Gotham City Impostors

Gotham City Impostors is a fantastic downloadable game for those in love with Team Fortress 2, or those addicted to Call of Duty's leveling system. Even though a lot has been borrowed from other games, Impostors forges an identity all its own.

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84% User Score Based on 6,609 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

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Gotham City Impostors is a multiplayer shooter game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Monolith Productions, Inc. and was released on August 30, 2012. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Gotham City Impostors is a chaotic online multiplayer first-person shooter where players, divided into Batman-inspired heroes and Joker-themed villains, fight in the streets of Gotham City. The game offers extensive customization options, allowing players to tailor their characters' weapons, gadgets, and appearances according to their preferred playstyle. With an emphasis on fast-paced action and quirky humor, this unique take on the Batman universe provides a distinctive twist on the traditional FPS experience.

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humor343 positive mentions

optimization17 negative mentions

Gotham City Impostors offers a unique and fun take on the Batman universe, allowing for extensive character customization and a variety of gameplay styles.
The game features fast-paced, chaotic gameplay that is enjoyable and filled with humor, making it a great casual shooter.
Despite its dwindling player base, the game still has a dedicated community that keeps the spirit alive, and it remains free to play.

The player base has significantly declined, making it difficult to find matches outside of Team Deathmatch, which can lead to long wait times.
The game suffers from connection issues and lag due to its peer-to-peer hosting model, which can result in frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players report encountering hackers and unbalanced matchmaking, where new players are often pitted against highly experienced opponents.

