Party Animals

Party Animals is a blast and a half! The music slaps, the animals are adorable, and the maps are magnificent — all of it works to create an addicting game that I want to keep coming back to, especially as more is added.

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Party Animals is a local and multi-player kids fighting game featuring delightful game mechanics, exceptional visuals, and a hilarious soundtrack. Create memories with friends by messing with each other in 100 different ways or working together to eliminate others, all while fighting for the cherished gummy bear. Despite being very buggy and having annoyingly frequent ads, the game is highly emotional and provides a unique experience for players.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 26,779 reviews

humor2,240 positive mentions

monetization114 negative mentions

humor
2,242 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Party Animals" is a standout feature, with players consistently praising its hilarious ragdoll physics and chaotic gameplay that leads to countless laugh-out-loud moments. The game's adorable characters and unpredictable combat create a lighthearted atmosphere perfect for multiplayer fun, making it a favorite for social gatherings. Despite some frustrations with controls, the overall experience is described as uproarious, ensuring players are entertained and laughing throughout their sessions.
- “The physics-based combat is hilariously unpredictable, leading to countless laugh-out-loud moments as you and your friends wrestle, punch, and throw each other across the colorful maps.”
- “This game is absolutely amazing, and you'll be laughing with your friends all day long.”
- “It's a chaotic, laughter-filled world where adorable, ragdoll-like animals brawl in the most hilariously absurd scenarios.”
- “The game is trash; I played the tutorial and then tried a game. The controls work randomly, making it a very frustrating and unfunny experience.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat, leaving me more annoyed than entertained.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the jokes are stale and the humor feels forced.”
gameplay
1,313 mentions
32 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Party Animals" is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, reminiscent of games like "Gang Beasts" and "Fall Guys," which create a fun and chaotic multiplayer experience. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and the variety of game modes, though some express frustration with certain mechanics, such as inconsistent hitboxes and the impact of microtransactions on the overall experience. While the game is praised for its humor and accessibility, concerns about repetitive gameplay and the need for online connectivity have been noted, suggesting that while it offers enjoyable moments, it may not have long-term replayability.
- “The physics-based gameplay creates endless laughs and competitive fun, making it a perfect choice for parties or casual get-togethers.”
- “The simplicity of its gameplay, combined with the sheer unpredictability of each match, creates an intoxicating mix of joy and excitement.”
- “With simple controls and intuitive gameplay mechanics, players of all skill levels can jump right in and start having a blast.”
- “Due to the gameplay being overly monotonous and the action feeling sparse, it results in a bad experience.”
- “The latest update just crippled the gameplay for experienced players by taking out most of the advanced mechanics.”
- “The mechanics are a bit wonky, but that's the charm of this game.”
monetization
591 mentions
9 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has drawn mixed reactions from players, with many criticizing the presence of microtransactions in a paid title. While some argue that the in-game purchases are purely cosmetic and can be earned through gameplay, others feel that the aggressive monetization tactics, including loot boxes and high prices for skins, create a cash grab atmosphere. Overall, players express a desire for a more balanced approach to monetization, with some calling for the game to be free-to-play instead.
- “The inclusion of a free battle pass system is a nice touch, and despite the presence of microtransactions, I never felt pressured to make any purchases.”
- “There are in-game purchases but you get the currency needed to purchase said items just by playing so you're never 'forced' into having to spend your money to get the stuff you want in-game.”
- “While microtransactions exist for cosmetics and characters (which are essentially skins themselves), they are mostly optional as just playing the game grants you in-game currency over time.”
- “It feels like a cash grab more than a fun party experience.”
- “The monetization is awful, though, and the game should be f2p because of it.”
- “To start with the audacity: slapping a $20 price tag on a game riddled with microtransactions is a bold move, but not one to be applauded.”
graphics
546 mentions
52 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Party Animals" have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant, charming art style and attention to detail, with many reviewers noting the game's cute character designs and immersive environments. While the visuals are often described as stunning and well-executed, some players have reported performance issues on lower-end hardware, suggesting that the game runs best at medium to high settings. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing the fun and whimsical atmosphere that players enjoy.
- “The graphics are beautiful and the animals with their little outfits are awesome.”
- “From its vibrant and charming art style to its dynamic and immersive environments, every aspect of the game is crafted with care and attention to detail.”
- “This delightful game provides an inviting atmosphere, rich with vibrant visuals and whimsical characters that captivate the imagination.”
- “Stinky always online makes it a useless local co-op game with it looking good but on my old hardware it looks horrendous at the low settings; other party games that are not as demanding are fine on low graphics, but this one seems to be that it only looks good if it is medium to high as the minimum.”
