Big Drunk Satanic Massacre

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In "Big Drunk Satanic Massacre," play as a demon out to save hell from hostile intruders. Navigate procedurally generated levels, battling enemies and bosses, while imbibing alcohol for power-ups. With a blend of shooter and RPG elements, and a tongue-in-cheek tone, this game offers a unique twist on the classic doom-like setting.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 992 reviews

humor354 positive mentions

replayability6 negative mentions

Competent twin-stick shooter with a fun dash mechanic and enjoyable combat.
Hilarious and crude humor that appeals to fans of dark comedy and satire.
Runs well on various platforms, including Steam Deck, and offers a decent amount of gameplay for its price.

Repetitive gameplay and lack of depth, leading to a feeling of monotony over time.
No level select or backtracking options, making it frustrating to complete missed objectives.
The humor can be crude and juvenile, which may not appeal to all players.

humor
368 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
4%
The humor in the game is highly subjective, with many players appreciating its crude, edgy, and dark comedic elements reminiscent of titles like Duke Nukem. While some found the jokes hilarious and the overall tone entertaining, others criticized the humor as repetitive, juvenile, and lacking creativity, often relying on shock value rather than genuine wit. Overall, the game appeals to fans of raunchy humor, but it may not resonate with those who prefer more sophisticated or nuanced comedy.
- “This game is hilarious.”
- “Easily became my favorite game for its humor and the fact it doesn't take itself seriously.”
- “The game itself is funny as hell (pardon the pun).”
- “I could tolerate the terrible humor and the constant unfunny sex jokes if the gameplay was actually good, but the shooting and levels are boring as hell.”
- “The action is poorly implemented and the jokes are not funny enough to make up for it.”
- “Unfunny poor attempt at satire.”
gameplay
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
65%
11%
The gameplay is generally described as competent but repetitive, with many reviewers noting a lack of variety and innovation. While some enjoy the twin-stick shooter mechanics and find the combat fun, others criticize it for being monotonous and shallow, often overshadowed by mediocre humor. Overall, the game offers a decent experience but may not provide enough depth or replayability to justify its price.
- “Fun combat and gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay feels pretty solid and the music is pretty good too.”
- “Twin stick mechanics are used for aiming and moving and these are generally accurate and enjoyable.”
- “The gameplay, though, is shallow, repetitive, and easy.”
- “I find the gameplay repetitive, the humor unfunny, and even the softcover porn to be boring.”
- “16 euros for around 4 hours of tedious gameplay is ridiculous.”
music
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
42%
6%
The music in the game is widely praised for its heavy metal soundtrack, which complements the chaotic gameplay and enhances the overall atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the catchy and fitting tunes that align with the game's themes, although some find the humor and gameplay lacking. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, adding to the enjoyment of the experience.
- “The music is also very good for a video game, going great with the gameplay.”
- “Gorgeous soundtrack.”
- “Fun metal soundtrack, cool weapons, interesting enough story/plot.”
- “Brainless shooty-fun with terrible jokes, worse puns, and tongue-in-cheek middle-school misogyny set to a soundtrack that's all straight outta the mid-90s 'macho' culture it lampoons.”
- “The humor is meh, the gameplay is just button smashing and the music is annoying more often than not.”
- “That's not a game, it's an interactive slaughterhouse with a perky soundtrack!”
story
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
66%
5%
The game's story is characterized by its campy humor and absurdity, often likened to a B-action movie with a mix of adult themes and parody elements. Players encounter a variety of quirky quests, including a notable side quest involving an imp and a succubus, which contribute to a narrative that is both amusing and intentionally ridiculous. While the plot is short and can be buggy, it offers a unique blend of humor and chaos that appeals to those looking for a bold, adult-themed gaming experience.
- “The story was hilarious and you can add the free DLC to make it real 'mature'.”
- “We play as Lou, the son of Satan, and join him on his quest to reclaim hell from the hordes of humans who have come for all the debauched pleasures on offer.”
- “The plot feels like something you'd see in a B-action movie from the 80s; the characters are all making fun of themselves.”
- “First things first; this game is pretty dumb (especially the story).”
- “Many quests are available within the game which aid a tragic, story-driven narrative in which you will look back upon after playing and wonder what kind of stuff the developers were on.”
graphics
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
43%
4%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the overall aesthetic, artwork, and smooth optimization, while others criticize character models and performance issues on certain hardware. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and immersive atmosphere, particularly in relation to the game's dark humor and themes. However, some users report framerate instability and bugs, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “The game has insane artwork and great music, but the free adult pack is also worth mentioning as it makes the game feel like a more adult experience thanks to the uncensored pictures.”
