Guts and Glory

It’s absolutely crazy, off the wall, batshit insane. It is basically just Happy Wheels but in 3D, bundled with all the gore, characters and “charm”. If you can even call it charm. Sadistic charm is probably better.

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Guts and Glory is a physics-based obstacle course game filled with danger and comedy. Compete in a variety of levels with different vehicles and characters, attempting to reach the finish line while avoiding outrageous hazards. With its unique blend of over-the-top action and dark humor, Guts and Glory offers a thrilling and entertaining experience.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 811 reviews

humor84 positive mentions

stability13 negative mentions

Hilarious gameplay with funny ragdoll physics and gory deaths that provide endless entertainment.
Easy to use level editor and Steam Workshop support allows for a variety of community-created content.
Captures the spirit of Happy Wheels while adding its own unique 3D twist, making it enjoyable for fans of the original.

Controls can be clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Graphics are basic and may feel outdated, detracting from the overall experience.
Some levels can be overly difficult or poorly designed, making progression frustrating.

humor
84 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its dark, absurd, and often gory comedic elements, with many players finding the ragdoll physics and over-the-top scenarios particularly hilarious. While the game is described as a fun and entertaining experience, some reviewers note that the humor can wear off quickly, and the gameplay may become repetitive. Overall, it appeals to those with a taste for absurdity and a sick sense of humor, making it a popular choice for both casual play and content creation.
- “The sheer brutality of the deaths and dismemberment made me laugh out loud many times.”
- “This is an oddly addictive physics-based obstacle course game with a pitch-black sense of humor.”
- “Guts and glory makes failing a level a hilarious experience.”
gameplay
49 mentions
27 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring janky controls and inconsistent mechanics that can lead to frustration, particularly in night levels and during speedruns. While the game offers a humorous and gory experience reminiscent of "Happy Wheels," many players find the controls and camera work to be problematic, detracting from the overall enjoyment. However, the ability to create custom scenarios and the addictive gameplay loop provide some redeeming qualities, making it appealing for fans of sandbox-style games.
- “The gameplay is ridiculously fun!”
- “Allows players to create custom scenarios and share online, granting endless gameplay hours.”
- “This is easy one of the best violent arcade racing/time trial games I have played, all vehicles have a dynamic based damage setup and the characters have a soft body type of dismemberment when you get into a bad crash. The game may not look pretty by today's standards, but it makes up for it in really fun racing style gameplay.”
- “However, in between all of the levels that allow you to speedrun are ones that seem to be a dice roll as to whether or not you are able to complete them, and if not, there are mechanics that, rather than making a level challenging, only make it frustrating.”
- “Night levels are almost immediately the least enjoyable levels because you are suddenly unable to use the mechanics the game taught you, and with the really poor camera controls and inconsistent physics, there are going to be many deaths that just aren't your fault.”
- “This game is buggy, has horrible gameplay, and it's just generally not enjoyable or entertaining at all.”
graphics
35 mentions
26 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users describing them as basic, plain, or even hideous, often comparing them unfavorably to flash games. While some appreciate the simplistic style as fitting for the game's humorous and gory gameplay, others criticize the visuals for being outdated and poorly optimized, leading to performance issues. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are not a strong point, they may suffice for casual play if the gameplay mechanics are engaging.
- “Very fun with realistic blood and graphics, I would recommend this game to anyone new to Steam; this is a starter game.”
- “The graphics are realistic.”
- “The graphics are simplistic but functional for this sort of game; you really don't want anything too realistic when you're dismembering your family in-game.”
- “The janky, sluggish controls are meant to be part of the experience, but it just makes me lose interest, mixed with the ugly visuals and everything else.”
- “The graphics are crumby and glitchy.”
- “It looks bad graphically and it also plays like a flash game; this should be free.”
story
19 mentions
16 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely minimalistic and lacks depth, with many players noting its absence of a coherent narrative or lore. While there are attempts at character introduction and some humorous elements, the overall experience feels disjointed and akin to a "fever dream." Players suggest that more narrative elements, such as voice acting or a clearer plot, could enhance the game's appeal.
- “10/10 story, you will cry.”
- “There's also a pleasing attempt at narrative and characterization in the premise of each level, so some voice acting or plot elements could help fulfill the game's capacity for a more fleshed-out pitch to customers.”
- “Funny storyline for each of the characters and some decent rage-inducing gameplay.”
- “The game even has a plot (at least something like that), beating Happy Wheels with its 'lorelessness'.”
- “Cities aren't supposed to be empty of any living creatures; roads aren't supposed to be this empty. The whole game feels like a fever dream with little lore or linear storytelling.”
- “The story elements of the game are minimalistic.”
music
17 mentions
47 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that complements the game's absurd theme. Some players highlighted specific tracks as memorable and enjoyable, while others criticized the quality, suggesting it sounds royalty-free. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong aspect that enhances the gameplay experience, despite some dissenting opinions.
- “💚 Nice soundtrack that fits with the absurd general theme of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is generally fitting and underlines the goofy nature of the game.”
- “The game itself is imaginative, has lots of fun characters, good music, and tons of humor.”
- “Turn off the music in the game, find a dreamcore playlist and then play the game.”
- “No music, just silent half the time.”
- “- music sounds royalty free, which is never good”
stability
13 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and poor optimization leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. Players have noted issues such as inaccurate controls, freezing during key moments, and a general lack of polish that detracts from enjoyment. While some still find fun in the game, the overwhelming consensus is that significant improvements are needed to enhance stability and overall performance.
- “This game is not only buggy as hell, but also features some of the most inaccurate movements I've ever experienced in my whole life.”
- “The game might be fun for a while, but it gets boring quickly and it doesn't help that this game is so terribly optimized and has bugs and glitches crawling all over it.”
- “This game is buggy, has horrible gameplay, and it's just generally not enjoyable or entertaining at all.”
optimization
9 mentions
11 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
44 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and poor performance that detract from the overall experience. While some players note that the game can run well under certain conditions, the general consensus highlights significant issues with controls and optimization that hinder enjoyment.
- “The game is optimized pretty well and alt-tabs nicely.”
- “The biggest downsides of Guts and Glory are the controls and various bugs and performance issues that you encounter occasionally.”
- “Bad controls and bad optimization ruin everything.”
- “The game might be fun for a while, but it will get boring as shit and it doesn't help that this game is so terribly optimized and has bugs and glitches crawling all over it.”
replayability
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game boasts strong replayability, primarily due to its level editor and the abundance of user-generated content, which adds significant variety. Players appreciate the community levels, likening the experience to a fun, 3D version of Happy Wheels, enhancing the overall enjoyment and replay value.
- “The level editor and user-made levels add variety and replay value to the game.”
- “Replayability is great because of community levels!”
- “It's pretty much 3D Happy Wheels; it's such a fun game with a lot of replay value.”
- “I think it also has some decent replayability.”
grinding
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, with some noting that it can feel excessive at times. Additionally, map creators may experience frustration due to the requirement of uploading their maps to the Steam Workshop, which detracts from immediate in-game accessibility.
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the sense of achievement is incredible.”
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Map creators might find it tedious having to upload their maps to the Steam Workshop instead of having them instantly accessible in-game.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional experience of dying in the game surprisingly satisfying and enjoyable, contrasting with their usual aversion to in-game deaths. This unique emotional response enhances their overall engagement with the game.
- “Usually I hate dying in games, but I don't know why this game made me feel that dying is so satisfying and enjoyable.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as being exploitative, with many users labeling it a cash grab that prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “The game feels like a cash grab.”
- “The monetization system is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating how much you have to spend to enjoy the game fully.”