JUSTICE SUCKS: Tactical Vacuum Action
- September 8, 2022
- Samurai Punk
- 3h median play time
A playable vacuum is enough of a sell for me. Still, the goofy premise, excellent level design and entertaining gameplay ensures that Justice Sucks will strike a chord with anyone who enjoys chasing a high score.
Get on SteamIn "Justice Sucks: Tactical Vacuum Action," play as Dusty, a robot vacuum turned vigilante, seeking revenge on burglars and battling FamilyCorp. Use household objects as weapons, clean up messes for health, and unleash devastating powers fueled by consuming enemy blood. Navigate levels by staying hidden under furniture and avoiding detection. Your fighting spirit, Sexy McClean, aids you in saving your family and defeating FamilyCorp.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and hilarious premise, allowing players to control a vacuum cleaner that uses creative methods to eliminate enemies.
- Gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of abilities and traps, making it endlessly replayable with a fun mix of stealth and action.
- The soundtrack is catchy and complements the game's quirky style, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it doesn't provide enough content for the price.
- Certain gameplay mechanics can become repetitive, and some missions may feel too easy or lack depth.
- There are technical issues, such as cutscenes not working on certain platforms, which can detract from the experience.
- story68 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as short, bizarre, and humorous, often likened to the whimsical style of "Octodad." While many players enjoyed its goofy and imaginative narrative, some felt it lacked depth and could be overly reliant on absurd humor. Overall, the story provides a fun backdrop for gameplay, but its brevity leaves players wishing for more content and development.
“The plot is bizarre and fun.”
“I honestly just adored playing it, the story was goofy in the best possible way, and I found myself wishing there were more levels!”
“The story is absolutely hilarious, and there are so many subtle touches that show the care that was put into this game.”
“Very short story and they stopped updating the game. I wish I could get my money back.”
“[i]Justice Sucks[/i] is short; you can beat the story mode in as little as two hours, but it does leave a good chunk of room for more playtime beyond the typical 'get all achievements, bro!' There are three main maps, the first two having more missions than needed to progress, and beating the game unlocks more for you.”
“I know there's more content after the main story, but I feel like the price tag is a tad steep considering how quickly I beat it (review written as of beating it).”
- gameplay51 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of humor, unique mechanics, and a variety of modes, making it enjoyable for many players. While some find the core loop entertaining and appreciate the creative level design and skill expression, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, particularly in later levels. Overall, the game offers a fun experience with a quirky premise, though opinions on its execution and variation are mixed.
“Hilarious premise, great execution and solid gameplay.”
“Gameplay is smooth with lots of skill expression, and the story is incredibly endearing for being what it is.”
“The gameplay of each level is really fun; it's very satisfying to set up Rube Goldberg-esque series of traps to lure your hapless enemies into.”
“I quit at the third level with a grimace when I realized that the gameplay, after brutalizing the enemies (extremely trivial, you spam click on anything you see in the same room as you and they die), you have to carry four people to an exit one-by-one without dashing.”
“The lack of actual gameplay variation is a major negative for me, but the loop is entertaining and it's fun playing with the different abilities and effects.”
“Not sure why it has to take up 1,044.4 MB of memory, but it's a fun, cute, and silly game about a killer vacuum with a neat, but repetitive, kind of gameplay that's a fun mix of stealth and full-on murder.”
- humor42 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its absurdity and quirkiness, with many players highlighting the hilarious story, comical enemy reactions, and slapstick elements that enhance the gameplay experience. While some found the humor to be overly chaotic at times, the overall consensus is that it adds a unique charm and enjoyment, making players laugh throughout their journey. The combination of wild humor, engaging gameplay, and clever design choices contributes to a memorable and entertaining experience.
“Just finished the main campaign and I've been smiling and laughing the whole way through.”
“Hilarious premise, great execution, and solid gameplay.”
“The humor is very wild and nonsensical, but that's the beauty of it, and it compliments the many different approaches a gamer could take to the game.”
- music26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and groovy tracks, particularly the original theme song "Galaxies," which captures a nostalgic 90s vibe. Reviewers praised the music and sound design for enhancing the game's personality and emotional impact, contributing to an overall polished and engaging experience. The combination of high-quality soundtracks and intuitive sound design has left a lasting impression on players, making it a standout feature of the game.
“In particular, I'm giving a shout-out to the music and sound design team.”
“The theme song 'Galaxies', an original track made just for the game, perfectly captures the 90s vibe it strives to achieve, while still being a banger on its own.”
