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The glue that would ideally hold this experience together is a thorough understanding and love of 80s pop culture, though there are some scattered modern references to be had as well. The issue is that after a while these references almost begin to feel like they’re just items on a Top 50 things to be sure to reference if you love the decade. The constant references also either interfere with or possibly even replace the game having much of a compelling story of its own, something that’s usually an element people are seeking in this sort of game. It bears keeping in mind as well that some of the dialogue and characters in the game are perhaps a bit too 80s for their own good, representing attitudes that have long gone out of style. While these don’t come up often some of the sensibilities may grate on some people. On the whole Crossing Souls has some charm going for it and if you’re a big fan of the 80s it may help you wax nostalgic with many bits of pop culture from the decade. Unfortunately the less love you hold for jelly bracelets and big bangs the less you’ll likely appreciate the game right out of the gate. Throw in the fact that it struggles to have much of an identity of its own and though Crossing Souls has some decent gameplay it’s overshadowed by its need to cram as many references as it can into the mix.
Justin Nation, Score:Fair [6.5]