Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game

69%
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"Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition" is a remastered 2D arcade-style beat 'em up game, based on the comic book series and movie. Play as beloved characters, level up, and unlock new abilities to defeat the League of Ramona's Evil Exes. Team up with friends for co-op combat, mini-games, and Power-ups, or compete in challenges like Dodgeball. The Complete Edition includes the original DLCs, Knives Chau and Wallace Wells, adding even more content to this exciting game.

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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,315 reviews
music42 positive mentions
stability20 negative mentions
  • The game is a fun and nostalgic beat 'em up that captures the essence of the Scott Pilgrim franchise.
  • Great pixel art and an amazing soundtrack by Anamanaguchi enhance the overall experience.
  • The gameplay is enjoyable, especially in local co-op, and it offers a good challenge for fans of the genre.
  • The requirement to use Ubisoft Connect is frustrating and adds unnecessary complexity to the gaming experience.
  • The port suffers from various bugs, including audio issues and input lag, which detract from the gameplay.
  • There are no Steam achievements or cloud saves, making the experience feel incomplete compared to other platforms.
  • music83 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised, particularly the iconic soundtrack by Anamanaguchi, which combines retro chiptune elements with modern instrumentation, creating an energetic and nostalgic experience. While many players find the soundtrack to be a standout feature that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game, some have reported issues with sound mixing, where music can overpower sound effects, detracting from gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “Anamanaguchi's soundtrack is iconic.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing.”
    • “The game is carried by Anamanaguchi's legendary soundtrack.”
    • “Ubisoft, your trash. The audio is bugged, the music and sound effects stop being generated out of nowhere, and to make matters worse, the login with Ubisoft is bugged and I can't play. It's a shame to refund this game that I only had the joy of trying for 10 minutes because the other 30 were trying to fix the bugs.”
    • “The game has some basic sound issues (loud music, low sound effects) and the dev team doesn't pay much attention to the community or bug fixes.”
    • “The music sucks, the sound sucks.”
  • gameplay43 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its fun and addictive nature, particularly in cooperative play, while others criticize it for being clunky, imprecise, and plagued by frustrating mechanics and design choices. Many players noted issues with controls, hitboxes, and the overall execution of the beat 'em up genre, leading to a perception of the game as outdated and lacking polish. Despite its charming visuals and soundtrack, the gameplay experience is often described as inconsistent, with some players recommending alternative titles for a more satisfying experience.

    • “Cool soundtrack, smooth gameplay, a classic beat-em-up with upgrades.”
    • “The gameplay is surprisingly nuanced.”
    • “It is probably the best beat-em-up I have ever played, with great combat mechanics, throwing items, special abilities, and more.”
    • “The jumping, dodging, and parrying mechanics and timing feel floaty and imprecise.”
    • “The pixel animation is decent, but the mechanics of the side-scrolling beat 'em up are clunky and slow.”
    • “The controls are wooden and clunky, requiring a custom controller map to even function. The gameplay feels very unfair and cheap, with many enemy attacks that you can't do much about.”
  • graphics37 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant pixel art style and charming aesthetics, effectively bringing the comic's visuals to life. While many players appreciate the art design and animation, some report minor graphical glitches and performance issues, particularly on the PC version. Overall, the visuals are considered a highlight, complemented by a strong soundtrack, despite some technical shortcomings.

    • “Great art style built off of O'Malley's original almost manga style, incorporated into pixel art.”
    • “Fantastic game with a gorgeous sprite-based art style; it makes Bryan Lee O'Malley's work come to life with incredible animation to coincide with the art style.”
    • “Everything looks great here, the art, the visuals, even the soundtrack by Anamanaguchi is an absolute banger, I'm a huge fan of their work.”
    • “A very outdated game without any mechanic changes plus there is no graphic option.”
    • “Ok, it is a beat 'em up game that doesn't need too many graphic options, but we all know that is an excuse from Ubisoft to work less and disregard their customers.”
    • “However, I've encountered some minor graphics bugs; I know it's a 10-year-old game, but I expected a more polished game without the blessed DRM.”
  • story33 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its faithful adaptation of the original comic and movie, while others criticize its linearity and lack of depth. Many noted that the narrative is presented in a simplistic manner, which may confuse those unfamiliar with the source material, and the overall experience feels rushed due to the game's short length. Despite these criticisms, the story is often described as entertaining and humorous, particularly for fans of the franchise.