- “Delayed for three years, the graphical quality of the game still sucks, the gameplay remains monotonous, and the condescending attitude of the game developers is sickening.”
- “By the time you turn down all the settings to get it running at decent fps (with lots of dips), it already looks way worse than Gang Beasts, so what was even the point of doing a graphics upgrade if you could not optimize it properly?”
story
165 mentions
5 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
24 % negative mentions
The game lacks a significant narrative, with many reviews indicating that it has no story or a very minimal one, primarily revolving around chaotic multiplayer challenges. While there are some mission modes that attempt to introduce a storyline, they are often criticized for being simplistic and unengaging. Overall, players seem to appreciate the fun and whimsical gameplay but find the absence of a compelling story to be a notable drawback.
- “The premise is straightforward: players control anthropomorphic animals in a series of wacky challenges and minigames, competing against friends or AI opponents in a quest for victory.”
- “While we may enjoy a good dosage of serious, emotional, and moving storytelling that more heavy-toned games can give us, sometimes there's nothing better than pivoting to one that can transport you to a colorful and carefree world of hilarious whimsy, and effortlessly deliver a different set of emotions - laughter, levity, and just good ol' fashioned frivolity that just wants to put a smile on your face and let you have fun with your friends.”
- “The following sections of this review will elaborate on my complicated love and hate story with Party Animals.”
- “They have a 3 level 'story' mission, but it's just run through a map and don't die.”
- “The story is cute but forgettable, and the AI opponents can be a bit too easy to defeat.”
- “I hoped it would not become the same story, but here we are.”
music
127 mentions
43 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in "Party Animals" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its fun, catchy, and lively soundtrack that complements the game's chaotic atmosphere. However, some users noted that the repetitive nature of certain tracks can become tiresome, leading them to mute the background music after a while. Overall, while the music enhances the enjoyment for many, there are criticisms regarding its repetitiveness and generic qualities.
- “Everything, everything is superb - gameplay mechanics, visual presentation, and the kickass funk fusion of a soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect complement to the game's lively atmosphere.”
- “The music slaps, the animals are adorable, and the maps are magnificent — all of it works to create an addicting game that I want to keep coming back to, especially as more is added.”
- “The same song in the menus keeps repeating, which made me mute the background music after about 5 games.”
- “Literally my only complaint is that the music is like elevator music.”
- “Music gets obnoxious after a few minutes, and I can't stand this game for more than one hour.”
optimization
120 mentions
35 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
28 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and graphics, particularly on high-end systems, while others report significant issues such as stuttering, input lag, and poor performance on lower-end hardware. Many users highlight specific problems like multi-monitor bugs and server instability, which detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the game well-optimized, a substantial number of players express frustration over its performance shortcomings.
- “Party Animal is a fun game with excellent performance.”
- “The game is fun and well-optimized, runs well on a Steam Deck, and 20 and 40 series of RTX cards, making it an overall good experience.”
- “No lag, low price, optimized… feels like a finished game and I hope they continue to add content onto it.”
- “It's a fun game but is made nearly unplayable by multimonitor bugs and poor performance.”
- “Simply said, the game was a disappointment... no offline mode in a party game, outrageous prices on microtransactions, horrible game performance, input lag is also super bad, even in the tutorial.”
- “You failed miserably by not focusing enough on the optimization, adding greedy anti-consumer microtransactions, making the controls so dumbed down and random, and taking out the excitement of rounds in Gang Beasts where it felt like your skill and wit could win rounds, not button mashing.”
stability
96 mentions
23 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
77 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and issues with multiplayer functionality, particularly in local co-op and matchmaking. While some users have experienced a relatively smooth experience with minimal glitches, others have faced significant problems, including game freezes and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Overall, the game's stability appears to vary widely among players, with a notable number expressing frustration over its technical issues.
- “In my experience, the game is relatively bug free.”
- “The game isn't laggy, it's not buggy, it's just pure fun with friends. I haven't had this much fun with my friends in ages and I recommend everyone to get it if you have at least 2 other people to play with.”
- “The mechanics feel great, and there are almost no glitches.”
- “Great game, but crashes randomly for me. I don't know what causes it, but it freezes the game and crashes it, and freezes my other apps.”
- “For the first 4 hours I was trying to get the game to work. The game wouldn't load, and when I finally got it to work, it was a buggy mess. The last time I tried playing it, my computer crashed. Long story short, I wasted $20.”
- “Matchmaking is buggy right now, and if you don't leave a match after the end and instead instant queue for another one, it often either crashes the game or gets you stuck in an endless loading screen.”
grinding
84 mentions
4 % positive mentions
