So why did I simply not feel the love for F.I.S.T., a game that on paper I should have really enjoyed?
Combat in F.I.S.T. centres on whichever oversized weapon/tool you are carrying, be it a fist, drill, or whip.
Your fondness towards F.I.S.T. might be greater than mine if you can gel with the combat, but if you’re after a stunning metroidvania, there are better options.
If you’ve seen any footage of F.I.S.T. in action you’ll have seen that it can be a gorgeous game, the backgrounds in particular being standouts.