- “It's very well optimized, no bugs, the graphics are nice and the atmosphere is absolutely brilliant; it really feels like you're in hell.”
- “The framerate jiggles up and down more than all the boobs in the game combined, even on an RTX 2070, 32GB of RAM, i7 and an SSD. No matter what options I chose for the graphic settings, I've had the game fail to continue after clearing some rooms, so I had to restart a checkpoint and the game froze once when exiting it.”
- “The graphics are decent for the environment, but poor on character models.”
- “The graphics look like poop, plays like poop, everything is poop, except somehow for the girls' picture.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
Overall, the game has limited replayability, with many players noting that it can be completed in a single playthrough without much incentive to return. While some enjoy the gameplay, the short length and lack of depth diminish its value, making it more suitable for a sale purchase rather than full price.
- “Replay value 10/10.”
- “Replay value 10/10.”
- “However, it is definitely not worth the $22 CAD price, as it is rather short and has no replayability value. If you see it on sale one day and have a few hours to kill and nothing else to play, grab it then.”
- “Do not expect depth or replayability.”
- “There's not much replayability as you can do everything in a single playthrough if you're smart and thorough.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
10%
30%
The game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while many players praise its smooth performance, impressive graphics, and immersive atmosphere, some report significant issues such as crashes and quest bugs. Despite these problems, the game generally runs well even on average PCs, with only minor stuttering in backgrounds noted. Overall, the optimization appears to be effective for most, but there are notable exceptions that detract from the experience.
- “I was pleasantly surprised by the game optimization, smoothness, graphics, and sound.”
- “It's very well optimized, no bugs, the graphics are nice and the atmosphere is absolutely brilliant; it really feels like you're in hell.”
- “Good idea, but… really bad optimization: several crashes, quest bugs, and I got stuck at the last door before the final boss because I couldn't open it for no reason.”
- “Good idea, but… really bad optimization: several crashes, quest bugs, and I got stuck at the last door before the final boss because I couldn't open it for no reason.”
- “Hordes of enemies and a bunch of other effects (like smithereens flying all over the place, severed heads, and other body parts spattering blood) do not affect the performance even on my rather average PC.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive hellish environment, enhanced by a fitting soundtrack and impressive graphics. Reviewers note the meticulous attention to detail in each scene, contributing to a brilliant overall experience that leaves players eager for more.
- “The atmosphere is very hellish, and a cool amount of detail has been put into every scene.”
- “It's very well optimized, no bugs, the graphics are nice and the atmosphere is absolutely brilliant, it really feels like you're in hell.”
- “Worth buying to support the idea, the atmosphere is really something.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's stability is mixed, with reports of significant bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with external drivers like Razer Synapse. While some players have found success in resolving problems through file validation, others still experience minor issues that can detract from the overall enjoyment. However, it runs well on platforms like the Steam Deck.
- “Played on the Steam Deck and runs great.”
- “Game is buggy, absolutely wrecked my Razer Synapse driver somehow - it's rare (in fact, it's never happened until now) I'm forced to hard power off to get a mouse macro to stop from a crashed driver (no idea how the game managed to switch profiles and launch it from a keybind I don't even use in this game).”
- “Validating the game files rectified the issue, but there are other minor glitches and niggling issues that can detract from the enjoyment.”
- “Still has some glitches to work out, but a super fun game that doesn't take long to beat if you don't suck.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game as slow, tedious, and repetitive, with many finding the experience dull and unworthy of its price. Additionally, issues with keybinds and rebinding add to the frustration, making the grinding process feel even more cumbersome. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I find it slow and tedious, repetitive and dull.”
- “16 euros for around 4 hours of tedious gameplay is ridiculous.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as a genuine and heartwarming narrative that delves into profound life philosophies, resonating deeply with players.
- “It's a genuine, heartwarming tale that expands upon the great philosophies of life.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization model is praised for its absence of DLC content locking and microtransactions, ensuring that players have full access to the game without additional costs.
- “+ No DLC content locking or microtransactions.”
- “+ No DLC content locking or microtransactions.”