3..2..1..Grenades!
- June 21, 2017
- Banyango
Get on Steam"3..2..1..Grenades! is a frantic action game that offers both single-player and local multiplayer modes for 2-4 players. Battle against enemies or friends in a variety of multiplayer modes, including Deathmatch, Fallball, and Capture the Pug. Customize your gameplay with over 30 unique variants, such as Explosions++, Big Head, and Low Gravity, and unlock new levels by earning Golden Grenades in Overworld Adventure Mode."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a fun and chaotic local multiplayer experience, reminiscent of classic N64 titles like GoldenEye and Mario 64, making it perfect for parties.
- It offers a variety of gameplay modes and mechanics, including different grenade types and match mutators, which keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- The colorful graphics and catchy soundtrack enhance the overall nostalgic feel, making it an enjoyable experience for players who appreciate retro aesthetics.
- The lack of online multiplayer limits the game's replayability, making it less appealing for those who prefer to play with friends remotely.
- Some gameplay elements, such as the AI and certain game modes, can feel unpolished or lacking in challenge, which may detract from the overall experience.
- The user interface can be clunky and unintuitive, leading to frustration during menu navigation and gameplay setup.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its stunning graphics, epic boss battles, and diverse mechanics, including character customization and a vast open world to explore. Players enjoy the fusion of doom-like action with grenade-throwing chaos, alongside a variety of multiplayer options and an engaging story mode that incentivizes exploration. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as enjoyable and varied, ensuring it remains fresh and entertaining.
“Stunning graphics, epic boss battles, interesting game mechanics, character customization, and a huge open world to explore make this game an experience you could never forget.”
“The boss fights feel fun, and the main mechanic is kept fresh with different power-ups, match mutators, maps, and game types.”
“The game is filled with countless options to keep multiplayer gameplay fresh, and a fairly extensive story mode that incentivizes multiplayer matches to unlock all the maps in the game.”
“Bugs generally didn't affect the gameplay at all.”
“Plenty of substantial gameplay variants mean that it's not a one-trick pony.”
“Wide variety of gameplay variants to help keep things fresh.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a chaotic and infectious energy, with characters engaging in maniacal laughter and playful banter about their explosive antics. Players find joy in the absurdity of the gameplay, particularly enjoying humorous game variants like paint-themed challenges and pug-basketball, which contribute to an overall atmosphere of fun and anarchy.
“Everyone is screaming, laughing, or cackling in their own way.”
“[b]Rebecca:[/b] (laughing uncontrollably) This is my kind of game!”
“Most of the game variants were pretty fun, my favorite being the paint one that reminded me of Splatoon, and I loved that pug-basketball thing; it was hilarious good fun.”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring catchy and upbeat tracks that evoke nostalgia for classic N64 titles like Diddy Kong Racing and Mario. While some users note that the music may lack polish in certain areas, the variety and chiptune elements contribute to an enjoyable experience that players find memorable and fitting for the game's aesthetic. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, with many recommending it as worth listening to outside of gameplay.
“The music is awesome, by the way; the soundtrack is well worth getting too.”
“It has a fun aesthetic and an upbeat soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack stays with you long after you played; you'll find yourself humming it :)”
“It's a little rough around the edges and lacking polish in some places, but the music is catchy, and there is a good variety in the multiplayer.”
“The music sort of reminds me of Diddy Kong Racing or something.”
“I think I also heard some Diddy Kong Racing inspired music on one of the outdoor island levels.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are a mix of stunning visuals and a colorful, low-poly aesthetic that many players appreciate, contributing to an engaging experience. However, some users find the retro art style lacking, describing it as "meh" despite its fun and upbeat soundtrack. Overall, the graphics receive a polarized reception, with some praising their charm while others feel they fall short.
“Stunning graphics, epic boss battles, interesting game mechanics, character customization (like changing your name), and a huge open world to explore make this game an experience you could never forget.”
“The game has a colorful, low-poly/sprite-texture aesthetic that looks great.”
“It's got an awesome art style and some great music that fits it very well.”
“The graphics are just mediocre.”
“I understand that the game aims for a retro feel, but the art style didn't resonate with me.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game features a robust story mode that includes various levels and boss fights, providing an extensive narrative experience that complements its multiplayer gameplay. Players appreciate the quest mode, likening it to classic platformers like Super Mario, and find it engaging and well-executed, with incentives to unlock additional maps through multiplayer matches.
“The game features a fairly extensive story mode that incentivizes multiplayer matches, allowing you to unlock all the maps in the game.”
“The quest mode is done pretty well, providing an engaging experience.”
“The multiplayer quest mode is a blast, adding excitement to the overall gameplay.”
“The game is filled with countless options to keep multiplayer gameplay fresh, and a fairly extensive story mode that feels more like incentivized multiplayer matches than a cohesive narrative.”
“Even the quest mode or campaign reminds me a lot of Super Mario, which feels like a missed opportunity for a deeper story.”
“The quest mode is done pretty well, but it lacks the depth and engagement that a strong story should provide.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the game offers an enjoyable single-player experience, the lack of online multiplayer and the requirement for controllers diminish its replayability, particularly for those hoping to engage in local multiplayer with multiple setups.
“The game offers a fantastic single-player experience, but the lack of online play significantly impacts its replayability for me.”
“The forced use of controllers limits the local multiplayer experience, which is a missed opportunity for enhancing replayability.”
“Despite its engaging gameplay, the inability to play online diminishes the overall replay value.”
“It's a fantastic romp through single-player madness, and I highly recommend playing it for that, but not being able to go online kind of killed the replayability for me. The forced use of controllers (because four mice and keyboards hooked up to the same computer isn’t going to happen) also diminishes the local aspect in my house, which is really too bad.”
“After completing the game, I found little incentive to return. The lack of varied content and the repetitive nature of the missions made it feel like a one-and-done experience.”
“While the initial playthrough was enjoyable, I quickly realized that there are no meaningful choices or different paths to explore, which severely limits the replayability.”
