Armed and Dangerous

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"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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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 426 reviews

humor212 positive mentions

graphics16 negative mentions

The game is filled with unique and hilarious weapons, including the iconic land shark gun, which adds a fun twist to gameplay.
The humor and cutscenes are consistently entertaining, showcasing a quirky British style that many players find nostalgic and enjoyable.
Despite its dated graphics and repetitive gameplay, the game remains a fun and silly experience that appeals to fans of classic third-person shooters.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks variety, with many missions following similar objectives and mechanics.
The graphics and controls have not aged well, making the game feel clunky and less enjoyable for modern players.
Players may encounter technical issues, such as needing to lock the frame rate to 60 FPS to avoid glitches, which can detract from the overall experience.

humor
212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its unique and often absurd style, reminiscent of British comedy, with many players highlighting the inventive and ridiculous weaponry, such as the land shark gun and trombone grenade launcher. While some reviewers note that the humor may feel dated or fall flat compared to modern standards, many still find it genuinely hilarious, with memorable characters and witty dialogue that contribute to an entertaining experience. Overall, the game's comedic elements are considered a significant draw, making it a fun, albeit janky, nostalgic title.
- “One of the funniest games I have ever played; it's both fun, destructive, and 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 hilarious third-person shooter where you play as a Roman.”
story
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
59%
10%
The story of "Armed and Dangerous" is characterized by its absurd humor and quirky characters, drawing inspiration from Monty Python and other comedic sources. While some players find the narrative engaging and entertaining, others criticize it for being repetitive and poorly paced, with gameplay that often feels like a series of similar missions. Overall, the game is recommended for its comedic storytelling and unique weapons, despite its dated graphics and gameplay mechanics.
- “The story is brilliantly told with good funny parts.”
- “An underappreciated game with unapologetically British but genuinely hilarious Monty Python-style humor combined with decent storytelling and a lot of jokes that flew over my head as a child.”
- “Engaging story, great writing, awesome voice acting, and fun shooting action (it has a land shark gun, what more do I need to say).”
- “Story, gameplay, cutscenes, it's an incoherent mess.”
- “The tasks the game has you do are all boring, the story and dialogue feel like it was all taken from the first draft.”
- “The story is unexpectedly weak, and gameplay involves destroying spawn points that will spew enemies until destroyed.”
gameplay
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
57%
19%
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with many players finding it fun and humorous, particularly due to the variety of wacky weapons and objectives that keep it fresh. However, several reviews note that it can become repetitive and tedious, with dated graphics and frustrating mechanics detracting from the overall experience. While the comedic elements and nostalgic value are appreciated, those seeking deep gameplay may find it lacking.
- “The gameplay itself keeps itself fresh through different objectives in each level.”
- “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.”
- “Story, gameplay, cutscenes, it's an incoherent mess.”
- “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.”
graphics
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
60%
27%
The graphics of the game are widely regarded as dated and poor, reflecting its 2003 origins, with many reviewers noting that they have not aged well. Despite this, some players find that the visuals complement the game's humor and overall charm, making it enjoyable for those who can overlook the outdated graphics. While the graphics may deter some, the comedic elements and engaging story keep players entertained.
- “After 16 years, the visuals hold up surprisingly well.”
- “Graphics are decent for its time, and the jokes are genial, so ahead of their time (this game literally has a Shrek reference).”
- “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.”
- “The graphics are just dreadful and a pain to see.”
- “But I cannot find a way to install/apply reshade (any version of it)... so it's just an old game with 2003 graphics (graphics that suck canal water).”
- “Cons: graphics haven't aged very well, and the gameplay becomes tedious.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is widely praised, with many users highlighting the wonderful soundtrack as a key element that enhances the overall experience. It is described as superb and nostalgic, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of the game.
- “In the end, even with these things, it's still an enjoyable romp set to a wonderful soundtrack.”
- “Superb design and music.”
- “Very good story, graphics, AI, and soundtrack... my childhood is in this game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game exhibits some bugs and appears to have had corners cut in its development, but it runs smoothly on modern PCs, providing an enjoyable experience despite these issues.
- “It runs great on a modern PC, providing a smooth and stable gaming experience.”
- “They're kind of buggy, and they look like corners were cut.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, though the lengthy cut scenes provide a welcome break from the repetitive gameplay. Additionally, some reviewers note that the graphics have not aged well, contributing to the overall sense of monotony.
- “The gameplay becomes tedious.”
- “The game can be slightly tedious, but the cut scenes are long enough that it gives a nice break from the monotony of running and gunning.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.

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