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Exception
When an old woman's computer system is taken over by a fascist virus bent on total annihilation, you assume control of an ordinary software program transformed into an elite combat machine. Retake the system and build your character into a formidable instrument of retribution.
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Exception is a Tron-like visual feast, full of inventive and dynamic action platforming that’s as satisfying as it is stylish.
Life inside of a modern operating system could be many things. Fast-paced, fun, maybe even a little cool. Alternately, said life could be a neon dystopian nightmare broken up into a series of action platforming challenges. Exception explores the second option, giving players the chance to live out their dream of being a bright orange antivirus program. Who knew that fixing system software involved so much swordplay and acrobatics?
Exception is, by and large, a great game that introduces a unique and compelling twist to the platforming genre with its transforming levels. There's plenty of incentive to play for the long haul with a good focus on speedrunning and simply stunning visuals, but those looking for a good story driven experience may be disappointed. There's room for improvement, though, specifically with its sometimes cumbersome jumping and relatively poor boss fights. Its short overall length might put some people off, too, but if you're after a slick-looking action platformer, this is a virus you'll want to ca...
Exception is a 2.5D action-platformer that mixes a shifting landscape with a techno theme. Take the place as one of the millions of threads and save the system from the iron fist of Titan, a computer virus threatening to leave an old woman's computer kaput.
Have you ever had a computer or laptop become infected with a virus? It's a frustrating experience. Everything on your device is suddenly in danger from some so