No More Heroes 3

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"No More Heroes 3" is a single-player Action game with a great plot, humor, and exhilarating combat. As the otaku assassin Travis Touchdown, players must battle their way through ten deadly fighters to save Earth from alien threats. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes a digital soundtrack, artbook, and HD visuals, all for an unforgettable gaming experience.

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 429 reviews

story28 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

The combat system is the best in the series, offering fluid and satisfying gameplay with new mechanics like the Death Glove and various skills.
The game features a unique and engaging story filled with quirky characters and absurd humor, staying true to Suda51's style.
The visuals and art direction are vibrant and colorful, enhancing the overall experience despite some technical limitations.

The game suffers from a lack of content compared to previous entries, with repetitive gameplay and a barren open world that feels empty.
The PC port is a direct switch version with minimal enhancements, leading to performance issues and missing features found in the PS5 version.
Many characters and bosses lack depth and memorability, making the overall experience feel less impactful than earlier games in the series.

story
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "No More Heroes 3" is a polarizing aspect, with some praising its absurdity and character depth, while others criticize it for being shallow and convoluted. Many reviewers note that the narrative is filled with quirky elements and references to previous entries, making it essential for players to be familiar with the series to fully appreciate the plot. Overall, while the story may not be the main draw for everyone, it retains the franchise's signature wackiness and charm, contributing to an entertaining experience.
- “Love the crazy story and bonkers as hell characters.”
- “The story is the most focused it's been up to this point, not just having Travis aimlessly climb ranks until story beats hit, but we are constantly being clued in as the story progresses outside of Travis' point of view.”
- “Not only does the introduction of magical resurrection torpedo any chance of the plot being taken seriously, but what's here is just silly.”
- “The story is bland and empty.”
- “The story is completely unhinged and doesn’t make a lot of sense, but that’s par for the course for this series and honestly, it’s kinda hard not to like with its crazy character designs and plot developments that just keep one-upping each other at every turn.”
gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "No More Heroes 3" is a mix of engaging hack-and-slash mechanics and repetitive combat loops, with improvements over previous entries but also notable shortcomings. While many players appreciate the refined mechanics and fun combat, they criticize the lack of variety in boss fights and the overall repetitiveness of the gameplay structure. Despite its flaws, the game retains a unique charm and offers a satisfying experience for fans of the series, though some feel it lacks the polish and depth of earlier titles.
- “Gameplay is an absolute marvel of modern game design.”
- “The gameplay shines really hard for me.”
- “Visually stunning graphics, refined gameplay, and incredible storytelling makes this entry in the series praiseworthy.”
- “The first hour starts off incredibly strong and much of the clunkiness from earlier entries is improved here, but as others said, the gameplay gets stale very quickly where you're just doing repeat battles to unlock the real fights.”
- “However, the gameplay loop is quite repetitive and the final boss fight is just trash.”
- “Gameplay is dull and repetitive.”
graphics
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the colorful visuals and character designs, while others criticize the lack of artistic direction and technical issues such as forced motion blur and inadequate graphical options. Although there are notable improvements in the PC port compared to the Switch version, many players feel that the game does not fully utilize Unreal Engine 4's capabilities, leading to a visually inconsistent experience. Overall, while some aspects of the graphics are enjoyable, they are marred by technical shortcomings and a perceived lack of depth.
- “10/10 aesthetic”
- “Visually stunning graphics, refined gameplay, and incredible storytelling makes this entry in the series praiseworthy.”
- “Overall, for a Switch game turned PC port, the graphics definitely got an upgrade.”
- “Overall, I was just really disappointed in this game, which sucks because, like I said before, there was clearly a lot of time and effort put into its audio and visuals.”
- “It seems the general visuals lack artistic direction, so simply turning the graphic settings to the max doesn't really save the game.”
- “The graphics for No More Heroes 3 are okay, but I honestly felt that Unreal Engine 4 was not used to its fullest extent.”
music
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While some noted that the repetitive nature of certain tracks and sound effects can be overwhelming, the majority found the original compositions, particularly those by Red Orca, to be exceptional and memorable. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to its engaging atmosphere and combat mechanics.
- “The music is fantastic, and the way everything is presented is just so damn cool.”
- “Nmh3 soundtrack is probably the best soundtrack in any nmh game.”
- “The plot is fantastic, the music amazing and all the boss battles are fun and engaging.”
- “The same loud, overbearing music track backs every fight while Travis keeps yelling his attack names every five hits, shouting 'fuckhead' after every kill, Jean warning me about my health, praising my combo, the ping of my low health bar, the ping of my special skill recharging, and Travis yelling the same name of his same four special skills.”
- “It's hugely disappointing, especially since the presentation and soundtrack are really strong at times.”
- “The soundtrack is okay for the most part; there were a few songs I did like, but nothing really stood out to me.”
humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in these games is characterized by a blend of absurdism, meta references, and a playful take on otaku culture, appealing particularly to fans of shows like Rick & Morty. While many players find the dialogue and character interactions consistently funny and engaging, some aspects, such as repetitive mini-games and self-referential humor, can become tiresome. Overall, the humor is a highlight, contributing to the game's charm and entertainment value, despite some criticisms regarding polish and execution.
