Lethal League

A game with a very unique premise and a lot of potential for both casual and competitive players. With its high price tag for its lack of content, it's going to be a cult hit among a small number of players but won't go beyond that.

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"Lethal League is a 2-player fighting game featuring multiplayer and co-op modes. Players compete by hitting an anti-gravity ball into their opponent's face, with the ball increasing in speed with each strike. The game includes a single-player mode and online multiplayer, offering both local and online battle opportunities."

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Reviews

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,556 reviews

gameplay213 positive mentions

story8 negative mentions

gameplay
537 mentions
40 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Lethal League" is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive mechanics that blend elements of fighting and sports games, primarily revolving around hitting a ball to outmaneuver opponents. While the controls are simple and easy to learn, the game offers a high skill ceiling, allowing for deep strategic play and intense matches, especially in multiplayer settings. However, some players note that the game may lack variety and depth in single-player modes, and recommend its sequel, "Lethal League Blaze," for a more refined experience.
- “The gameplay is extremely engaging, fast-paced, and fluid, while also being easy to pick up and having a high skill ceiling.”
- “The gameplay revolves around hitting a ball with precise timing to outsmart your opponents, creating thrilling matches filled with strategic plays and quick reflexes.”
- “It's a bright, colorful game with simple animations that is more concerned with conveying gameplay information than it is with being beautiful.”
- “I just didn't mesh well with this game's gameplay.”
- “You can tweak options to mix up some of the mechanics, but ultimately there isn't enough variety in the gameplay to hold your attention indefinitely.”
- “The gameplay is bad and gets old fast and is not worth any sum of money.”
music
534 mentions
62 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its energetic and catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience. The soundtrack, often compared to the iconic styles of Jet Set Radio, features a variety of tracks that fit well with the game's fast-paced action and vibrant visuals. While some players noted that the music might not appeal to everyone, the majority found it to be a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is among the best in gaming.”
- “The music is just amazing ❤❤❤❤”
- “The music is incredible, and the art is all very well done.”
- “The music is odd and gets annoying after a while.”
- “The music is set to a single, level-specific track, but the playlist is pretty good and matches the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is a love/hate thing and is really just based on your taste of music.”
graphics
223 mentions
48 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish art style reminiscent of Jet Set Radio, which many players find appealing despite its simplicity and occasional pixelation. While some reviews note that the visuals may show their age and lack detail, the overall aesthetic is praised for its colorful and lively presentation that complements the gameplay. The combination of unique character designs and a fitting soundtrack enhances the visual experience, making it enjoyable for players, especially in a multiplayer setting.
- “The graphics are great!”
- “Amazing visuals and an incredible soundtrack.”
- “The art style is super nice looking and stylistic, as does the music.”
- “The graphics and character sprites are trashy, especially when the level background interferes with seeing the ball.”
- “Crappy pixel 'art' was used due to an unwillingness/inability from the developers to arrange proper modern PC graphics.”
- “The art style is nothing special and unique, but combined with the soundtrack, it feels like playing a fighting game based off of Jet Set Radio.”
humor
93 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter and excitement, especially during multiplayer sessions with friends. Many reviews note that the chaotic gameplay, combined with funny character designs and animations, leads to hilarious moments and intense fun, making it a great choice for social gaming. However, the experience can be less engaging when playing against AI, as it lacks the same comedic interactions found in multiplayer matches.
- “At some points, I wouldn't know if I should feed my amazement and outrage or keep laughing hysterically.”
- “We absolutely rolled laughing and tensing up trying not to get our asses beat by a baseball going Mach 10.”
- “Me and my friends had so much fun and were laughing so hard for so long we had to take a break for water because all of our throats were dead from screaming.”
story
58 mentions
10 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with many reviewers expressing disappointment over the lack of a narrative or character development. While some enjoy the challenge of the gameplay, they feel that the absence of a story mode detracts from the overall experience, leaving the game feeling repetitive and lacking depth. Overall, players are calling for more content, particularly a story mode, to enhance the game's appeal.
- “Also, the style of the game is really awesome, graphically, story-wise, characters, and music.”
- “I would love to see more stages, music, characters, and especially a story mode.”
- “I'd say if this game had a story mode with dialogue and lore, this game would be a real treat; I would love to see more of their universe.”
- “Could have simply made story mode DLC or a free update to this version of the game... I cannot advise you to buy this version of the game, early birds curse I guess.”
- “However, even if you play against the computer, there's no story in the game.”
- “There is no larger-scale tournament or 'story' mode or anything else, just free-for-all or team rounds in essentially 5-minute bursts.”
replayability
36 mentions
42 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players praising its high replay value and enjoyment that increases with skill, particularly in competitive modes. However, some reviews highlight limitations due to a lack of content, such as a small character roster and few levels, which can diminish long-term engagement. Overall, while it offers significant replay potential, especially in multiplayer settings, some players feel it could benefit from additional content to enhance variety.