humor
343 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky, silly, and often crude nature, with many players highlighting the hilarious character designs, witty dialogue, and absurd gadgets that contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere. While some find the humor charming and entertaining, others feel it can become repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, the game is recognized as a fun and comedic experience, particularly appealing to those who enjoy a blend of action and humor in a multiplayer setting.
- “This game is probably one of the most funny and amazing games I've ever played; it makes me so sad that it's no longer available to the public.”
- “The humor is good, the action is fast-paced, there is no denying it's a great game, and best of all, it's free!”
- “Gotham City Impostors is crazy, awesome, cool, and it's your own Batman and Joker battles, in a hilarious fanboy style.”
gameplay
333 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Gotham City Impostors" is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic action and unique mechanics that blend humor with traditional shooter elements. Players appreciate the extensive character customization options and dynamic movement mechanics, although some express concerns about repetitive gameplay and connectivity issues. Overall, while the game offers an engaging experience reminiscent of classic arena shooters, its declining player base and occasional balance issues detract from its potential.
- “The gameplay is very addictive, with a variety of weapons and gadgets that change up the experience to quite an impressive extent.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, fast, and engaging, making it a fun experience for both casual and competitive players.”
- “This game was a lot better back when it was at its peak; now it's just full of cheaters, spawn killers, and a really toxic player base. The mechanics are garbage, and I will never waste my time on such a broken game again.”
- “The gameplay is fast, frantic, and filled with over-the-top action, reminiscent of classic arena shooters like Unreal Tournament or Quake III.”
- “The servers are trash, and the gameplay is even worse.”
graphics
202 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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43%
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The graphics of "Gotham City Impostors" receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cartoonish art style and vibrant visuals that align well with the game's humorous tone. However, some users criticize the graphics as outdated and not on par with modern standards, noting performance issues on lower-end systems. Overall, while the aesthetic is generally well-received, there are calls for updates to improve graphical fidelity and optimization.
- “The game adopts a cartoonish art style, contrasting the typically dark and gritty Batman universe.”
- “With stunning graphics that still hold up to 2021's standards for graphical fidelity, you can't afford to miss out on this gem.”
- “The graphics and gameplay mechanics are excellent, and it is overall a fun experience to play this game.”
- “While the humor and unique gadgets make gameplay fun and distinct, the experience is sometimes hindered by outdated graphics and occasional connectivity issues.”
- “Not worth your time; gameplay feels clunky, graphics look like it was made on a potato. If you really want a good FPS shooter, you're better off spending your money on an established game franchise.”
- “The graphics are the kind you would expect to see in 2009, and yet the game runs worse on my computer than Doom 4 or Rainbow 6: Siege.”
story
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
66%
14%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its humorous take on the Batman universe, while others criticize its lack of depth and coherence, especially given its focus on multiplayer gameplay. While the premise involves teams of vigilantes and jokers battling for control in Gotham, many reviews note that the narrative feels underdeveloped and often serves as a backdrop to the action rather than a driving force. Overall, the story is seen as entertaining but not substantial, appealing mainly to fans of the franchise looking for lighthearted fun.
- “While not deeply explored, the story provides a fun and fresh perspective on the Batman universe.”
- “I absolutely love the Gotham, Batman vs. Joker aspect and the storyline.”
- “The over-the-top plot and weapons make the game enjoyable, and the hit detections are 101% better than Call of Duty's.”
- “This game doesn't have a story, or even a single player.”
- “The 'story' is basically about two groups of people fighting against each other dressed up as Batman and the Joker with extremely impractical gadgets for some reason.”
- “If there was a story, even a basic story, better tutorial and explanation of the game, I would say positive go buy it, but at the moment... nothing spectacular.”
optimization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting poor performance, frequent lag, and low framerates even on capable hardware. Despite some users noting that it can run smoothly on older systems, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from significant optimization issues, making it frustrating to play. Many reviewers express a desire for patches to improve performance and connectivity, highlighting that the current state is far from satisfactory.
- “The game is super fun, but it is terribly optimized for PC.”
- “The performance is very good on a three-year-old laptop, so you don't need any special computer to run the game.”
- “The graphics are great, and also optimization, excellent playability, even the maps are really good, but small.”
- “Well from my account, this game is poorly optimized. Even today, with an above-average PC, it has terrible framerates.”
- “Sadly, with support dropped, optimization is bad and connectivity is shotty for the most part.”
- “2 years later since release, this game still suffers from bad optimization and stutter.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and server issues that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing and lag. While some users have experienced smooth performance and minimal problems, others have faced significant frustrations, including crashes and matchmaking imbalances. Overall, while the game is enjoyable and engaging, its stability issues detract from the overall experience.
- “Runs great, even on a baked potato.”
- “It is funny, competitive, teamwork matters, it has a shop (yes), and it isn't that buggy.”
- “This game is ass, lots of glitches; sometimes I just fell from the map.”
- “Multiplayer doesn't work at all - it lags, it kicks you off the server, and it freezes Steam.”
- “Give it a try, but troubleshooting the common issues such as poor performance, crashes, and microstuttering is nothing but a worthless headache.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic and playful nature, effectively complementing the cartoonish art style and frantic gameplay. While some players find the soundtrack nostalgic and fitting, others note issues with volume and the inability to listen to external music while playing. Overall, the music is seen as a positive aspect, enhancing the game's atmosphere despite some mixed opinions on its execution.
- “The music complements its cartoonish art style and frantic gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is energetic and playful, with a mix of rock and orchestral tracks that keep the adrenaline pumping during matches.”