    • “Scott Pilgrim is an incredible story that explores how relationships (good, bad, and abusive) affect someone and their future relationships, the complexity of the choices we make, and what it means to grow up.”
    • “It's also a hilarious and beautiful love story filled with many fun references to the games of yesteryear.”
    • “It's such a labor of love to the original source material and acts as a great way to experience the story alongside the original graphic novels, the movie, and the anime.”
    • “I was kind of hoping for a game that has more story to it and more of a vibe like the movie.”
    • “The game itself is rather short, and the story and the characters' backgrounds are rather ambiguous.”
    • “I feel like the creators of the game didn't watch the movie or read any of the comics and just read a summary of the characters; there is no story in story mode, and the little amount of characterization they do have for them is mostly wrong.”
  • stability24 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with many users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues, particularly in the online component. While some players have experienced minimal problems, the overall consensus highlights a frustratingly buggy port, with specific complaints about input lag, graphical glitches, and poor game design. Despite these issues, a few users noted that the game runs well on certain platforms, such as the Steam Deck, but the general sentiment leans towards disappointment in its stability.

    • “It runs great.”
    • “Bought to play on my Steam Deck, can confirm it runs great on that.”
    • “Runs great on the Deck.”
    • “The game is also kind of a buggy mess; inputting controller codes seems to only work half the time you do it.”
    • “They've added Denuvo, forced Ubisoft Connect crapware, and it's just a low-effort port rife with bugs and glitches.”
    • “This port, especially on PC, is beyond buggy.”
  • humor17 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players reporting continuous laughter and enjoyment throughout their experience. It effectively incorporates fun references and comedic elements, particularly appealing to fans of the source material, while also delivering amusing glitches and scenarios. Overall, the game is described as a hilarious and entertaining adventure that resonates well with its audience.

    • “But I was grinning and laughing the entire time I played this game.”
    • “It's also a hilarious and beautiful love story filled with many fun references to the games of yesteryear.”
    • “With all of that cleared, this game does incredible in representing what a Scott Pilgrim game would be; the beat 'em up is fluid, the animations are on point, and the humor is greatly translated to the game, making it a great experience for Scott Pilgrim fans.”
  • grinding15 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is often described as tedious and time-consuming, requiring significant effort to level up stats and gather resources, especially for solo players. While some find it annoying and slow-paced, others appreciate the sense of reward that comes with reaching max levels. Overall, grinding is seen as a necessary but sometimes frustrating part of the gameplay experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It makes for a tedious play session.”
    • “The stats in this game are annoying and tedious to level up, and hours of grinding to get to max can lead to soft locks or getting stuck, forcing you to restart levels.”
    • “I find it too grindy and slow-paced.”
  • optimization11 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting smooth performance and consistent frame rates on various platforms, while others have encountered significant issues such as stuttering, delayed inputs, and low audio levels. Additionally, there are complaints about graphical glitches and the negative impact of Uplay and Denuvo DRM on performance. Overall, while some users enjoy a seamless experience, many others find the port lacking in quality.

    • “The game runs smoothly, the art is beautiful, the soundtrack is epic, and the nostalgia from playing it back in 2010 on my PS3 is crazy.”
    • “Yes, Uplay sucks, but it's like thirty seconds to install and start, and fairly negligible as far as performance impact.”
    • “- Denuvo may cause performance issues (I did not experience this).”
    • “A good game which unfortunately is ruined by a bad port, been experiencing delayed button inputs, and some stuttering while playing with friends.”
    • “Game-breaking bug, softlock bug, controller bug, stuttering, bad audio, online feature does not work.”
    • “What I did experience was some graphical glitches and weird audio mixing; the game is very quiet seemingly for no reason even with the in-game audio sliders maxed out.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it offers significant value and hours of gameplay, others feel it lacks depth, with many able to complete it in under four hours. Despite this, the engaging visuals and nostalgic references contribute to a moderate level of replayability for those who enjoy revisiting its vibrant world.

    • “Great brawler with plenty of replay value.”
    • “The game itself is amazing and definitely worth the price tag, and once you get past the Ubisoft Connect issues, it's practically identical to the original release and is still extremely solid with hours of gameplay and a fair bit of replayability.”
    • “You'll be going through a mushroom trip of lush levels full of Super Nintendo era visuals and references with a medium-high replay value.”
    • “There's not a whole lot of replay value here, and most people could finish the game in less than 4 hours.”
    • “The game itself is amazing and definitely worth the price tag, but once you get past the Ubisoft Connect issues, it's practically identical to the original release and still extremely solid with hours of gameplay and a fair bit of replayability.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized, with users labeling it as a blatant cash grab reminiscent of practices by companies like EA. Despite hopes for improvement since its launch on Nintendo Switch, many feel that Ubisoft has not addressed these concerns effectively.

    • “I knew this was an issue when it launched on Nintendo Switch two years ago, but I thought for sure they would have fixed it by now. It's very obvious that Ubisoft has become another cheap cash grab company like EA.”
    • “This is a cash grab.”
    • “Such a cash grabber!”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning visuals and aesthetic, complemented by an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players find it immersive and dreamlike, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “It still plays like a dream, has great music, and gorgeous visuals that create an immersive atmosphere.”
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