Deadbeat Heroes
- October 10, 2017
- Deadbeat Productions
Deadbeat Heroes might sometimes be unintuitive, but emphasizing player experience, challenge, and aesthetics isn't a bad approach.
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Get on Xbox Games StoreIn Deadbeat Heroes, play as the new generation of heroes with a prototype super gauntlet that can borrow powers. Dodge, steal abilities, and joke around in this 3D brawler set in London, across 35 levels. Take on the challenge alone or with a friend in local campaign co-op, and interact with Twitch streaming features.
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Reviews
- The game features a vibrant cel-shaded art style and a humorous approach that adds charm to the gameplay.
- Local co-operative play is available, making it a fun experience to enjoy with friends.
- Despite some flaws, the game offers a unique vision with chaotic combat and a variety of enemies, providing moments of enjoyment.
- The combat mechanics can feel unintuitive and repetitive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- The game lacks depth and substance, often reducing the experience to simple button mashing.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including a lack of checkpoints and occasional glitches that disrupt the flow of play.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, frantic mechanics reminiscent of titles like Hotline Miami, offering a fun experience for those who enjoy such styles. However, many users express frustration with confusing combat mechanics and suggest that with some adjustments, the game could elevate from average to exceptional. Overall, while the game has a visually appealing aesthetic, it lacks depth and innovation in its gameplay.
“They've got a beautiful Viewtiful Joe style going on here and decent gameplay mechanics.”
“But other than that, it's fast-paced and really fun if you're into that frantic Hotline Miami gameplay.”
“With a small degree of tweaking to the combat mechanics, this title could go from being an average brawler to an amazing one.”
“Game designer: 'Wait, so if we’re all buff now, does that mean we can take on the bosses without the awful combat mechanics?'”
“So, I'm still stuck with confusing mechanics, and now I'm just muscularly confused?”
“There's really nothing more to say about it as, despite its effort to stand out with the use of its satirical approach to the golden age of comics, gameplay-wise it hasn't even tried to provide something more than some fast punching and dodging.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a blend of British wit and comic book style, with potential for entertaining Twitch streams. However, some reviewers feel it lacks originality and comedic depth, comparing it unfavorably to established characters like Claptrap from Borderlands. Overall, while the game has a fun and stylish approach, it could benefit from more engaging and original comedic material.
“It's basically what happens when British humor collides with comic books!”
“But think of the potential for funny Twitch streams!”
“Deadbeat Heroes is a fun co-op beat 'em up with a lot going for it and a strong sense of style, as well as a sense of humor.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics of Deadbeat Heroes are praised for their beautiful, low-poly cel-shaded art style, which enhances the overall player experience. The visuals are entertaining and complement the game's humor and brawling mechanics, making it a solid choice for fans of aesthetically pleasing games.
“On the positive side: the artwork is beautiful and watching it being played is really entertaining.”
“Deadbeat Heroes is a solid brawler with good humor and a well-directed art style.”
“Lovely, low-poly cel-shaded art style, simple but fun brawling.”
“And the art style?”
“Deadbeat heroes might sometimes be unintuitive, but emphasizing player experience, challenge, and aesthetics isn't a bad approach.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for being forgettable and filled with clichés, leaving players questioning its purpose and engagement. Reviewers express a desire for more action, intrigue, and humor to elevate the narrative experience. Overall, the plot fails to captivate, making it feel like a missed opportunity.
“With a plot as forgettable as yesterday’s lunch, you’ll find yourself wondering, 'Why am I here?' Spoiler: nobody knows!”
“The story serves up clichés like a cheap diner menu.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music features a cel-shaded style with a jazz-funk influence, which some players find enjoyable, while others consider it annoying but still bearable.
“The game features an incredible jazz-funk soundtrack that perfectly complements its cel-shaded visuals.”
“The music is a vibrant mix of genres that keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
“I love how the soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, making every moment feel more immersive.”
“Even though the music and voice acting are quite annoying, it is bearable.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding mechanics, indicating that the repetitive tasks are so tedious they find themselves overwhelmed and exasperated.
“The game’s got me grinding my teeth until I scream.”
“The endless grinding feels more like a chore than a challenge.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, only to feel like I made no progress.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be highly unstable, suffering from numerous bugs and performance issues, which necessitate urgent patches to improve functionality and allow for customizable control settings.
“Furthermore, it's currently super buggy and strongly in need of some patching to offer the option to change the keyboard/gamepad settings, as well as to fix the poor performance, glitches, and crashes.”
“The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and an overall choppy experience.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that severely impacted gameplay, making it clear that the game requires significant optimization.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be highly unstable, plagued by numerous bugs, performance issues, and frequent crashes, indicating a significant need for patches and improvements, particularly regarding input settings.
“Furthermore, it's currently super buggy and strongly in need of some patching to offer the option to change the keyboard/gamepad settings, as well as to fix the poor performance and glitches/crashes.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I've encountered numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, and the overall stability is far from acceptable.”
Critic Reviews
Deadbeat Heroes review
Deadbeat Heroes might sometimes be unintuitive, but emphasizing player experience, challenge, and aesthetics isn't a bad approach.
70%Deadbeat Heroes Review
Deadbeat Heroes is a solid brawler with good humour and a well-directed art style. While the execution of some of the combat elements interrupt the flow of said combat it is still a fun game to play. With a small degree of tweaking to the combat mechanics, this title could go from being an average brawler to an amazing one. The developers are supporting the game and recently released a patch in direct response to player feedback, so my fingers are crossed that they will continue to support the game and make Deadbeat Heroes a title worth remembering.
65%Deadbeat Heroes Review
There's always fun in bopping crooks and knocking their soon-to-be-lifeless bodies every which way, and Deadbeat Heroes is a fine example as to why the concept is so appealing. The isometric perspective and emphasis on combos presents a unique vision. There's also a wide variety of baddies to keep encounters interesting. Local co-operative play is also available, so get a friend for additional fun. However, there will be moments where not everything clicks into place. They are not nearly enough to undermine the game, but they could create a tinge of uncertainty. Still, it's a title worth looking into, especially for fans of the atypical.
60%
