Broforce

85%
Game Brain Score Based on 19,737 reviews
  • humor
  • gameplay
  • story
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Beneath Broforce's bad puns and bulging biceps lies a brilliant ode to action cinema and retro gaming.
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"Broforce Forever" is the final update to the side-scrolling run-and-gun game, Broforce. This free update includes an expanded campaign with new unlocks, four challenging levels, and six additional bros, each with unique abilities. Look forward to playing as Seth Brondle, Xebro, Desperabro, and more, while enjoying bug fixes and the freedom-spreading gameplay Broforce is known for.

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Reviews

85%
Audience ScoreBased on 19,737 reviews
humor1,268 positive mentions
stability162 negative mentions
  • humor1,271 mentions

    The humor in "Broforce" is widely praised for its over-the-top, chaotic, and satirical take on 80s and 90s action movies, with players frequently laughing at the absurdity of the gameplay and the clever character names. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to create hilarious moments, especially in multiplayer settings, where accidental deaths and explosive chaos lead to uncontrollable laughter. Overall, the game is described as a fun, light-hearted experience that thrives on its comedic elements, making it a favorite for group play.

    • “My friends and I rarely play this game, but every time we do, we lose our breath laughing.”
    • “Hilarious epic fails, heroes with unique skills, iconic villains, Broforce is really entertaining!”
    • “The humor is on point, poking fun at all the elements of action films from the 70's, 80's, and 90's.”
    • “Also this whole thematic of 'America, land of explosions and freedom, will save the world from terrorism' is just tired and unfunny, even if it is meant to be ironic.”
    • “Not funny, waste of time. Same levels, same heroes, not even a classic must-play game like Hotline Miami. I finished 3 maps (I was fast), but it is still hard to play (some episodes) and a waste. If you like this kind of same-type arcade shooter fight games, you can play, but for me, it is boring and pointless.”
  • gameplay1,146 mentions

    The gameplay of Broforce is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic action and destructible environments, providing a thrilling experience that combines nostalgia with modern mechanics. Players enjoy a variety of unique characters, each with distinct abilities, which keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, especially in cooperative modes. However, some players note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, and the one-hit-death mechanic can lead to frustration, particularly in solo play.

    • “The gameplay combines nostalgic 8-bit aesthetics with modern mechanics, creating an explosive experience that had me hooked from the start.”
    • “The destructible environments and dynamic landscapes added an extra layer of strategy to the gameplay, making every mission feel fresh and unpredictable.”
    • “The cooperative gameplay mechanics are seamless, allowing for both strategic planning and hilarious moments of chaos.”
    • “The gameplay felt lackluster compared to the trailer.”
    • “The gameplay is really unfair, and very luck-based; the characters are extremely unbalanced, and in general, the game is very frustrating.”
    • “The gameplay gets stale fairly quick, and I feel like you don't get a full bang-for-buck ratio.”
  • story630 mentions

    The story in "Broforce" is a lighthearted parody of action movie tropes, featuring a simple premise where players control a team of characters inspired by iconic action heroes to combat terrorists and save the world. While the narrative is often described as minimal and somewhat nonsensical, it serves as a humorous backdrop for the chaotic gameplay, which emphasizes explosive action and over-the-top scenarios. Many players appreciate the comedic elements and character variety, though some express a desire for a more developed storyline and longer campaign.

    • “The story is fun and has a few twists.”
    • “The story is silly fun and it works so well you will not mind replaying it with different modes, and once you get sick of it you can use the level editor to build your own stages or campaigns.”
    • “There is no story.”
    • “The plot is simple: save the world, blow up everything around, let only ruins and the spirit of freedom remain.”
    • “The story is merely there as a reason for you doing what you are doing, hell there is a mode where you can avoid the story altogether and just enjoy the gameplay and levels without the cut scenes.”
  • graphics590 mentions

    The graphics of "Broforce" are characterized by vibrant and detailed pixel art that pays homage to classic 8-bit and 16-bit aesthetics, effectively complementing the game's chaotic gameplay and humorous tone. While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm and fluid animations, others note occasional shortcomings in detail and clarity, particularly during intense action sequences. Overall, the visuals are well-received for their fun and engaging style, making them a fitting backdrop for the game's explosive action and comedic elements.

