Boss Defiance

About

Boss Defiance is an arcade action competitive and asymmetric game, with semiprocedural level creation. One player play as the powerful Boss and must fight his way room by room, facing the other 3 players in a battle arena. The Boss will have to survive until the end of the dungeon to succeed.

Genres & Tags

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
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique asymmetric multiplayer concept that allows for varied strategies and fun interactions between players.
The pixel art is visually appealing, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
It is a great party game that supports multiple players and provides a fun atmosphere for local co-op play.

The game lacks online multiplayer support and requires players to be physically present, limiting accessibility.
There are significant balance issues with characters and bosses, leading to uneven gameplay experiences.
The game feels incomplete, with some mechanics and features underdeveloped, making it resemble an early alpha version.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The gameplay has potential but suffers from issues such as unbalanced bosses and characters, poor hit detection, and a lack of motion feedback. While the graphics are praised, the overall gameplay experience is inconsistent, though it supports multiple gamepads and keyboard use for multiplayer.
- “The graphics are good, and the gameplay is perfect with multiple gamepads (but you can use a keyboard for multiple players, in case).”
- “If they put a lot more time into developing the gameplay, this could be good.”
- “The bosses and characters are unbalanced, with some being completely useless. The hit detection and gameplay feel off, and there's little sense of motion or feedback.”
- “The gameplay lacks depth and variety, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their great artwork and solid design, complementing the overall gameplay experience. Users appreciate the visual quality, which enhances the enjoyment of playing with multiple gamepads or a keyboard.
- “The artwork is stunning and serves as a solid foundation for the game.”
- “The graphics are impressive, and the gameplay is perfect with support for multiple gamepads, though you can also use a keyboard for multiplayer.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable when taking on the role of the boss, as it allows for amusing interactions like crushing and chasing friends, adding a lighthearted twist to the typical action/RPG experience.
- “The best part is playing as the boss and crushing and chasing your friends; it's very funny for every action/RPG player to be on the other side for once!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every quest feel like a fun adventure filled with laughs.”