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Maybe it’s best to just pretend this one never happened. Then there’s the voice-over work that sounds so ridiculously wooden, like it was recorded in passing in the span of five minutes. We know that DC Universe Online has graphic limitations due to its genre, but couldn’t they have done better with the character’s design? His eyes look inhumanly far apart, and there’s just something about the texture of his skin that is unnerving. It’s easy to see why this version (voiced by David Jennison) is so far down. Players can encounter the character as a standard NPC as well as a boss in certain missions. The villain first appears in a cut scene in which he complains about how much competition for a criminal empire there is in Gotham City and how he plans on manipulating the other villains into wiping each other out. Seriously, how many people even remember the character in DC Universe Online? Like those of many MMO side quests, he’s a forgettable boss with a completely forgettable story. Although he may not be as popular as the Joker, Riddler, or even Harley Quinn as of late, Oswald Cobblepot has definitely left a huge mark on the Batman lore.īut which version of the feathered fiend reigns supreme? Here is Every Adaptation Of The Penguin, Ranked Worst To Best.Ĭoming in dead last on our list is a version of the Penguin that isn’t horrible… just forgettable. The bird-loving criminal mastermind has had no shortage of interpretations over the years he’s been played several different ways, from downright laughable to legitimately terrifying, depending on the series or film. And of course, we can’t talk about the Penguin without mentioning his signature top hat and umbrella (many of which double as hidden weapons). The Penguin embraces his bird motif, using everything from ostriches to eagles (to literal penguins with rockets strapped to their back) to hatch his evil schemes. Short and stout with a bird-like face, the evil kingpin rules over his Iceberg Lounge as well as a large portion of Gotham’s underworld in a quest for complete control of the city. It's a little on the short side, but it is still worth a play.Oswald Cobblepot, or as he is better known, the Penguin has been a thorn in Batman’s side ever since his first appearance back in 1941. It offers the same distinct look and presentation wrapped inside a dark horror experience. If you have played your fair share of titles and want more, EXPERIMENT: GROCERIES is another that you can check out. There is no shortage of great retro PS1-style games to play today. Some might say it a bit too short, but that will really be a subjective matter. Before jumping in, you should be aware that the game can be finished in under 10 minutes depending on how you play. With each passing day and visit, you slowly realize something sinister is afoot and wonder if your favorite grocery store is still worth the trip and possible danger. Explore and try to figure out what's going on. From the sliding door to the food on the floor, everything is in shambles, and they get worse each time you visit. One day, as you enter inside with your shopping list, you notice that things are amiss. In this game, you play a character that frequents a local grocery store daily to shop for supplies and other needs. EXPERIMENT: GROCERIES is an indie release title to add to the list. In particular, PS1-style games have been popular in recent years, with their distinct low-poly graphics, paired with atmospheric horror elements that just work well together. This recent wave of interest has game developers looking toward classic games of decades past for inspiration. Retro gaming has made a comeback in a real and meaningful way.
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