    • “This game combines nostalgic 8-bit aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics, creating an explosive experience that had me hooked from the start.”
    • “The pixel art style pays homage to classic action movies, adding a layer of charm and nostalgia to the game.”
    • “Broforce has some of the best pixel graphics I've seen in a long time, and is very visually pleasing with bright, pretty color and lots of epic looking explosions.”
    • “The graphics are not good due to the design choice.”
    • “The art style is atrocious, even by pixel art standards.”
    • “There's explosions all over the place and you are guaranteed to die from an explosion you didn't see because the graphics just suck.”
  • music344 mentions

    The music in the game has received a mixed reception, with many praising its energetic and adrenaline-pumping soundtrack that complements the fast-paced gameplay and chaotic visuals. While some players find the heavy metal and 80s-inspired tracks to be outstanding and fitting for the game's over-the-top action, others criticize the lack of variety and memorability in the music, noting that it can become repetitive. Overall, the soundtrack is generally seen as a strong aspect of the game, enhancing the fun and immersive experience, despite some calls for more diverse tracks.

    • “The soundtrack is phenomenal, one of the only game's soundtracks that make me actually want to buy it.”
    • “The soundtrack is adrenaline-pumping, perfectly complementing the fast-paced gameplay.”
    • “The music is a blend of energetic and intense tracks that match the game's fast-paced gameplay.”
    • “I also wish there were a lot more music featured, as you'll hear a lot of the same couple tracks over and over again even on just a straight playthrough.”
    • “In action game has no energetic or rhythmic music which makes the game very boring.”
    • “The music is either non-existent or just sorta sucks.”
  • replayability208 mentions

    Overall, "Broforce" is praised for its high replayability, with many players highlighting the variety of characters, procedurally generated levels, and multiplayer modes as key factors that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. While some users noted a lack of certain features that could enhance replay value, such as character selection in replay modes, the inclusion of a level editor and community-created content significantly boosts its longevity. Many reviews emphasize that the game's humor, fast-paced action, and cooperative play make it a fun experience that players return to repeatedly.

    • “Replayability: with dozens of bros to unlock and an ever-changing environment, no two playthroughs of Broforce are the same.”
    • “This game has the most replayability I've ever seen.”
    • “With its fast-paced gameplay, considerable difference between bros and various ways to tackle levels, it offers plenty of replay value even without the user-made content.”
    • “Sadly not much replayability to it, the game felt like a one trick pony after I finished it.”
    • “It's good and entertaining, but replayability is not that good for me.”
    • “Little variation in gameplay limits replayability.”
  • stability170 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that severely impact both single-player and multiplayer experiences. While some find the game enjoyable despite these issues, many express frustration over game-breaking glitches, particularly in online modes, making multiplayer nearly unplayable for some. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by instability, with calls for urgent fixes to enhance the experience.

    • “The trailers say it all, and to be honest, there are no glitches I've found to break the game.”
    • “Love this game! It runs great on my crappy PC and is so much fun!”
    • “Very few or no glitches.”
    • “However after the last update the game is buggy and multiplayer is completely unplayable.”
    • “The final boss could not be beaten because of the fact that the game froze and we did not want to go through the entire hell level again, which is already quite a task because of the camera glitches as stated before, the enemy respawning glitches as well as the random invisible enemies killing everyone glitch.”
    • “The gameplay is really enjoyable and characters are really clever, however it's a shame that the online co-op is buggy as hell, it took me ages to be able to set a game with my friend for no apparent reason whatsoever, and once ingame multiple unplayable characters were spawned that made the game experience unpleasant.”
  • grinding40 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, especially during challenging levels and boss fights. While some enjoy the humor and variety of characters, the need to repeatedly restart levels and farm achievements can lead to frustration and a sense of monotony. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable in a group setting, but solo play often feels overly grindy and exhausting.

    • “No grinding, no flag-collecting, no crappy story with unskippable cutscenes, just play and have fun.”
    • “Give you an idea of some characters you can play when you rescue enough dudes (which isn't grindy in the slightest), MacGyver, Chuck Norris, Neo, Robocop, Terminator, the freakin' Predator.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “I think that rather than making you feel like an action hero or laugh at the slapstick of it all, many of the levels are so hectic if you move through them at a normal pace, that they become tedious and slow as you have to learn every hazard by heart until you can get through it without restarting from a major checkpoint.”
    • “Most frustratingly tedious indie title I think I have ever played.”
    • “The problem for me is that on hard mode levels can be mastered by a set of dumb repetitions only, while some boss fights become too tedious (like that huge bombing helicopter when you have to repeat it over and over again 100 times before the boss finally dies).”
  • optimization38 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, particularly in multiplayer and during late-game levels. While it runs smoothly on low-end systems, users have reported bugs, lag, and convoluted online play, suggesting that further optimization is needed. Despite these drawbacks, the game remains enjoyable, especially in cooperative play, and some players have experienced good performance on higher-end machines.