“There is actually no way this game hit us with that credit song like a bloody movie!”
“The music has no reason to be as groovy as it is and helps propel this game's personality to new, delightful heights.”
“Sound design is excellent with special appreciation to the main soundtrack; the UI is nothing fancy but extremely intuitive, and the story is completely bonkers, which may or may not be to your liking, but still adds a little something.”
- replayability21 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, with a variety of levels, creative gameplay mechanics, and a score ranking system that encourages players to return. While some players can complete it quickly, the abundance of unlockable abilities and bonus missions ensures that it remains engaging without overstaying its welcome. Overall, the fun and quirky nature of the game, combined with competitive elements, makes it a worthwhile experience for repeated playthroughs.
“Don't expect deep stealth mechanics because at the end it's not what the game is about, but the rest of it is a blast. The variety of levels and the replay value is great, and all the creative ways to kill bad guys is always super fun to do.”
“Not only is the game fun enough to warrant a purchase, I think it offers enough replay value to keep people playing while not overstaying its welcome for a first playthrough.”
“There's a lot of replay value with a score ranking system and lots of unique abilities and perks to unlock, so it's still definitely worth every single penny.”
“Faster players could probably get it done within 3 hours, again not counting the bonus missions and, well, replayability.”
“There's a lot of replay value with a score ranking system and lots of unique abilities and perks to unlock, so it's still definitely worth every single penny, but still I wish it was so much longer.”
“Being so replayable works heavily in the game’s favor.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their cutesy retro aesthetic and sleek, polished style, effectively conveying the gameplay and enhancing the overall experience. The combination of clean visuals, a cheerful yet dystopian tone, and humorous elements creates a unique atmosphere, even in the presence of gory imagery. Overall, the art style and sound design contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
“I was a fan of the cutesy retro aesthetic and the cheerful, corporate dystopian tone.”
“It's a very sleek, stylish, and polished game, with a great art style, sound design, and humor.”
“The graphics are super clean and communicate the gameplay perfectly.”
“+ gory graphics.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a profound emotional impact from the game, with many expressing surprise at how deeply they connected with its quirky narrative and characters. The combination of art style, soundtrack, and gameplay evokes strong feelings, leading to moments of genuine tears, even over absurd scenarios like a vacuum cleaner. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to blend humor and heartfelt moments, resulting in a memorable emotional experience.
“Genius shitpost disguised as a 4-hour game, I cried at the ending 10/10.”
“How wholesome!”
“The art style, the soundtrack, the gameplay, they made me cry over a vacuum cleaner that butchers corpses into sausages and ribs, damn it!”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the main gameplay loop is enjoyable and allows for tactical play, the requirement to absorb excessive blood for certain achievements feels tedious and unenjoyable. Overall, the game can be completed in about 10 hours, but many players appreciate the ability to casually grind levels and achievements for fun.
“Very short and only about 10 hours is really needed to 100% the game, including the achievements, minus the generic grinding achievement that involves you absorbing a ton of extra blood that you basically have no chance of enjoying while getting said achievement.”
“However, the core gameplay loop focuses on tactically using the surroundings as traps to wreck your enemies, then grinding them into mincemeat to refuel.”
“I've spent so many hours grinding out the levels and achievements for the sheer enjoyment of it, as it's easy to pick up and play a level or two when you have time.”
Critic Reviews
Justice Sucks: Tactical Vacuum Action – PS5 Review
Justice Sucks is a lot of fun, and completely bonkers, with many re-playable missions and more to keep you coming back time and again. Sure, there aren't as many worlds as you'd hope, and some missions aren't as in-depth as others. But, if you're looking for a solid, pick-up-and-play title, Justice Sucks is absolutely for you.
85%JUSTICE SUCKS: Tactical Vacuum Action Review – Bagless bestie
It’s hard not to love the adorable Dusty’s capers in Justice Sucks. It’s a fun arcade game that isn’t afraid to tell a story as well. Each new area brings its own obstacles to face, but in the end, Dusty has all the tools to rise above the bad guys in this sentient robot action romp. Being so replayable works heavily in the game’s favour. It’s a great time for anyone keen to jump into a challenge-orientated arcade game packed full of chaos.
80%Justice Sucks: Tactical Vacuum Action Review
A playable vacuum is enough of a sell for me. Still, the goofy premise, excellent level design and entertaining gameplay ensures that Justice Sucks will strike a chord with anyone who enjoys chasing a high score.
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