- “Its replayability is awesome and gets more enjoyable the better you get at the game.”
- “It's a simple concept perfected; needless to say, it has lots of replayability.”
- “If you want a local multiplayer game to blow you away with an insane amount of replayability and fun, buy it.”
- “With only six characters to choose from, there's very little replay value in the same session, let alone over multiple ones, so like many other Steam games that fill a super specific niche, get this one on sale.”
- “Great gameplay, no replay value.”
- “I would give this game a solid 8/10 with the only thing holding it back being the replay value since it relies so much on one type of gameplay some people may get bored fairly quickly.”
character development
27 mentions
63 % positive mentions
26 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and visually appealing character designs, which are often praised for their distinctiveness and creativity. While some reviews note that the character design may not be revolutionary, they contribute to an engaging gameplay experience that is complemented by a vibrant soundtrack and intuitive controls. Overall, the characters are well-integrated into the fast-paced gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Leathal League offers brilliant character design and each character is unique in their own way. This game is one of the few exhilarating battle games I have played in a while.”
- “They each have a distinct character design and personality that you can easily recognize.”
- “The art is gorgeous and the character design is pretty wonderful.”
- “The character design is a bit uninspired, and the animation at points is a bit less than what you would expect, but all that doesn't really matter when you're having such a brilliant time.”
- “While I do love the art direction, character design, and the music that plays within the game, it stops getting great after like an hour or two.”
- “The character design might not be the most revolutionary, but the level design is solid, with small changes in room dimensions to, once again, change the pace of every encounter.”
stability
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
-18 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and connectivity issues, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some players noted improvements over time, many still experienced significant bugs that detracted from the overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, some users found the game enjoyable once it was functioning properly.
- “Runs great with almost no lag.”
- “The game maintains a smooth performance even during intense action sequences.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or major bugs, which is impressive.”
- “I stopped playing because it was being buggy on my Mac laptop, and oftentimes wouldn't let me connect with friends for more than one round.”
- “Fun game but ruined by glitches and crashes; also, the multiplayer connections are shaky.”
- “The game is buggy and crashes if you try to click anything on the main menu for some computers, but it's a good game.”
atmosphere
11 mentions
55 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its seamless integration of well-crafted music, unique character designs, and fitting backgrounds that evoke a futuristic cyberpunk vibe. Reviewers highlight the impressive animations and pixel art style, which enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable even for those who may not typically favor fighting games. The level-specific music tracks are particularly noted for adding depth and character to each stage, contributing significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere.
- “The music, atmosphere, and visuals of the game gel together really well to make a damn cool experience.”
- “The music featured for each level adds an amazing atmosphere and character.”
- “Atmosphere wise, the game is slick.”
- “The gameplay is great and all, but what I think really deserves praise is the music and art. Tim and Dion did a great job with the game art; the style really fits the game, a sort of pixel art of future streetscapes and urban environments that really adds to the feel of the game's atmosphere.”
- “Animations are really well done and backgrounds are just as simple as fitting to create a futuristic (cyberpunk) atmosphere.”
optimization
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance with no major issues, others highlight significant performance problems, including poor optimization and occasional slowdowns that can impact gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly consistently; i.e., no sudden frame drops, no visual tearing, etc.”
- “Well optimized, weird controls.”
- “It still needs a bit of optimization; it runs pretty flawlessly, but sometimes you can notice tiny slowdowns which definitely define a life or death situation.”
- “Can use a bit of optimization for smoother gameplay.”
- “Everything about this game is perfectly fine, but the performance is absolutely god-awful.”
- “Extremely poor optimization, or whatever it's called.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report a profound emotional impact from the game, with many expressing feelings of anger, loneliness, and catharsis, often leading to tears. The game is praised as an emotional masterpiece, capable of evoking strong reactions and making players feel deeply connected to their experiences.
- “10/10 would cry again.”
- “Gotta say, 10/10 made me feel less lonely for 10 seconds!”
- “11/10, emotional masterpiece of the year.”
grinding
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite challenging and time-consuming, particularly in the single-player challenge mode, which may deter some from fully engaging with it. While the leveling system is described as grindy, it does offer rewards that enhance gameplay, such as new color palettes and balls. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant but rewarding part of the experience.
- “Brilliantly simple controls - no tedious combos to memorize.”
- “There is also a single-player challenge mode, but it's very hard and very grindy, so you're unlikely to get much more out of it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Really grindy level-up system (at least you get rewards for every level in the form of color palettes and different balls which change up gameplay).”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game appears to be minimal, as users note a lack of advertisements, leading to a sense of forgetfulness about its presence in their libraries.