    • “The game runs smoothly on very low performance computers, and I have overall great performance with FPS above 50 and near 70.”
    • “Co-op can be local and online, performance is of course perfect and the game has a lot of regular updates with new bros, levels, and bug fixes, even though you 99% won't even encounter a single bug.”
    • “Even for an early access game, there is a good amount of content and it runs smoothly.”
    • “The game is probably pretty good and the trailers are amazing, just very poorly optimized.”
    • “The game is great but it's probably one of the most unoptimized games ever.”
    • “The game seems unoptimized and the load times are surprisingly long.”
  • emotional37 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game elicits a wide range of feelings, from laughter to tears, often invoking nostalgia and patriotism. Players report being deeply moved by the touching storylines and character arcs, while also experiencing moments of frustration and hilarity. Overall, the game successfully blends intense gameplay with emotional highs and lows, leaving a lasting impact on its audience.

    • “Very good gameplay and a touching story ever.”
    • “I cried during the first gameplay.”
    • “The story made me cry.”
  • atmosphere19 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by an energetic blend of intense music, explosive sound effects, and humorous elements that evoke the feel of classic 80s and 90s action movies. Players appreciate the dynamic changes in time and weather, which enhance the immersive experience, while the soundtrack effectively complements the gameplay, particularly during significant moments like boss fights. Overall, the game's vibrant and chaotic atmosphere contributes significantly to its fun and engaging nature.

    • “Energetic music, gunshots, explosions, shouts of 'bro!' – all this creates an atmosphere of intense fun.”
    • “The atmosphere is perfect, the gameplay marvelously nervous, and another game mode will complete the experience.”
    • “Then there's the atmosphere... the 80s/90s action movie characters, the hard rockin' soundtrack loaded with guitar solos, the ultra-violence and non-stop explosions... it's pretty damn awesome.”
    • “Now, what makes me say that is mostly the atmosphere which completely charms any fan of original action heroes like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, and Bruce Willis into unconditional surrender.”
    • “Aside from the awesome characters, heavy stereotypical 'Merican action movie atmosphere and somewhat challenging level design... sometimes, there really isn't much else to the game.”
    • “The audio is certainly a redeeming aspect of the game, adding atmosphere and providing a laugh when needed, if getting a little boring in some places.”
  • character development12 mentions

    Character development in the game is largely minimal, with many players noting that the focus is more on gameplay and fun rather than deep storytelling or character arcs. While the character designs are praised for their creativity and humor, the sheer number of characters leads to a lack of individual development. Overall, the game is celebrated for its engaging mechanics and visual style rather than its narrative depth.

    • “The different character designs keep combat fresh.”
    • “This, paired with great character designs, beautiful pixel art, and stellar sound design, makes for a thoroughly enjoyable arcade experience.”
    • “You ever play a game that is so rich in plot, so deep into character development that it makes you connect with the game?”
    • “Broforce shows its character development (or should I say 'no character development') in the fact that there are so many characters.”
    • “Broforce shows its character development (or should I say 'no character development') in the fact that there are so many characters.”
    • “Great game for passing time to have fun; I would love a custom character designer maybe.”
  • monetization7 mentions

    The monetization of the game is praised for avoiding microtransactions, offering a nostalgic and enjoyable experience reminiscent of classic Hollywood action movies. While some players appreciate the indie charm, there are concerns about the effectiveness of its multiplayer features, which may not align with its promotional claims. Overall, the game is seen as a genuine tribute to its source material, providing value without aggressive monetization tactics.

    • “A truly great game without microtransactions is rare nowadays.”
    • “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel exploitative.”
    • “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without pushing for purchases.”
    • “But seeing the ads, playing The Expendabros, I knew I would need to buy it.”
    • “It's fine, I guess, to say 'hey, it's an indie game, enjoy it for what it is and don't expect perfection' but it shouldn't maybe be advertising itself as multiplayer if it just doesn't work.”
    • “The music is fun, the game is fun, the advertisements for it are fun...everything.”
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Critic Reviews

74% average critic score

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Play time

8hMedian play time
31hAverage play time
7hMain story
17hCompletionist
5-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 43 analyzed playthroughs

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