- “These games are kind of like budget titles, but they ooze style, humor, and spectacle.”
- “Travis is still as hilarious as ever and the game doesn't take itself too seriously (at least at the base level).”
- “It was funny and endearing in a Johnny Bravo sort of way.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players noting significant glitches, poor textures, and performance issues, particularly on the PC version, which can lead to crashes. While the Steam Deck version offers smoother performance at 720p compared to the Switch release, it still suffers from occasional frame rate drops and bugs introduced in recent patches. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its optimization leaves much to be desired, especially for those expecting a polished experience.
- “Despite some optimization issues, this was a great time from start to finish and the best the combat has ever been.”
- “It also helps that it's a very nicely optimized port, minus some FPS drops in the overworld when driving around and a few crashes that happened during my playthrough of the game.”
- “Performance at 720p is pretty smooth on the Steam Deck (setting aside some video playback problems) and it's a far cry from the Switch release's abysmal performance at times.”
- “Overall, it's a great game with some glaring glitchy issues on the PC version (poor textures, bad performance, crashes that can literally steal the game away from you), but if it's all that you have, then I say give it a shot.”
- “This is clearly a port of the Switch version and limits its performance accordingly. The game also boots in Japanese and has no proper configuration for controllers, leaving no dead zones.”
- “Whereas the original release ran smoothly without any dips whatsoever even on the highest settings, the Muteki patch makes the game feel a bit less optimized, even on the lowest settings.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that grinding in the game is often seen as tedious and repetitive, particularly in the open world where players must engage in numerous arena fights to earn money for boss battles. While some appreciate the combat and narrative elements, many find the grinding aspects to detract from the overall experience, making completion feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable challenge.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game is fine when you're not grinding for your entry fees, right?”
- “Combat is fun and satisfying, but the open world part of the game is tedious and repetitive.”
- “This time around, the combat is extremely tedious and boring; the dialogue makes no sense, and the environments feel completely dead and empty.”
- “You drive around an empty and ugly open world, completing enough arena fights and grinding enough cash to move on to the next boss fight.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight a mixed emotional impact, with some players feeling a lack of resonance with the characters, while others appreciate the depth and complexity of the story, particularly in comparison to previous titles. The narrative is described as heart-wrenching and engaging, with unique twists and a blend of familiar elements that evoke a range of emotions, despite some critiques regarding its emotional grip compared to earlier installments. Overall, the emotional experience varies significantly among players, reflecting both personal connections and narrative appreciation.
- “No, watching him exist within the lap of luxury utterly bored out of his mind while Travis is consumed with such violent desire that he has an emotional crisis in the middle of the fight just works so much better.”
- “A heart-wrenching story about how Travis should have been in Smash Bros as a full fighter.”
- “While people don't necessarily go looking into these games for the story, for a No More Heroes game, this game in my opinion rivals TSA and 1 in terms of the quality of the story. It's sort of a combination of the games, with NMH1 and 2's same get to rank #1 structure, with a revenge plot just like in NMH2. The story leads you to all sorts of abstract locations, each with their own unique bosses and gimmicks.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive character designs and engaging plot twists, which contribute to a chaotic yet enjoyable narrative. While the story may lack coherence, the unique and visually appealing characters, along with their outrageous developments, keep players entertained and invested. Overall, the combination of humor and creativity in character portrayal enhances the overall experience.
- “Not a single character design is bad; they all look great, and it has those classic NMH plot twists.”
- “Outside of the actual graphics, the character designs (for both the returning cast and the new characters), environments, and effects are all really good.”
- “The story is completely unhinged and doesn’t make a lot of sense, but that’s par for the course for this series. Honestly, it’s hard not to like it with its crazy character designs and plot developments that just keep one-upping each other at every turn.”
- “The story is completely unhinged and doesn’t make a lot of sense, but that’s par for the course for this series and honestly, it’s kinda hard not to like with its crazy character designs and plot developments that just keep one-upping each other at every turn.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, particularly as it is a port of the notoriously buggy Switch version. Users report frequent crashes and glitches, especially on PS5 and Xbox Series versions, although some issues can be mitigated by adjusting settings like frame rate. Overall, players are advised to be cautious due to these persistent stability problems.
- “Beware: a common thread with this game is that it does not have native controller support. The game is a port of the Switch version, which is the buggiest version.”
- “It's way too buggy and crashing.”
- “Great finale to the touchdown trilogy; however, make sure to use the 144 fps option instead of the unlimited option, as a few things are buggy when your framerate goes above 300+.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game has been criticized for being diminished due to overexposure, leading to a significant decline in its personality compared to its predecessor. Many users feel that this loss has created a noticeable gap in the overall immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The game's ambiance creates a hauntingly beautiful experience that lingers long after playing.”
- “The attention to detail in the environment enhances the overall atmosphere, making every moment feel alive.”
- “A case study in how to kill a game's atmosphere and personality through overexposure.”
- “There's a huge gap in the atmosphere when compared to the second installment.”