Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir

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Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game with fantasy and kids themes. It was developed by OSome Studio and was released on November 21, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

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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story13 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features a vibrant and colorful art style that captures the charm of the original comic series.
The local cooperative multiplayer mode enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for families and friends.
The combat system, while simple, offers some depth and variety with special moves and elemental powers from the Crystal Menhir.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks strategic depth, often devolving into basic button-mashing.
Technical issues such as bugs, poor optimization, and awkward camera controls detract from the overall experience.
The game is significantly shorter than its predecessors and does not live up to the expectations set by earlier titles in the series.

story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
49%
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The story is generally seen as simple and playful, aligning with the comic book tone, and while it is interesting and enjoyable for fans, it lacks depth and complexity, often serving merely as a vehicle for gameplay progression. Many players find the side quests repetitive and unmotivating, and the overall narrative pacing and design are criticized for being generic and uninspired. Despite these shortcomings, some players appreciate the light humor and action-packed nature of the story, making it a fun experience in co-op play.
- “The story begins when a mysterious letter warns the Gauls of unusual Roman activity and introduces the enigmatic crystal menhir, a stone imbued with strange powers.”
- “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.”
- “The plot is simple and playful, keeping with the comics’ tone, and it serves mostly to push players into new locales and encounters rather than deepen the narrative.”
- “The stages are generic, the story is generic, the pacing tries too hard to be somewhat interesting but fails, the combat doesn't even feel satisfying, just a button mash after button mash with energy running out all the time, the co-op is buggy, the exploration is lackluster, the dialogues are presented in a lame way, the optimization sucks for a game like this... this is a cheap game, a very cheap game.”
- “Terrible overall game design, almost no story to speak of.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Asterix & Obelix XXL 3 – The Crystal Menhir" is characterized by accessible beat-’em-up action and light puzzle-solving, appealing to casual players. However, many reviewers feel it lacks depth compared to its predecessors, with repetitive mechanics and a departure from the platforming elements that defined earlier titles. While some appreciate the new gameplay features and cooperative elements, the overall consensus leans towards disappointment, suggesting that the game does not live up to the quality of the first two installments.
- “Asterix & Obelix XXL 3 – The Crystal Menhir brings the beloved French comic duo back into a colorful, lighthearted action-adventure that aims to capture the spirit of the series with accessible gameplay and cheerful presentation.”
- “I thoroughly enjoyed the gameplay!”
- “With the innovative gameplay, everything is as enjoyable as before.”
- “However, the game rarely pushes these mechanics further than surface-level interactions.”
- “Very mediocre beat 'em-up gameplay.”
- “So my suggestion is play the second game instead, gameplay in general is much better.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their aesthetic appeal, with many users noting the pleasant colors and solid art style. However, some reviews highlight inconsistencies, with certain areas appearing dull and a few expressing disappointment in the overall visual execution compared to previous titles. While the graphics are often described as nice and enjoyable, they are sometimes overshadowed by gameplay issues and a lack of depth.
- “The graphics are pleasant, the colors do not hurt the eyes, but rather introduce joy.”
- “ Graphics: ✅ masterpiece”
- “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 third-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.”
- “If they make XXL 4 with similar gameplay and graphics, they should include the normal jump and double jump from previous XXL games.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally appreciated for its lightheartedness and family-friendly nature, appealing to both franchise fans and newcomers. While some players find the jokes and character names amusing, others feel the humor lacks depth and cleverness. Overall, the game offers a fun and straightforward comedic experience, though it may not be groundbreaking in its approach.
- “Fans of the franchise will appreciate the faithful humor and character personalities, while newcomers will find a straightforward and family-friendly adventure.”
- “It is a light, humorous romp rather than a polished or innovative modern action game.”
- “Has some funny jokes inside (even some of the character names are funny).”
- “You're not funny or clever at all.”
- “The Roman names are not funny.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its decent composition and enjoyable integration into the overall experience, while others criticize it for being repetitive, boring, and even unbearable at times. Overall, it appears that the soundtrack does not meet the expectations set by the game's other aspects.
- “Music was composed really well and it does not irritate.”
- “The only improvement is the music, which, while not mind-blowing, is quite decent.”
- “Visually, stylistically, and in terms of music and sounds, the experience is quite enjoyable.”
- “The music is really bad, with just a few loops and a repetitive motif.”
- “The music is unbearable.”
- “The music score is equally boring.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including issues with character movement and co-op functionality. Overall, the game is described as poorly optimized and broken, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- “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.”
- “The optimization sucks for a game like this... this is a cheap game, a very cheap game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game particularly frustrating, citing the labyrinth puzzles as long, tedious, and annoying, especially when played solo.
- “The worst part is the puzzles in the labyrinth; they are long, tedious, and annoying.”
- “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore that takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel more like a job than a fun gaming experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is criticized for being poor, with users noting issues such as stuttering and bugs, particularly in co-op mode. While the final product is an improvement over the demo, it still fails to deliver a satisfying experience, with generic gameplay and lackluster exploration contributing to a sense of disappointment.
- “The stages are generic, the story is generic, the pacing tries too hard to be somewhat interesting but fails, the combat doesn't even feel satisfying, just a button mash after button mash with energy running out all the time, the co-op is buggy, the exploration is lackluster, the dialogues are presented in a lame way, the optimization sucks for a game like this... this is a cheap game, a very cheap game.”
- “The demo portrayed this to be a stuttering mess, but it is actually better than the demo.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express frustration with the game's monetization strategy, criticizing the developers for prioritizing a quick cash grab over quality by recycling content and opting for a simplistic mobile-style format instead of a more ambitious 3D experience.
- “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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Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir is a action adventure game with fantasy and kids themes.

Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir was released on November 21, 2019.

Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir was developed by OSome Studio.

Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

Asterix & Obelix XXL 3: The Crystal Menhir is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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