32 % neutral mentions
64 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized, with many players feeling it requires excessive time and effort for minimal rewards, often likening it to a tedious mobile game experience. While some find enjoyment in the grind, particularly for cosmetic items, the overall sentiment suggests that the balance between fun and grind is skewed, leading to frustration and a sense of defeat when rewards feel insufficient. Players recommend approaching the game with friends to mitigate the grind's tedium.
- “If you don't gamble all your 'nemo bucks' away on eggs to get the skins that will always be available, especially now with the redesigned reward system, the developers give you around 10k of those for free as long as you reach level 100 (a bit of a grind, but not tedious in the slightest).”
- “If you don't gamble all your 'nemo bucks' away on eggs to get the skins that will always be available, especially now with the redesigned reward system, the developers give you around 10k of those for free as long as you reach level 100 (a bit of a grind, but not tedious in the slightest).”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The rewards of the leveling system are pathetic for the amount of grinding you have to do to level, and the experience needed to level up increases each time, resulting in diminishing returns.”
- “I think rewards should be more frequent even if smaller because otherwise I feel kind of defeated when I do all that grinding for something I'm never gonna use.”
- “Everything just seems so tedious and luck-based to the point where it doesn't feel rewarding at all when you win games, it's almost as if the only way to successfully execute an intended action is to pray to the luck gods that your character decides to align properly to the exact correct molecule.”
emotional
67 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its emotional impact, providing a heartwarming and hilarious experience that fosters laughter and joy among friends and family. Players appreciate its cute and wholesome aesthetics, which contrast with the competitive gameplay, creating a unique emotional high reminiscent of childhood fun. However, some users note that public lobbies can be toxic, suggesting that muting voice chat may enhance the overall wholesome experience.
- “The game is a beautiful and heartwarming family game; I had some of the best laughs and moments in my life in this game with my three other siblings.”
- “I impulsively hugged the screen as tears ran down my face, 'Party Animals,' I cried, 'thank you so much...'.”
- “While we may enjoy a good dosage of serious, emotional, and moving storytelling that more heavy-toned games can give us, sometimes there's nothing better than pivoting to one that can transport you to a colorful and carefree world of hilarious whimsy, and effortlessly deliver a different set of emotions - laughter, levity, and just good ol' fashioned frivolity that just wants to put a smile on your face and let you have fun with your friends.”
replayability
46 mentions
46 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many users highlighting the variety of mini-games, mechanics, and game modes that keep the experience fresh and entertaining. While some players found the replay value diminished after a few hours, the majority agree that it offers nearly infinite replayability, making it an excellent choice for both solo and group play. The game's fun art style and customizable elements further enhance its appeal for repeated sessions.
- “The replayability is practically infinite.”
- “The variety of mini-games adds replay value, making it a fantastic choice for casual gaming sessions or lively gatherings.”
- “You can feel the developers' drive to make this game entertaining, fun, customizable, and full of replayability.”
- “I don't see a lot of replay value after 2 hours of playing the game, so I refunded the game and got my money back.”
- “With such a limited selection of games and lackluster mechanics, the game's replayability quickly dwindles.”
- “The beta was more playable than this.”
character development
26 mentions
46 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
Character development in "Party Animals" is characterized by charming and whimsical designs that are generally well-received, with players appreciating the unique personalities and vibrant aesthetics of the characters. However, there are criticisms regarding the lack of variety in character species and the repetitive nature of gameplay, suggesting a need for more diverse character unlocks and designs. Overall, while the character designs are cute and engaging, the player base desires greater depth and variety in character development.
- “Party Animals embraces a delightful cartoon aesthetic, painting its world with vibrant colors and playful character designs.”
- “The colorful and detailed environments, coupled with the charming character designs, create a visually appealing world that is a joy to explore.”
- “Player base is toxic, games are repetitive, character designs are boring.”
- “Start being more generous with character and costume unlocks, and come up with some more character designs (try some new species besides cats and dogs; 9 variations of cats/dogs are more than enough).”
- “The character designs are endearing, each with its unique personality, and the arenas are colorful and dynamic.”
atmosphere
12 mentions
83 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as vibrant and inviting, featuring whimsical visuals and charming characters that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the comical and relaxed vibe, complemented by a lively soundtrack, which fosters a fun and competitive environment suitable for all skill levels. The variety of skins, levels, and game modes further contribute to a delightful party-like atmosphere.
- “This delightful game provides an inviting atmosphere, rich with vibrant visuals and whimsical characters that captivate the imagination.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect complement to the game's lively atmosphere.”
- “All the animals and outfits are super cute, love the multiple game modes and the party atmosphere.”