- “Music is very appropriate to the setting and not annoying at all.”
- “ just filling noises/no music”
- “Music is a tad bit irritating (though given we're dealing with the Joker that could be intentional).”
- “1: you can't listen to music while playing this game, why you may ask?”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight that grinding in the game is a significant and often frustrating aspect, with many players feeling it detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the potential for customization and the ability to earn items through gameplay, the lengthy and tedious nature of grinding—often requiring hours of play for minimal rewards—leaves many feeling that it turns an otherwise enjoyable game into a repetitive grind. Additionally, the presence of microtransactions and pay-to-win elements exacerbates the issue, leading to a mixed reception regarding the game's progression system.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This game had potential, but the bland color palette combined with a very grindy leveling system makes for a repetitious game that you will get maybe an hour of fun out of. There are lots of modes, but team deathmatch is the only one with some players still in it. The gadgets were fun to mess around with, but only two of them are actually viable. The roller skates are completely useless since you can just fly with the bat wings, and the grapple gun has a limited range and a cooldown. The boomerang is fun to hit multiple targets, but that's it. Why the microtransactions? The customization is fun, but why does there need to be so many items that require in-game money? You can earn them, but good luck spending 4 hours just to get a weapon you want.”
- “Why make so much of the game, unlocking, and achievements be about pure grinding?”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lack of pay-to-win mechanics and the ability to earn in-game currency at a reasonable pace, while others criticize the presence of numerous microtransactions that can feel exploitative. Although customization options are enjoyable, many feel that the grind to unlock items detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as a balanced free-to-play title, but concerns about its monetization practices persist.
- “Not much microtransactions, not pay-to-win, and very balanced.”
- “Pretty well made free-to-play game without pay-to-win microtransactions.”
- “Sure, you can buy weapon and skin packs, but if you want to ignore microtransactions entirely, it's quite possible to do so, as you unlock weapons, mods, and costume coins at a good pace which helps the game avoid feeling like a slog, like other free-to-play games that try to force you to pay for microtransactions.”
- “This was during a time of peak free-to-play games coming out every other month before battle passes and microtransactions became what parasites they are now in the gaming space.”
- “This game is a terrible attempt to suck your wallet dry with endless layers of microtransactions.”
- “It's secondary currency of gems, on the other hand, is an obvious trap of microtransactions.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it infinitely replayable and highly enjoyable due to its comedic elements and customizability, others feel it lacks significant replay value, rating it around 7/10 or lower. Despite its 2012 release, many still appreciate its entertaining gameplay, though some note that it may not hold long-term appeal.
- “The community is much smaller now; however, I still have hope that this game will continue to gain more players like it has recently due to its absolutely amazing replay value and overall hysterical antics.”
- “Very decent and replayable, for a game that was released in 2012.”
- “The gameplay is highly enjoyable and there's tons of replay value.”
- “Not a lot of replay value for this game.”
- “Not very much replay value.”
- “I give it an 8 because it lacks in replayability.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for immersing players in a unique and engaging version of Gotham, characterized by its shady themes and interesting character designs. While some players appreciate the humorous and cartoony elements, others feel that the atmosphere can shift to a more generic shooter experience. Overall, the maps and character interactions contribute to a distinctive ambiance that enhances gameplay, despite some minor issues with map size and technical bugs.
- “The themes and atmosphere are consistent and funny.”
- “Spent a lot of hours playing this game; the atmosphere, the characters, the gameplay are all engaging.”
- “Excellent platforming, excellent atmosphere, and excellent gunplay.”
- “The humorous atmosphere is lost during the game, leaving you in a common (random) shooter.”
- “Although character boils down to voice, body, and face, the atmosphere in this game is good, making you feel part of that shady part of Gotham... well, as shady as Gotham already is... but still the maps are great, if not a bit too small.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game resonates deeply with players, evoking strong feelings of nostalgia and personal reflection, particularly around themes of family and loss. Many users report experiencing tears during poignant moments, highlighting the game's ability to connect with their personal experiences. However, some players also express frustration with gameplay mechanics, which can detract from the overall emotional impact.
- “Played this on Xbox and I cried seeing it on Steam.”
- “I was about 10 years old when my mother said to him, 'If you ever want to see your grandchildren graduate, you have to stop immediately.' Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is marked by quirky and exaggerated designs that reflect the eccentricity of its street gang characters, inspired by Batman and the Joker. While the characters may not be relatable, their unique appearances contribute to the game's wacky atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience despite some gameplay issues.
- “The central conceit is that you are playing street gangs made up of groupies of Batman and the Joker, and as such, the character designs convey the appropriate sense of wackiness.”
- “The maps have an interesting atmosphere that I have never seen in any other game I've played. The people look interesting as well; their character designs show how obsessed they really are. They're not the most relatable folks, but gameplay makes up for it.”
- “I love the game's icon or logo; it's a cartoon Batman, but it looks actually hand-drawn. He appears on the menu, loading screen, lobby screen, etc.”
- “The character designs are uninspired and fail to evoke any real connection or depth.”
- “The characters lack meaningful development, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
- “The overall character design feels inconsistent and detracts from the game's narrative.”

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Gotham City Impostors is a shooter game with comedy theme.

Gotham City Impostors is available on PC, Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and others.

On average players spend around 248 hours playing Gotham City Impostors.

Gotham City Impostors was released on August 30, 2012.

Gotham City Impostors was developed by Monolith Productions, Inc..

Gotham City Impostors has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its optimization.

Gotham City Impostors is a multiplayer game.

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