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

Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 495 reviews

humor175 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Surprisingly fun with a mix of humor and chaos, reminiscent of classic shooters.
Engaging gameplay with a variety of weapons and upgrades, making it enjoyable for casual play.
Unique and edgy humor that appeals to fans of dark comedy and absurdity.

Repetitive gameplay and short length, making it feel like it overstays its welcome.
Technical issues such as bugs and crashes that can disrupt the experience.
The humor can be hit or miss, often relying on crude jokes that may not resonate with all players.

humor
182 mentions
96 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly polarizing, with many players appreciating its crude, edgy, and often dark comedic elements reminiscent of titles like Duke Nukem, while others find it juvenile, repetitive, and lacking in genuine wit. Some players enjoyed the absurdity and raunchy jokes, leading to moments of laughter, while others criticized the humor as unoriginal and overly reliant on shock value. Overall, the game's comedic style appeals primarily to those who enjoy irreverent and politically incorrect humor, but it may not resonate with everyone.
- “A funny action game for short brain-off sessions.”
- “Easily became my favorite game for its humor and the fact it doesn't take itself seriously.”
- “The game is full of dirty jokes, black humor, lewd innuendos, and lots and lots of references.”
- “I find the gameplay repetitive, the humor unfunny, and even the softcover porn to be boring.”
- “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.”
gameplay
63 mentions
24 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its solid mechanics and enjoyable twin-stick shooter elements, but also highlighting a significant level of repetitiveness and lack of variety. While some found the combat fun and addictive, others criticized it for being shallow and monotonous, with a few mentioning that the humor and overall experience did not compensate for the gameplay's shortcomings. Overall, it appears to be a competent but unremarkable experience that may appeal to fans of the genre, albeit with some reservations.
- “Fun combat and gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay feels pretty solid and the music is pretty good too.”
- “Really cool game, funny humor and awesome gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is shallow, repetitive, and easy.”
- “There is no interesting gameplay hooks, no special qualities to make it stand out in a crowded field.”
- “After 30 minutes of gameplay, the biggest challenge was getting through the intro movie and out of the starting room.”
music
50 mentions
52 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its heavy metal soundtrack, which complements the chaotic gameplay and enhances the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as "badass" and "awesome," noting its ability to match the game's tongue-in-cheek humor and over-the-top violence. While some find the music occasionally annoying, the general consensus is that it significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.
- “The music is also very good for a video game, going great with the gameplay.”
- “Great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is just awesome, it really goes well with all the madness on the screen.”
- “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
38 mentions
29 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by its campy humor and absurdity, often drawing comparisons to B-action movies and adult-themed narratives. While some players appreciate the amusing and original plot, others criticize it for being poorly executed and riddled with bugs that disrupt gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mix of entertainingly ridiculous quests and a bold, irreverent approach to storytelling, appealing primarily to those with a taste for adult humor.
- “The story was hilarious, and you can add the free DLC to make it truly 'mature'.”
- “Many quests are available within the game, which aid a tragic, story-driven narrative that will leave you wondering what kind of stuff the developers were on.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “First things first; this game is pretty dumb (especially the story).”
graphics
33 mentions
52 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant aesthetics, smooth performance, and overall visual quality, particularly in creating an immersive atmosphere. However, some users report performance issues, such as framerate drops and optimization problems, especially on lower-end systems. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for the genre, there are notable inconsistencies in character model quality and technical performance.
- “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.”
- “-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 girls' pictures.”
optimization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report significant issues such as crashes and quest bugs, others praise its smooth performance, impressive graphics, and ability to handle intense action without lag. Overall, the game shows potential for good optimization, but inconsistencies in user experiences suggest that improvements are needed.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “Good idea, but really poorly optimized: 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 debris flying all over the place, severed heads, and other body parts spattering blood) do not affect the performance even on my rather average PC.”
replayability
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with many reviewers noting that it is short and can be completed in a single playthrough. While some players found enjoyment in the gameplay, they agreed that there is little incentive to revisit the game after finishing it, making it more suitable for a sale purchase rather than a full-price buy.
- “Replay value 10/10.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “I love how different strategies can lead to completely different outcomes.”
- “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 with 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.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and hellish design, complemented by a well-crafted soundtrack and impressive graphics. Reviewers note the attention to detail in each scene, creating a captivating experience that leaves them eager for more. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that significantly enhances the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is also really nice with the game and adds to the atmosphere.”
- “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 atmosphere is very hellish, and a cool amount of detail has been put into every scene.”
- “The atmosphere is really something worth buying to support the idea.”
- “The game lacks any real sense of immersion, making the atmosphere feel flat and uninspired.”
- “Despite the interesting concept, the atmosphere fails to engage, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
stability
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game's stability is mixed; while it runs well on platforms like the Steam Deck, users report significant bugs, including issues that can affect peripheral drivers. Although validating game files can resolve some problems, minor glitches persist, potentially impacting the overall experience.
- “Played on the Steam Deck and it runs great.”
- “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”
- “Game is buggy; it absolutely wrecked my Razer Synapse driver somehow. It's rare (in fact, it's never happened until now) that I'm forced to hard power off to get a mouse macro to stop from a crashed driver. I have 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
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game as tedious and repetitive, with some finding the keybinding issues frustrating and unresponsive. Many feel that the time investment does not justify the limited gameplay experience, particularly given the cost. Overall, grinding is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from enjoyment.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “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
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
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.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters left me in tears, making their struggles feel incredibly real.”
- “This game beautifully captures the essence of love and loss, resonating with my own experiences.”
monetization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization model is praised for its absence of DLC content locking and microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the full game experience without additional costs.
- “+ No DLC content locking or microtransactions.”
- “There are no DLC content locks or microtransactions.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't force players to spend extra money.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't rely on aggressive monetization tactics.”