[PlayStation 5] Review of Carrier Deck

It’s wild how managing planes becomes a game, right? Carrier Deck from Ultimate Games takes you right onto an aircraft carrier. You’re the Air Officer, juggling jets like it’s some kind of airborne circus. You’ve gotta keep operations running smoothly, which is…a lot. Imagine managing flights in warzones, figuring out fueling, launching, and landing. The stakes feel high, like real life on a ship, except you’re bashing your controller in frustration rather than shouting orders.

This game tosses you across eight different regions, each one upping the ante with new challenges. And let me tell you, it gets overwhelming. The tutorials? Technical enough to make your head spin. I swear, I got stuck for ten minutes because, well, some key details just slipped through the cracks. You’re left going, “Wait, what am I supposed to do now?” And then those controls—phew. They’re more of a puzzle than they ought to be.

You’ll see what I mean on PS5. The game just doesn’t seem comfy here. Every task turns into a clunky multi-step dance. Like intercepting enemy planes—first, click it on the radar, then struggle through a clunky menu to choose the right aircraft. It’s like peeling layers of an onion—unending and tiresome. Miss one step, and bam, failure. Who designed this?

Visually, it keeps things super basic. Same static carrier, mission after mission. Feels kinda like watching the same scene in a movie loop endlessly. The UI? Not a fan. It’s all pointer-based which, on a console, feels downright awkward. And speaking of awkward, ever have your finger instinctively hit the D-pad only to spin the camera in confusion? Yeah, that happens.

But hey, there’s this weirdly charming background music—something like a bar band’s salty grooves. It’s repetitive but in a good way. Offsets the chaos a bit.

For trophy chasers, there’s a Platinum trophy up for grabs, plus a lineup of Bronzes, Silvers, and Golds. Do missions, keep your cool, and you’re set. Just don’t forget to unload those cargo pallets.

Despite all the mess, there’s a solid idea buried in there somewhere. But unclear goals, too many inputs, and a wonky interface make the ride bumpier than it should be. Sure, if you’re a die-hard for aircraft carriers, you might push through. Others, though, might bail because it feels more chore-like than fun. Really hoping for a smoother port next time around. Anyway, if you’re curious, it’s out for $11.99 on PS5 and PS4. Same price, different consoles.

Oh, and a quick shoutout to Ultimate Games for sending me a copy to test out. This one’s been a trip.