Brawlout

About

"Brawlout is a fighting game focused on local and online multiplayer, including 2-player split screen and PVP modes. The game has good graphics, gameplay, and co-op options, and has recently been updated with a new character, stage, and single-player mode. Brawlout is committed to continuous improvement and adding content requested by the community."

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

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 456 reviews

gameplay27 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Brawlout offers a fun and chaotic platform fighting experience reminiscent of Super Smash Bros, with unique characters and fluid gameplay.
The game features a vibrant art style and solid character design, making it visually appealing.
Despite its early access status, the developers are actively engaging with the community and working on updates to improve the game.

The online player base is very small, leading to long wait times for matches and a lack of competitive play.
Many players find the combat mechanics clunky and unbalanced, with some characters being overpowered compared to others.
The game lacks essential features like ledge grabbing and a robust single-player mode, which limits its replayability.

gameplay
97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
64%
8%
The gameplay of the game is reminiscent of Super Smash Bros., featuring fast-paced mechanics and a variety of modes that cater to both casual and competitive players. While the controls are generally tight and the character designs are unique, some players find the mechanics, such as the "rage" system and lack of variety in character moves, to be frustrating and unbalanced. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and fluid, but it suffers from some design flaws and a limited character roster that may hinder its long-term appeal.
- “Its Super Smash Brothers-type gameplay and mechanics work well, and the characters are awesome.”
- “The gameplay is really fun for both online and local play.”
- “All nitpicks aside, the gameplay of Brawlout is fun, fluid, and chaotic.”
- “The controls are wonky and the gameplay mechanics are just not good.”
- “Character design and game optimization are solid, but between clunky gameplay, broken abilities and combos, lack of depth to CPU fights, and low player base, the game is not worth it in its current state.”
- “The gameplay feels fast, but there are too many true combos in this game with no frames for recovery in between, making the gameplay seem kind of broken and slightly unfit for competitive play.”
graphics
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
36%
6%
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their aesthetic appeal, smoothness, and vibrant art style, making them visually pleasing and likely to age well. Many reviewers noted that the visuals enhance the overall gameplay experience, although some pointed out inconsistencies in animation quality and optimization issues on certain systems. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “Beautiful graphics and lightning fast gameplay.”
- “The art and graphics are fantastic, the amount of content in the game is pretty good, the characters are a lot of fun, the gameplay is great, the animations range from alright to great.”
- “Brawlout has a cartoonish aesthetic which looks incredibly gorgeous in action.”
- “The visuals are really well put together here, so it's a shame they were wasted on an old console gaming format that doesn't fit on PC and flopped on consoles.”
- “The game has 2 original mechanics for platform fighters: rage mode and breakers, both with bad visuals and poorly animated (guess early access?).”
- “Ultra graphics preset has motion blur enabled by default, making this look like a blurry mess.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the adrenaline-filled soundtrack that complements the gameplay, while others find it generic and lacking in diversity. Although the soundtracks are generally described as fitting well with the levels, there are calls for improvement in sound design and more varied musical options. Overall, while the music is considered decent, it does not stand out as a highlight of the game.
- “Good art style and nice soundtracks to the levels.”
- “Most of the songs go well with the maps.”
- “The soundtrack is nice enough with enough adrenaline-filled music to keep your heads rolling while the sound effects are all right.”
- “The music is okay, the stages are just decent at best and it could use a few modes to choose from.”
- “One of the worst pieces of s#it due to its completely unbalanced characters, generic maps, and mediocre music.”
- “Music could be better and more diverse.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The game's story is criticized for being poorly developed and lacking clarity, with players unsure of the motivations behind the character battles and the overall context of the tournament. While there are hints of a larger narrative involving various Nintendo characters, the absence of a dedicated story mode and coherent lore leaves many feeling that the story is inconsequential. Future updates are expected to address these shortcomings by introducing a more fleshed-out story mode and additional content.
- “There was just a big story that called upon all of Nintendo's characters to come together, whether they're involved directly or are part of the story.”
- “They didn't have to add scenes and story behind each character, but they did.”
- “I look forward to seeing the story modes and polish being added to this someday when it leaves early access, as I think this game could be a solid pick for playing with friends online or locally.”
- “The single player story mode gets stupidly easy until you have to fight the bosses, which is where the main challenge is at.”
- “I really don't know why these characters are fighting, where they're from, why they have this brawlout tournament, where this is all taking place, where these locations are, and how they fit in with the story of the game.”
- “But it does it really poorly; I guess it's for the fans to figure out the explanation behind this or something like that. I don't know, the story really doesn't matter to be honest since there is really no story mode in this game.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its diverse and amusing character designs, with many characters featuring funny moves and animations that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements in character interactions and setups, leading to entertaining moments and satisfying gameplay. Overall, the humor is a significant and enjoyable aspect that contributes to the game's appeal.
- “I like the funny chicken move :)”
- “Funny characters, great movesets, physics, and animations.”
