Kung Fury: Street Rage
- May 28, 2015
- Hello There Games
- 3h median play time
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Reviews
- Engaging and addictive gameplay that captures the essence of classic arcade games.
- Vibrant retro aesthetics and an energetic soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Offers a variety of characters and modes, including a story mode with voice acting from the original cast.
- Limited gameplay mechanics with only two buttons, which can feel repetitive over time.
- Some players experience issues with controls, particularly with left attacks not registering.
- Lacks depth and variety compared to similar games, making it less appealing for extended play sessions.
- gameplay140 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of *Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition* is characterized by its simplicity, relying on a two-button mechanic reminiscent of *One Finger Death Punch*, which makes it accessible for newcomers while offering a challenge for veterans. While the retro aesthetic and soundtrack are praised, many reviewers note that the gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited modes and mechanics that may not fully engage players. Overall, it provides a fun, albeit shallow, experience that appeals to fans of the original film and retro gaming enthusiasts.
“The gameplay mechanics are intuitive, making it easy for newcomers to jump in, but also offers enough depth for veterans looking to hone their skills and strategies.”
“Fast-paced and easy to learn, but hard to master gameplay.”
“Simple gameplay with satisfying results all mixed together with an awesome retro soundtrack!”
“The gameplay is very limited, and even the elements of the original movie are not well exploited.”
“There is virtually no gameplay here.”
“The gameplay was simple: you are in a fixed position and cannot move.”
- music137 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in "Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition" is widely praised for its energetic 80s-inspired soundtrack, featuring electronic and synthwave tracks that enhance the game's frenetic action and retro aesthetic. Many players appreciate the nostalgic feel and catchy tunes, which contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay, although some note that the limited number of tracks can lead to repetitiveness. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, elevating the game's appeal and immersing players in its vibrant, arcade-style atmosphere.
“The soundtrack of Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition is a celebration of 80s music, with a selection of electronic and synthwave tracks that energize the game.”
“The songs are perfectly chosen to match the frenetic action, elevating the combat experience and maintaining an exciting pace throughout the game.”
“The music is awesome, the gameplay is masterful, and the 80's retro visuals make this something that just has to be played.”
“It's really a shame this game sucks that much because I really love Kung Fury... and no, the few songs they actually got for the game and the voice of the actors don't save anything.”
“Music was forgettable and the comedy and characters, although with promise, never deliver even if you're a fan of the source material.”
“I wish there was a feature that could change soundtracks, simply because you can go ham on one track but the rest of them are kind of weak.”
- story129 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the humorous and absurd narrative that aligns with the original film, while others criticize the lack of depth and the separation of the story mode into a paid DLC. Many users noted that the gameplay is simplistic and repetitive, often overshadowing the story, which is seen as a mere vehicle for character progression and combat. Overall, while the voice acting and nostalgic references are praised, the story mode's execution leaves some players wanting more in terms of content and engagement.
“A sinister plot by a villain of particular historic renown enters the jurisdiction of the mightiest cop in Metro City, Kung Fury, who was once struck by lightning and bitten by a cobra, endowing him with intensely powerful martial art abilities.”
“The story is just as ridiculous as the movie, and that's in a good way.”
“With the addition of the story mode, this game is now a worthy addition to any library.”
“This is not a video game in my opinion; it feels to me like a sort of cookie clicker or pay-demo. The 'storytelling' is sold as a separate DLC. You can't explore, walk, or grab objects; all you can do is hit enemies left and right that come near you in sort of rooms/arenas.”
“I quit playing this game for a long time because I couldn't complete the 'story' mode because it is designed so poorly.”
“The story mode is really plain, and the difficulty ramps up quite fast.”
- graphics110 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition" are widely praised for their vibrant and detailed pixel art, effectively capturing the nostalgic 80s aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the game's retro visuals and arcade-style presentation, which enhance the overall experience, although some note issues with sprite clarity and performance. Overall, the game's art style and animations are considered a standout feature, appealing to fans of retro gaming.
“Hello There Games has done an exceptional job of capturing the 80s aesthetic with vibrant and detailed pixel art graphics.”
“Kung Fury has great characters and beautiful pixel graphics, with excellent animations and that 1980s tone that really reels you into the game quickly.”
“The main place the game shines is presentation; the pixel art looks great, the animations are crisp and colorful, and the retro tube screen aesthetic is well done.”
“I can't attack enemies on the left side (it doesn't respond to input) and the graphics changed, making the sprites crunchier as well as causing shimmering lines from the pixels.”
“The visuals were problematic for me and there isn't much of a game in there that would warrant interest.”
“This is your control system and by god you don't even get to change the graphics from 16-bit to 8-bit ... I mean my 256k Amiga barely managed to run this game.”
