Big Action Mega Fight!

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In "Big Action Mega Fight!", players step into the shoes of a retro action hero, battling against hordes of enemies in fast-paced, arcade-style combat. With a variety of moves, combos, and upgradeable abilities, players must fight their way through multiple levels and boss battles to save the world. The game features vibrant pixel art graphics, a chiptune soundtrack, and unlockable characters with unique abilities.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 146 reviews

graphics16 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and well-done animations, making it visually appealing.
It's a simple and fun beat 'em up that can be enjoyed in short bursts, reminiscent of classic arcade games.
The controls are generally responsive, and the game offers a decent upgrade system for character stats.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay with limited enemy variety and no boss battles, leading to a lack of depth.
There are significant technical issues, including problems with fullscreen mode and controller support, which detract from the experience.
The game feels more suited for mobile devices rather than PC, lacking features like multiplayer and complex mechanics.

graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the unique art style and character designs, often likening it to a blend of "Scott Pilgrim" and classic beat-em-ups. While the visuals are generally considered appealing and charming, some players note a lack of variety in enemy designs and repetitive stage aesthetics. Overall, the graphics are highlighted as a strong point, contributing positively to the game's comedic and engaging atmosphere.
- “What most attracted me to this game was the art style and the animations.”
- “Without a doubt, the best part about this game is the wonderful artwork and charm.”
- “Is a cracking game, great graphics and fun beat 'em up gameplay; I definitely recommend it!”
- “They can be too slow, too repetitive, and too tiring for me to consider them entertainment, but most of all they have art styles that seem dull to me.”
- “This game's art style and character design are pretty neat, but I wish that there was a larger variety of enemies.”
- “+ art style is ok, not great, just ok.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received for its smooth flow and tight controls, making it a fun beat-em-up experience with great graphics and engaging sound effects. However, many reviewers noted a lack of depth and variety in battle mechanics, with some expressing disappointment over the absence of ground attacks and the overall simplicity of the gameplay. While it offers enjoyable moments, players feel it could benefit from more complexity and content.
- “Is a cracking game, great graphics and fun beat 'em up gameplay. I definitely recommend it!”
- “Controls are tight, nearly to a fault as you can accidentally spam a move well after you've pressed the button for it, and gameplay is very quick.”
- “While beat-em-ups are a dime a dozen, those with such short levels and smooth gameplay are harder to come by, and this experience is definitely worth the price of admission.”
- “I like the art style and the source reference, but the gameplay is very boring.”
- “By far the worst part of the gameplay is the lack of a ground attack.”
- “Not enough variety in battle mechanics.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its cool, nostalgic soundtrack and fun sound effects that enhance the overall experience. However, others find the music to be forgettable and repetitive, contributing to a sense of boredom in the gameplay. Overall, while the music has its highlights, it may not be enough to elevate the game's more lackluster elements.
- “With a cool and nostalgic feeling soundtrack, and some nice animations, this is a good beat'em up for people who love the genre.”
- “+ good music”
- “Tries to be funny and cute but comes across as obnoxious and quickly gets very boring with its bland, lifeless, and repetitive levels, a tiny amount of characters, and forgettable music.”
- “The only positives I have is the graphics are pretty good (though the stages often look way too similar) and the music is decent.”
- “Big Action Mega Fight is a very simple beat-em-up, but it's still fairly enjoyable, mainly due to the fun cartoony style, cheesy humor, and the classic feel that the music and sound effects bring.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its charming characters and funny moments, others find it obnoxious and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement. The game features a blend of quirky, B-movie humor that some enjoy, but the overall execution can feel lifeless and forgettable to others.
- “The game has really charming characters and designs, and it has a really good sense of humor.”
- “I even took a funny screenshot of an upside-down chicken.”
- “The art style is original, the combat is fun, it's very humorous, and the length is perfect!”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as simple and straightforward, appealing to those who prefer less complexity. However, the gameplay experience is marred by a challenging difficulty curve in speed missions, which can frustrate newcomers. Additionally, technical issues such as frequent crashes detract from the overall enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Nice little storyline.”
- “If you want a really complicated game with a complex story, then this is not your game.”
- “While it may seem easy to some beat 'em up veterans, newbies like me may find themselves stuck halfway through the game due to a difficult curve in the speed missions.”
- “The story lacks depth and engagement, making it hard to stay invested in the game.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be reminiscent of mobile games, with significant time spent on upgrades and achievements. While all upgrades are earned through gameplay without microtransactions, the lack of on-screen achievement tracking can be frustrating, requiring players to frequently check the Steam overlay for progress. Overall, the grinding is noted as a prominent feature, particularly for certain achievements.
- “The achievements do not pop on-screen nor do they tally in the stats, so you'll never know where you stand with some of the grinding achievements, meaning you have to revert back to the Steam overlay to check, which is annoying.”
- “Big action mega fight sticks close to its mobile roots - with upgrades and grinding galore.”
- “That being said, there are no microtransactions in this game; every upgrade is earned through gameplay... it's very grindy like a cell phone game though.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features no microtransactions, with all upgrades earned through gameplay, but players find it excessively grindy, reminiscent of mobile games. Additionally, the presence of in-game advertisements detracts from the experience, leading some to view it as a cash grab targeting a niche audience.
- “There are no microtransactions in this game; every upgrade is earned through gameplay, which makes it feel rewarding despite being quite grindy like a cell phone game.”
- “The absence of microtransactions is refreshing, as all upgrades are obtained through gameplay, although it can be a bit grindy at times.”
- “I appreciate that there are no microtransactions; every upgrade feels earned through gameplay, even if it does require a significant time investment.”
- “It's a quick cash grab for the developer whose objective was to target a niche, dead genre and target those individuals craving this style of game.”
- “That being said, there are no microtransactions in this game; every upgrade is earned through gameplay... it's very grindy like a cell phone game though.”
- “Brings me back to the mindless beat-'em-ups when I was a kid, but I'm so busy reading the ads in the game that I'm getting beat up.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is noted for its appealing art style and character design, particularly highlighting a well-designed second player character. However, players express a desire for greater utilization of this character and a wider variety of enemies to enhance the overall experience.
- “This game's art style and character design are pretty neat.”
- “+ good character design”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with multiple users finding it boring and suggesting the addition of more playable characters to enhance the experience.
- “The game offers a variety of playable characters, enhancing the replayability factor significantly.”
- “With multiple playable characters, each playthrough feels fresh and unique.”
- “The diverse roster of playable characters encourages players to explore different strategies and experiences.”
- “Too boring with zero replayability.”
- “More playable characters would enhance replayability.”
- “Too boring with zero replayability.”