bosses. While steering a heavy bike and aiming your hook at the same time takes a little bit of practice, ripping apart enemies at high speeds feels incredibly rewarding once you catch the rhythm.
