JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle

56%
Game Brain Score Based on 41 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • graphics
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"JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle" is a fighting game adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s manga hit, allowing players to choose from a wide range of characters across all eight story arcs. The game offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, with a unique graphics shader system that brings the vibrant and colorful battles to life. Players can engage in one-on-one combat, either against computer opponents or human adversaries online, with each character possessing their signature moves and dynamic camera angles.

  • Play​Station
  • Play​station 3
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

56%
Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews
humor3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features a large roster of characters and offers a fun and exciting experience, especially for fans of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.
  • It has impressive graphics and smooth framerate, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
  • Many players appreciate the game's mechanics and variety, considering it one of the best fighting games of 2023.
  • The lack of rollback netcode and character trials significantly hampers the online experience, which is disappointing for players in 2023.
  • Several players reported issues with missing pre-order bonuses and codes, leading to frustration and feelings of false advertising.
  • The game lacks tutorials and has an odd control scheme, which may confuse new players and detract from the overall experience.
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by the entertaining antics of beloved characters like Jotaro and Jouske, which adds a fun and hilarious twist to the gameplay. The combination of outrageous scenarios and over-the-top bravado contributes to a uniquely absurd and enjoyable experience.

    • “I already have my favorite characters, Jotaro and Josuke, so watching them in this setting was hilarious and fun.”
    • “It has plenty of options to suit a number of play styles, and its complete and total insanity as well as its extravagant bravado make for a hilariously brutal good time.”
  • story3 mentions

    The game's story aspect is criticized for the absence of a dedicated story mode, leading to repetitive missions that detract from enjoyment. Additionally, players note that the pacing can feel slow, and the presence of microtransactions in the campaign mode is viewed negatively.

    • “The only downside might be that there isn't a story mode in the game.”
    • “Repetitive missions in story mode hamper the fun; match pacing can feel too protracted, and unsavory microtransactions in campaign mode are still intact.”
    • “Repetitive missions in story mode hamper the fun; match pacing can feel too protracted, and unsavory microtransactions in campaign mode are still intact.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their detailed visuals, smooth framerate, and diverse art styles, making it appealing to both fans of the anime and newcomers alike. The large roster of characters further enhances the visual experience, contributing to an overall positive impression.

    • “Whether you've seen the anime or not, I recommend this game based simply on its fighting mechanics and art style.”
    • “With a large roster of characters, smooth framerate, and excellent graphics, All Star Battle could have brought JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure to a positive U.S. audience.”
    • “[Detailed graphics, smooth framerate, multiple styles].”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is praised as the best fighting experience of 2023, surpassing even Street Fighter 6, thanks to its impressive mechanics and diverse character roster. Players recommend it for both fans of the anime and newcomers, highlighting its engaging fighting mechanics and appealing art style.

    • “In terms of mechanics and variety of characters, this is the best fighting game of 2023, even above SF6 in my opinion.”
    • “Whether you've seen the anime or not, I recommend this game based simply on its fighting mechanics and art style.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received criticism for its unsavory microtransactions in campaign mode, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, repetitive missions and slow match pacing further diminish enjoyment, making the monetization feel more intrusive.

    • “Repetitive missions in story mode hamper the fun.”
    • “Match pacing can feel too protracted.”
    • “Unsavory microtransactions in campaign mode are still intact.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The character development in this fighting game is praised for its unique and avant-garde design, effectively capturing the essence of the manga source material. This fidelity enhances the overall experience, making the characters feel authentic and engaging.

    • “The character development in this game is exceptional, allowing players to truly connect with each fighter's backstory and motivations.”
    • “Each character evolves not just in skills but also in personality, making every match feel like a progression in their journey.”
    • “The depth of character arcs and the way they intertwine with the gameplay creates a rich narrative experience that enhances the overall enjoyment.”
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54% average critic score

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