Asterix & Obelix Slap Them All!

Overall Asterix and Obelix Slap them all is at its core a 90’s beat 'em up and with that comes the usual trappings of the genre for better or worse. Though not as difficult as some of its fellow games in the genre the 50 levels of the game certainly make it a slog to get through. This can very much be someone's first game of the genre as it is easy and intuitive enough for players of all skill levels.

67%Game Brain Score

graphics, music

gameplay, story

67% User Score Based on 85 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 4 reviews

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"Asterix & Obelix: Slap Them All! is a Comedy Hack and Slash game where players, in single-player or local co-op, control the famous Gauls Asterix and Obelix in a beat 'em up adventure. Expect to face Romans, pirates and boars in this game that stays true to the genre's core mechanics, with a dose of local multiplayer craziness."

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 85 reviews

graphics14 positive mentions

gameplay9 negative mentions

The game features beautiful, hand-drawn graphics that are faithful to the Asterix comics, creating an immersive visual experience.
Gameplay is simple and nostalgic, reminiscent of classic beat 'em ups, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre and the Asterix franchise.
The game offers local co-op play, allowing friends or family to join in on the fun, enhancing the overall experience.

The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with limited enemy variety and a lack of depth in combat mechanics, leading to a monotonous experience.
There are no customization options for controls, graphics, or audio, which is a significant drawback for a PC game.
The story is poorly executed with static cutscenes and minimal narrative engagement, failing to capture the charm of the original comics.

graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Astérix and Obélix: Slap Them All!" are widely praised for their crisp, hand-drawn 2D style that faithfully captures the essence of the original comics, with vibrant animations and character designs that resonate with fans. While many reviewers commend the visuals as beautiful and well-executed, some express disappointment over the lack of graphics and sound options, noting that the backgrounds can feel somewhat lifeless despite the overall aesthetic appeal.
- “Astérix and Obélix slap them all really lets you feel like you're in the comic with its crispy graphics and faithful animations.”
- “The graphics are clean and the controls are responsive.”
- “Absolutely lovely graphics, very faithful to the comics in its style and how it follows some of the storylines.”
- “That also means there are no graphics options, including no setting for resolution or refresh rate.”
- “There are no graphics or sound options either, which is rather disappointing to see.”
- “What is also unacceptable is that there are no graphics or audio options.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as light and fast-paced, with well-designed difficulty levels and varied boss encounters, appealing to fans of the Asterix & Obelix franchise. However, many players find the combat mechanics basic and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement over time, despite the game's decent campaign length and smooth controls. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable moments, it suffers from monotony and limited depth, making it less appealing for extended play sessions.
- “The gameplay is very light and fast, the difficulty levels are very well done and the bosses are playable in different ways.”
- “Fun little Asterix & Obelix game true to the comic books and films, gives me Streets of Rage vibes style gameplay.”
- “To be fair, gameplay is pleasant and smooth, but too monotonous for 7-10 hours.”
- “If you developers were lack of ideas and just need to prolong gameplay hours, this is the worst idea you made.”
- “Bad combat mechanics and overall bad game design.”
- “The campaign longevity is decent enough, but there are many recycled assets, stages, and enemies (Romans, gladiators, pirates, and bandits) which, paired with the simple combat, ruin the fun and make the gameplay extremely repetitive.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it feels like a collection of basic Asterix and Obelix comic plots rather than a cohesive narrative. While the visuals and music receive praise, the storytelling is described as tedious and unengaging, with static cut-scenes that fail to enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the story is seen as a forgettable filler that does not effectively advance the game.
- “The game has beautiful graphics, good music, and a progressive (even though quickly forgettable) story.”
- “Absolutely lovely graphics, very faithful to the comics in its style and how it follows some of the storylines.”
- “We also have everything a good story needs to have about the two Gallic heroes: wild boars, pirates time and again, bandits, prison breakouts, lions, and of course... Romans without end.”
- “The story and static cut-scenes are a huge 'nothing'.”
- “That's not a story; that's just a descriptive filler that serves no purpose.”
- “The storytelling is horrible, with the actual levels doing nothing to advance the story, which is a dumbed down version of the comics, and appear as cutscenes, to make the game even more tedious.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its energetic and catchy quality that complements the comic aesthetic. However, some players find it forgettable or repetitive, particularly in the context of character voices, leading to mixed opinions overall. While the music enhances the experience for some, others feel it falls short of the game's otherwise high-quality presentation.
- “The backgrounds, sprites, animations, even the text and music... it's all top quality and makes you really feel like you're playing a scene straight out of the comics.”
- “Great animation, great music and perfectly captures the Asterix aesthetic.”
- “The music is energetic and uplifting and very catchy!”
- “Music and sounds are mostly coherent with the comic's visuals, but Asterix and Obelix will often repeat the same few lines, which can become tiring in the long run.”
- “The music is just meh, in my opinion.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it nostalgic and enjoyable, particularly praising the funny soundtrack and voice acting, others feel that the humor is overshadowed by tedious gameplay and repetitive elements. Overall, it seems to evoke a sense of fun for some, but not universally appreciated.
- “A very nice and funny game that reminds me of the old days.”
- “The game has a good soundtrack that is very funny!”
- “I really enjoyed the funny voices; my friend and I read the dialogue together.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding in the game tedious and repetitive, particularly criticizing the long levels that do not contribute to the story and culminate in frustrating boss fights. The beautiful environments and characters are overshadowed by the monotonous gameplay, leading to a lack of engagement.
- “But what did me in were the boss fights, usually at the end of long grinding levels.”
- “Seems really funny, but the beauty of environments and characters is soon washed out by some tedious gameplay and repetitive use of the same assets.”
- “The storytelling is horrible, with the actual levels doing nothing to advance the story, which is a dumbed down version of the comics, and appear as cutscenes, to make the game even more tedious.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the gameplay is fast and offers varied difficulty levels and boss encounters, many users feel that the overall experience lacks replayability, suggesting that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit the game.
- “The gameplay is very light and fast, the difficulty levels are very well done, and the bosses can be approached in different ways.”
- “Zero replayability.”
- “The gameplay is very light and fast, the difficulty levels are very well done and the bosses are playable in different ways.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its artistic fidelity to the comic's style, but it is ultimately seen as a missed opportunity to fully realize its potential.
- “A missed opportunity, for a game that artistically is completely faithful to the comic’s style and atmosphere.”