- humor41 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition" is widely praised for its nostalgic and absurd style, reminiscent of the original kung fury short film. Players appreciate the cheesy writing, hilarious voice acting, and retro cultural references that enhance the overall experience, making it a fun and entertaining homage to the 80s. While the gameplay can be challenging, the comedic elements and quirky charm keep players engaged and laughing throughout.
“The game is an ode to the 80s, incorporating the humor and over-the-top style of the original Kung Fury short film.”
“The mix of nostalgia, cultural references, and quirky humor adds an extra layer of fun to the game, making it not only an intense fighting experience but also a fun celebration of the retro era.”
“Since I bought this game, they recently added three more playable characters, each with their own playstyle, and a story mode (complete with boss battles) with spoken dialogue that's every bit as humorously poorly delivered and written as the movie.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, "Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition" is praised for its high replayability, thanks to a variety of challenges, game modes, and the addition of new playable characters, each offering unique playstyles. Players appreciate the game's engaging nature and the fun of competing for high scores, although some feel it could benefit from more unlocks and content to enhance replay value further. The combination of humor, nostalgia, and a retro soundtrack contributes to its lasting appeal.
“Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition offers excellent replayability, with a variety of challenges and game modes that keep players engaged.”
“It's the kind of game you always have installed on your PC, not only because of its insane replayability, but also because it's only 50 MB in size.”
“Your only goal is to beat your high score, and it has amazing replay value, which is what you want in a simple game like this.”
“This game would have been so much better with unlocks, power-ups, different game modes, different characters... or whatever content that could have added to the replayability.”
“Not a lot of replayability.”
“Plenty of replayability.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game effectively captures the nostalgic essence of the arcade era and the 80s, enhanced by a stylish simulated cathode ray tube and an engaging original soundtrack. Players appreciate the retro atmosphere, which contributes to the overall enjoyment, though caution is advised for those sensitive to flashing lights. Overall, the atmosphere is consistently praised as a standout feature of the game.
“The atmosphere created by a stylish simulated cathode ray tube makes you go deep into the 80's, with some nice original soundtrack. Kung Fury: Street Rage is worthy of a try.”
“It's fun and has a good retro atmosphere, though if you have issues with flashing lights, do not play this game.”
“The gameplay is easy to understand and you have a great time while enjoying the retro-like atmosphere!”
“In terms of atmosphere, the game completely oozes the arcade era and the 80s, which I have a vague memory of.”
“The atmosphere created by a stylish simulated cathode ray tube makes you feel immersed in the 80s, complemented by a nice original soundtrack. Kung Fury: Street Rage is worthy of a try.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game can be tedious and repetitive, leading to frustration for some players due to poor mechanics. However, it also appeals to those who enjoy a challenging experience and high-score grinding, particularly fans of retro games, making it a mixed experience overall.
“Poor mechanics make this a tedious and annoying game.”
“This game is not for everyone; many will find it boring, repetitive, and tedious. With that said, the game truly is a martial arts kung fu game of discipline for those who want a challenge.”
“After a while, it grew tedious trying to figure out his attack distance.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized for various systems, ensuring smooth performance at a capped 60 fps, particularly after the latest update. However, some users have reported performance issues, specifically with Xbox 360 controllers, leading to occasional lag and unresponsiveness.
“The game's visuals look great, and you can run it on any system at any resolution with no performance cost, maintaining a smooth 60 fps cap.”
“The latest update has significantly improved performance, allowing the game to run at a beautiful, buttery-smooth 60 fps!”
“The game's visuals may look decent since they appear outdated, but that guarantees you'll be able to run it on any system and resolution without performance issues, maintaining a 60 fps cap.”
“The game seems to have some performance issues with my Xbox 360 controller; it lags and becomes unresponsive at times.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a disconnect between expectations and reality regarding the emotional aspect of the game. While some users mention an in-depth emotional storyline, others criticize it as lacking depth, describing the gameplay as simplistic and even overwhelming due to excessive visual effects. Overall, the emotional engagement appears to be minimal and inconsistent.
“The in-depth emotional storyline really draws you in and makes you feel connected to the characters.”
“Every single strike feels impactful, creating an emotional response that lingers long after the game is over.”
“The game evokes a range of emotions, making each moment feel significant and memorable.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users report that while the game features a polished aesthetic with intentional stylistic glitches and rendering artifacts, the controls are currently experiencing some bugs, impacting overall stability.
“As of right now, the controls are a bit buggy.”
“The game suffers from frequent crashes that disrupt gameplay.”
“There are numerous glitches that make it difficult to progress through levels.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is heavily focused on promoting "Kung Fury," suggesting that it effectively integrates advertising into the gameplay experience. This approach may enhance brand visibility but could detract from the overall gaming experience for some players.
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive, constantly pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“It's frustrating how many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
“The in-game purchases are not just optional; they are almost necessary to keep up with other players.”
