Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir

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In Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir, the legendary Gaulish duo is back in a new adventure to save their village from evil Romans. Traverse diverse environments, from the cold mountains to the scorching desert, using fists, slingshots, and signature moves. Collect the Crystal Menhirs to unleash incredible powers and outwit enemies in this fun and engaging action-adventure game.

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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
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
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

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+10

56%

Audience ScoreBased on 197 reviews

story22 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The graphics are solid and visually appealing, providing a pleasant experience.
The game runs smoothly and offers enjoyable co-op gameplay, making it fun to play with friends or family.
The story is engaging and respects the Asterix universe, providing a nostalgic experience for fans.

The removal of jumping mechanics and the fixed camera angle make gameplay frustrating and less enjoyable compared to previous titles.
The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with many side quests offering little motivation to complete them.
There are numerous bugs and design flaws that detract from the overall experience, making it feel unfinished.

story
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
50%
11%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its solid writing and alignment with the franchise's spirit, while others criticize it for being boring and lacking depth. Players enjoy the light humor and action-packed adventures, particularly in co-op mode, but many find the repetitive side quests and lack of meaningful rewards detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the main narrative is appreciated, the execution and additional content leave much to be desired.
- “The plot is written well, in the spirit of the films, so the canon is respected.”
- “If you are a fan of the comic books, you’ll enjoy the story with its light humour.”
- “Action packed + co-op + fun story = adventure through Gaul and beat up the Romans.”
- “The story is beyond stupid.”
- “Story is fucking boring.”
- “Terrible overall game design, almost no story to speak of.”
gameplay
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
66%
8%
The gameplay of XXL 3 has received mixed reviews, with many players feeling it lacks the quality and platforming mechanics of its predecessors, XXL 1 and XXL 2. While some appreciate the new mechanics and find the gameplay easy to learn and engaging, others criticize it for being a departure from the traditional 3D platformer experience associated with the series. Overall, the game features charming visuals and local co-op play, but many recommend sticking with the earlier titles for a better gameplay experience.
- “Charming characters and visuals, simple but engaging beat-em-up style gameplay with light platforming and puzzle elements, great French audio with plenty of humor, whimsical music... and fully playable in local co-op!”
- “I thoroughly enjoyed the gameplay!”
- “With the innovative gameplay, everything is as enjoyable as before.”
- “The title is very misleading that it's called XXL 3; they should just remove that. It's not the same quality as the first two games, which also had better gameplay.”
- “They ripped and butchered the platformer mechanics and broke the game for people who always remembered Asterix as a typical 3D platformer.”
- “This one, in addition to being a bad game, doesn't look like an Asterix XXL game, in terms of gameplay or graphics.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their charm and clean visuals, with many users noting the pleasant color palette and appealing character designs. However, some reviews express disappointment with certain aspects, describing the overall look as dull in places and criticizing the lack of features like normal jumping in platforming sections. While the graphics are considered solid and enjoyable, there are mixed feelings about their execution compared to previous titles in the series.
- “The graphics are pleasant, the colors do not hurt the eyes, but rather introduce joy.”
- “However, while the visuals are simple, they are extremely clean and appealing to the eye.”
- “Great graphics and the sound effects are superb.”
- “Graphics became in a few places better looking, but overall the game looks dull.”
- “Instead of a 3rd person view, you now have a Diablo-style camera, the controls are sloppy, there is no normal jumping (why???!, there's platforming in this game!!!!!), the graphics are abysmal and Romans no longer fly away when you give them the smackdown they deserve.”
- “I feel bad for the developers of the original XXL titles because it was quite obvious from some of the artworks how much care they poured into those games.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
27%
The humor in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the charming characters, whimsical music, and clever jokes—including amusing character names—others find the humor lacking and unoriginal. Overall, the game features a blend of simple yet engaging gameplay with moments of humor that resonate well with some players, particularly in its French audio.
- “Charming characters and visuals, simple but engaging beat-em-up style gameplay with light platforming and puzzle elements, great French audio with plenty of humor, whimsical music... and fully playable in local co-op!”
- “Has some funny jokes inside (even some of the character names are funny).”
- “I love isometric games and this blended the humor and puny nature, along with similar control mechanics of Roman Rumble, but in a better perspective.”
- “You're not funny or clever at all.”
- “The Roman names are not funny.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music in the game is described as decent but not exceptional, with some reviewers noting it as an improvement over previous titles, while others find it boring. Overall, the soundtrack complements the charming visuals and engaging gameplay, contributing to an enjoyable experience, though it lacks standout quality.
- “Visually, stylistically, and in terms of music and sounds, the experience is quite enjoyable.”
- “Charming characters and visuals, simple but engaging beat-em-up style gameplay with light platforming and puzzle elements, great French audio with plenty of humor, whimsical music... and fully playable in local co-op!”
- “It's a bit puzzling, since XXL2 was better than the first game in every aspect, except its soundtrack.”
- “It's a bit puzzling, since xxl2 was better than the first game in every aspect, except its soundtrack.”
- “The music score is equally boring.”
- “The only improvement is the music, which, while not mindblowing, is quite decent.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including characters getting stuck in the environment. Overall, the experience is described as buggy and broken, leading to a repetitive and frustrating experience.
- “Buggy, glitchy, repetitive, and overall broken.”
- “I found a few glitches, especially with Obelix; more than once he seemed to be stuck between stairs and doors, for some reason.”
- “A few glitches here and there.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with users expressing frustration over the developers' focus on quick cash grabs through recycled content rather than delivering a quality 3D experience like previous installments. This approach has led to disappointment and a perception of the game as a mere attempt to capitalize on the franchise's success.
- “What really upsets me is how these developers are trying to continue this trainwreck by recycling this game for a quick cash grab.”
- “The developers didn't attempt to make a 3D game like the other two games have been and made some random 'mobile top down' game for the quick cash grab.”

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