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Brawl

Leaps and bounds ahead of their previous effort, Brawl might not be the most polished title available and the dark setting certainly feels overdone but as a multiplayer party title, the game arguably brings the thrills where it counts.
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51%Game Brain Score
graphics, atmosphere
gameplay, music
60% User Score Based on 18 reviews
Critic Score 54%Based on 16 reviews

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Brawl is a single player and multiplayer survival fighting game. It was developed by Bloober Team SA and was released on January 20, 2019. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"Brawl" is a fighting game featuring local multi-player options for 2 players, including co-op and single-player modes. Navigate through 6 different scenes with smooth animation and responsive controls, battling various enemies and improving your fighting skills. Though the last two levels are donation-dependent, the game is open-source and encourages learning about multi-platform game development through its repository on GitHub.

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60%
Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
stability1 negative mentions
  • The game offers a variety of characters with unique abilities, adding depth to the gameplay.
  • Local multiplayer is fun and chaotic, making it a great option for playing with friends.
  • The visuals and dark aesthetic provide a unique twist on the classic Bomberman formula.
  • The single-player mode is often frustratingly difficult, even on easy settings.
  • There is a lack of online multiplayer options, limiting the game's replayability.
  • The gameplay can feel slow and redundant, lacking the quick pick-up-and-play fun expected from a party game.
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is heavily inspired by the Bomberman series, featuring solid mechanics and a variety of modes, but it has been criticized for borrowing too much from its predecessor without enough innovation. While the game offers unique characters and a distinct aesthetic, some players find the difficulty frustrating and the pacing slow, requiring patience and strategic thinking. Overall, it combines familiar gameplay with new elements, appealing to fans of multiplayer experiences.

    • “A solid interpretation of classic Bomberman gameplay with added abilities, decent variety of modes to play, and lots of content to unlock.”
    • “Many unique characters to choose from, amazing voice acting, plenty of single-player and multiplayer game modes, and fast, addicting gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay borrows too heavily from the established Bomberman series, difficulty is often frustratingly unfair, and the world and characters are unappealing.”
    • “The gameplay resembles that of Bomberman, except with a few unique features.”
    • “While there is a solid interpretation of classic Bomberman gameplay with added abilities and a decent variety of modes to play, the overall experience feels lacking.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their exceptional quality and unique art style, offering a cool, darker aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. While the visuals and sound are solid, some users feel the game could benefit from more originality beyond its Bomberman-inspired mechanics. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the multiplayer experience.

    • “The visuals are exceptional.”
    • “Graphics and sound are good.”
    • “Applying a new aesthetic to the established gameplay formula of Konami's Bomberman series, Brawl brings a unique darker feel and subtle mechanic changes, grouped together in a bundle of multiplayer goodness.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, with attention to detail in its composition, particularly during transitions between input devices. Reviewers noted a creepy soundtrack and effective voice-over work that enhances the atmosphere, especially in chaotic local multiplayer settings.

    • “They seemed to really try and nail the details with the music and the quick button switch from keyboard to gamepad.”
    • “The soundtrack is engaging and enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The creepy soundtrack and voice-over add a unique atmosphere to the game.”
    • “The soundtrack is just okay.”
    • “They seemed to really try and nail the details with the music, but the quick button switch from keyboard to gamepad is jarring.”
    • “The creepy soundtrack and voice-over are chaotic in local multiplayer.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized as somewhat corny, yet the intriguing and twisted narrative compensates for it. Players experience a variety of single-player missions that aim to diversify gameplay, including objectives like protection and navigating levels of differing dimensions.

    • “The twisted storyline makes up for its corny moments.”
    • “The single-player missions offer a diverse experience, challenging you to protect objectives and navigate through uniquely designed levels.”
    • “The story is corny, but the twisted storyline makes up for it all.”
    • “Single player missions attempt to diversify by having you protect something or play through levels that are not of equal dimensions.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report a high level of stability in the game, noting the absence of bugs or glitches and describing it as solid.

  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its well-developed characters, engaging cut scenes, and strong voice acting, creating an immersive experience for players.

    • “The characters, cut scenes, and voice acting create a deeply immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The game's environment is rich with detail, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by dark, twisted elements that may appeal to horror fans, though it falls short of the fun found in its source material.

    • “It's not as fun as its source material, but horror fans may get a kick out of its dark, twisted humor.”
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Brawl is a survival fighting game.

Brawl is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

Brawl was released on January 20, 2019.

Brawl was developed by Bloober Team SA.

Brawl has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Brawl is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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