Political Punchers: 2024 Arena

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"Political Punchers: 2024 Arena" is a 3D fighting game set in the intense world of politics. Choose from 8 unique politicians, each with their own special moves, and compete in player-vs-player or player-vs-computer matches. Follow one of 11 progressive storylines in a battle for political power.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Political Punchers: 2024 Arena screenshot

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

humor8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is fun and provides a humorous critique of political figures, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
Each character feels unique with distinct moves and personalities, contributing to a varied gameplay experience.
The multiplayer mode works well, allowing for fun local co-op sessions and laughter with friends.

The game suffers from unresponsive controls and a lack of polish, with some characters having repetitive voice lines.
Unlocking characters can be frustrating, as some players have reported issues with the unlock system not functioning properly.
The AI can be overly aggressive, making the gameplay experience challenging even on lower difficulty settings.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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64%
21%
The story mode offers a fun and engaging experience, featuring humorous narratives for each character, particularly politicians. It has evolved to include extended story segments instead of generic pre-battle dialogue, although the overall plot remains fairly basic. Players can choose an easier difficulty for a more relaxed storytelling experience, allowing them to unlock various characters, including the sought-after Hillary character.
- “The plot also eliminates the generic talk before the battle in favor of extended story segments.”
- “Story mode features funny stories you would expect for each politician.”
- “The main mode tells a pretty basic story.”
- “If you merely want to play through the story, you can select the easiest difficulty level where opponents barely fight back.”
- “Story mode is the same deal for each of the characters: funny stories you would expect for each politician.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, featuring witty jokes and a humorous critique of political figures that enhances the overall fun gameplay. While it has high potential, reviewers note the need for a UI and aesthetic overhaul, as well as better system optimization. Despite these issues, the humor is considered a standout feature, making it a worthwhile addition to any Steam library.
- “Funny game, love the jokes.”
- “It's worth having in any Steam library just for the humor.”
- “Story mode features funny stories you would expect for each politician.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as fun and engaging, featuring a humorous critique of political figures, but it suffers from a need for a significant UI and aesthetic overhaul, as well as better system optimization. While the core character moves remain unchanged, new techniques have been introduced to enhance control and ease of play.
- “Although the characters' moves have not changed, they have gotten a few techniques that make gameplay easier and provide more control.”
- “High potential, needs a heavy UI/aesthetic overhaul and better system optimization, but overall it's very fun gameplay and a humorous critique of political figures.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The graphics are noted for their high potential but require significant improvements in UI and aesthetic design, as well as better system optimization. While the excessive use of AI for art and voices detracts from the visual experience, the gameplay remains enjoyable and engaging.
- “High potential, needs a heavy UI/aesthetic overhaul and better system optimization. The excessive usage of AI for art and voices detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game shows high potential but requires significant improvements in UI and aesthetic design, as well as better system optimization. Despite these issues, players find the gameplay enjoyable and appreciate its humorous take on political figures.
- “High potential, needs a heavy UI/aesthetic overhaul and better system optimization, but overall it's very fun gameplay and a humorous critique of political figures.”