Armed and Dangerous
- July 8, 2009
- Planet Moon Studios
Get on Steam"Armed and Dangerous" is a third-person shooter game that follows the story of a ragtag group of rebels fighting against an evil empire. The game is known for its humorous tone, with witty dialogue and over-the-top weapons such as the Lionhead cannon. Players must complete missions, battling enemies and bosses, to ultimately take down the evil Lord Isaac and restore peace to the land.
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Reviews
- The game is filled with unique and hilarious weapons, including the iconic land shark gun, which adds a fun twist to the gameplay.
- The humor and writing are engaging, with many players finding the dialogue and cutscenes to be genuinely funny and memorable.
- Despite its age, the game offers a nostalgic experience that many players cherish, making it a beloved classic among fans of comedic shooters.
- The graphics and overall presentation have not aged well, leading to a dated look that may deter new players.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and tedious, with some missions feeling overly simplistic and lacking variety.
- The humor may not resonate with everyone, as some jokes feel outdated or fall flat compared to modern comedic standards.
- humor192 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Armed and Dangerous" is widely praised for its quirky, British style reminiscent of Monty Python, featuring inventive weapons and hilarious cutscenes that keep players entertained. While some reviewers note that the humor may feel dated and the gameplay can be repetitive, many still find it to be a laugh-out-loud experience with memorable characters and clever writing. Overall, the game is considered a comedic gem, appealing to those who appreciate its unique brand of humor despite its age.
“This was an amazing throwback, loved this game as a kid and it's still pretty hilarious.”
“The cartoony enemies and weapons are just hilarious, and the little things the characters say to each other during firefights are comedy gold.”
“Armed and Dangerous is a classic action game with an absolutely hilarious storytelling; that is comedy gold!”
- story100 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story of "Armed and Dangerous" is characterized by its quirky humor and absurdity, drawing comparisons to Monty Python and Terry Pratchett, which many players find entertaining despite its dated presentation and repetitive gameplay. While some reviews note that the plot can feel weak or poorly paced, the engaging dialogue and memorable characters, along with the inclusion of outlandish weapons, contribute to a comedic experience that resonates with fans. Overall, the game's narrative is often highlighted as a key reason to play, even if the gameplay itself is considered mediocre.
“The story is brilliant, well told with good funny parts.”
“Terry Pratchett meets Monty Python with excellent voice acting, funny jokes, ridiculous story, and wonderful characters.”
“Engaging story, great writing, awesome voice acting, and fun shooting action (it has a land shark gun, what more do I need to say).”
“The tasks the game has you do are all boring; the story and dialogue feel like they were all taken from the first draft.”
“Get ready for non-stop chaos, explosions that defy reason, and a story so forgettable, you'll only remember the sweet, sweet destruction.”
“The story is unexpectedly weak, and gameplay involves destroying spawn points that will spew enemies until destroyed.”
- gameplay70 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of fun and frustration, with many players enjoying the humor and quirky weapons, but finding the mechanics repetitive and simplistic. While some appreciate the nostalgic charm and comedic elements, others criticize the dated graphics and tedious gameplay, suggesting it may not appeal to those seeking a more challenging experience. Overall, it offers a lighthearted, albeit flawed, gaming experience that prioritizes humor over depth.
“Old/nostalgic memories, good price, fun gameplay & story/cutscenes make me laugh; it's a comic/parody game, I recommend this game.”
“If you want a stupid funny game with surprisingly great gameplay, this is the game for you.”
“+gameplay - this game is the best arcade shooter - you have various kinds of weapons like the shark-gun or upside-down gravity drill, a huge amount of enemies, various mission types, 4 difficulties unlocked one after another, and hilarious jokes in the trailers and in-game.”
“Cons: graphics haven't aged very well, and the gameplay becomes tedious.”
“Well, it's aged badly, it's repetitive (3-4 game mechanics mission repeating with different scenarios), the gunplay is bad, it's a horde mode game... the humor is not everyone's kind.”
“Gameplay-wise, there is lots of shooting, boring environments, stupid enemies, and basically three things you do over and over again.”
- graphics52 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game, released in 2003, are widely regarded as dated and have not aged well, with many reviewers noting their low resolution and awkward appearance. However, despite these shortcomings, players find that the visuals do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the game, as its humor and engaging story compensate for the outdated graphics. Overall, while the graphics may be a turnoff for some, they are considered acceptable for the time and do not significantly impact the game's fun factor.
“After 16 years, the visuals hold up surprisingly well.”
“An incredibly competent and comedic game, though the graphics may be a turnoff to some; honestly, it just complements the comedy of the game as a whole.”
“+visuals - for a game from 2003 it looks 10/10 with various weapons and enemies animations, a lot of videos between the levels, very nice.”
“Tho the graphics and models have aged poorly, the humor in this game is incredibly hilarious. I was surprised they've got a solid cast, including Tony Jay.”
“The story is amazingly funny and keeps you entertained even though the graphics are bad, but let's not forget that it's a game from 2003 by Planet Moon Studio, who wasn't that popular at that time, therefore not much of a budget to develop better graphics.”
“Cons: graphics haven't aged very well, and the gameplay becomes tedious.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its superb design and nostalgic quality, contributing significantly to the overall experience. The soundtrack is noted as particularly good, enhancing the game's storytelling and graphics.
“Very good story, graphics, AI, and soundtrack... my childhood is in this game.”
“Superb design and music.”
“The soundtrack is also good.”
- stability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some bugs and appears to have had corners cut in its development, but it runs smoothly on modern PCs, providing an overall stable experience despite these issues.
“They're kind of buggy, and they look like corners were cut.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be somewhat tedious, though the lengthy cut scenes provide a welcome break from the repetitive gameplay. However, the overall experience is marred by outdated graphics and a sense of monotony in the action.
“The gameplay becomes tedious.”
“The game can be slightly tedious, but the cut scenes provide a nice break from the monotony of running and gunning.”
“Cons: graphics haven't aged very well, and the gameplay becomes tedious.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is noted for its humor, wit, and strong design, with engaging dialogue that appeals to some players. However, the overall experience is marred by poor mechanics and repetitive enemy lines, leading to a loss of interest for others.
