As the second game in The Falconeer series, the sudden shift from dogfights to world design could be jarring, but Bulwark tackles this change with grace, resulting in a game that’s both meditative and thrilling.
Set in the same harsh oceanic world as its predecessor, Bulwark focuses on building this world up, combining the series’ shifting perspectives and expansive lore with deeply strategic city building mechanics. There’s a serenity to the gameplay that feels at odds with the chaotic and evolving nature of the environment, and the game feels more involving for it.
Resource management can feel unnecessarily limiting, and the first few hours can feel daunting due to a lack of any real direction. However, once the expanse of the map and the freedom you’re provided truly dawns on you, you’ll find yourself immersed in a stunning world to make your own.
Bulwark is a game that ebbs and flows, but let it carry you along, and you’ll discover something truly unique.