- “The hits feel satisfying, the edge play (ayy lmao) is hilariously fun and accurate, and this game definitely has its hype moments.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
Overall, the optimization of the game receives mixed feedback. While some players report excellent performance with high framerates and smooth gameplay, others experience issues such as clunky mechanics and difficulties in multiplayer modes. Despite the game's appealing graphics and character design, there are calls for improvements in optimization to enhance the overall experience.
- “The graphics look really nice and seem to be really well optimized as my PC could run the game on max settings at about 400-600 fps the whole time.”
- “The game runs smoothly and the soundtracks are well made and fit the pace of the game.”
- “Brawlout is really fun, smooth, well optimized, and a clean-looking brawler game, similar to Smash and PlayStation Battle Royale.”
- “Character design and game optimization are solid, but between clunky gameplay, broken abilities and combos, lack of depth to CPU fights, and a low player base, the game is not worth it in its current state.”
- “Poor optimization.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's stability is criticized for being unpolished, with buggy effects, movement issues, and unbalanced character abilities that lead to frustrating gameplay. While it runs well on lower-end PCs, players report significant problems with hitboxes and character balance, particularly in competitive play. Overall, the game is described as clunky and lacking developer responsiveness to community feedback.
- “The closest thing you can get to Smash on the PC; it runs great, just needs more characters.”
- “Runs great on a low-end PC, and the graphics look beyond decent on the lowest settings.”
- “Right out of the gate, the game was not very polished; effects, movement, and hitboxes were buggy, and some things were very unbalanced and overpowered, to put it lightly.”
- “If you're looking for a clunky, buggy, unbalanced, slow mess of a game, that even though is in early access, the devs don't actively make any attempt to acknowledge community feedback, then this is your game.”
- “Characters tend to have extremely powerful moves in their kit; a spammable projectile that freezes the opponent solid for over a second, a near-cross-stage grapple that's extremely fast and a combo starter, and many more examples.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
17%
67%
The monetization aspect of the game is polarizing; some players appreciate the absence of microtransactions and the rewarding gameplay, while others criticize it as a cash grab filled with microtransactions that detracts from the overall experience. There is hope for improvement if the developers continue to provide content and support, but concerns about its current monetization strategy remain prevalent.
- “The game has a nice stream of rewards with no microtransactions, adding encouragement to play and try out new things for unlocks.”
- “I saw this game and thought, 'Oh, this might be fun to play with my buddies,' but instead I see a game that sees itself as something that it's not and is filled with microtransactions.”
- “It feels like this strange, hobbled-together cash grab with a few good ideas.”
- “I do not recommend getting this game; you'd be supporting what is essentially a cash grab at this point.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Character development in the game is noted for its cool and cohesive character design, which enhances the immersive experience. However, criticisms arise regarding clunky gameplay and broken abilities, suggesting that while the design is appealing, the overall execution lacks depth and polish, impacting the game's value.
- “The character design is pretty interesting too with strongly cohesive kits that fit and make use of the characters' looks to create an immersive fighter.”
- “The art style, hitstun, character design, movement, maps, and music all contribute to a rich gaming experience.”
- “Cool character design.”
- “Clearly ripped off character design, too.”
- “Character design and game optimization are solid, but between clunky gameplay, broken abilities and combos, lack of depth to CPU fights, and low player base, the game is not worth it in its current state.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Overall, the game's replayability is hindered by a lack of multiplayer activity and a limited character roster, which detracts from the experience. While some players appreciate the smooth controls and potential for replayability, many feel that the absence of higher difficulty levels and a more diverse character selection significantly limits long-term engagement.
- “The game feels smooth, controls smooth and has a lot to offer in terms of replayability.”
- “I believe this game would benefit greatly from at least having more characters; a game like Smash starts you out with around 30 characters to play, allowing for much better replayability as you learn to master all of the different characters and playstyles.”
- “Once again, without higher CPU difficulty levels and with sluggish online play, I believe this game would benefit greatly from at least having more characters. A game like Smash starts you out with around 30 characters to play, allowing for much better replayability as you learn to master all of the different characters and playstyles.”
- “The game is not taking a good direction, and to charge what they do is ridiculous. The game is more than dead for multiplayer 95% of the time, and the devs think cosmetics is what they should be worrying about instead of cleaning up the gameplay and boosting the character roster with more playable characters.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players acknowledge the presence of grinding mechanics in the game, often finding them unenjoyable, yet many still find the overall experience fun. Some appreciate the ability to unlock characters without relying solely on daily updates, which mitigates some of the grind.
- “Yeah, it has the grinding mechanic, which is not good, but it's still fun.”
- “While it can still feel grindy, I feel good that I can unlock the final character without having to wait for the daily update diamonds to hand it to me.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game enjoyable and wholesome, though they feel it lacks depth due to a limited number of characters and moves. Overall, the emotional experience is positive, but there is a desire for more content to enhance it.
- “The game is wholesome in some way, and it really resonates with me emotionally.”
- “I felt a deep connection to the characters and their stories, which made the experience truly memorable.”
- “The emotional depth of the narrative left a lasting impact on me, making me reflect on my own experiences.”