Shaolin vs Wutang
- July 26, 2018
- J.Bowman
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"Shaolin vs Wutang" is a 1v1 indie fighting game that combines martial arts and hip-hop culture. Players can choose from 16 unique characters, each with their own fighting style and set of moves. The game features a variety of stages, music, and a vinyl record-based health system, providing an immersive experience in the world of martial arts and music.
Reviews
- The game captures the essence of classic 70s and 80s kung fu movies with its unique graphics and soundtrack.
- The combat system is easy to learn, allowing players to quickly pull off combos and special moves.
- The diverse roster of characters, each with their own fighting styles, provides a nostalgic experience for fans of martial arts cinema.
- Some players experience input lag and clunky controls, which can hinder the overall gameplay experience.
- The AI difficulty does not vary significantly between settings, making it less challenging for experienced players.
- The game currently lacks online multiplayer options, limiting competitive play.
- music116 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its authenticity and ability to evoke nostalgia, perfectly capturing the essence of classic 70s and 80s kung fu films. Many reviewers praised the soundtrack for its energetic and era-appropriate tracks, which enhance the overall atmosphere and immersion of the gameplay. However, some players noted that certain tracks could be repetitive or lack variety, suggesting a desire for more original compositions in future updates.
“The music, the fighting styles, the 70's and 80's campiness seeping from literally every pixel in this game... it's all there and all S-tier quality.”
“The soundtrack and levels are honestly a thing of pure beauty and bliss.”
“The music makes you feel like you're in a kung fu movie.”
“The only other thing that I don't like much is the music.”
“On one end I have not seen many kung fu movies, (which I do want to fix) however most of the music aside from maybe 3 tracks are too short and keep looping and are kind of bland and generic. I feel bad because the guy behind the game had to pay fees for the music and it wasn't that appealing.”
“My only issue is music which does not seem to fit. Even if it's licensed music, it does not feel exciting, so I hope the developer adds better music and sound effects!”
- graphics70 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their unique and authentic art style, reminiscent of classic 70s and 80s kung fu movies, with colorful backgrounds and distinct character designs. While some players noted performance issues on lower-end hardware and occasional graphical glitches, many found the visuals to be a significant improvement over previous titles in the genre, contributing to an enjoyable and immersive experience. Overall, the game's aesthetic is well-received, aligning perfectly with its thematic elements.
“The art style is just beautiful, incredibly well done, and when looking at the characters (18 in total and more to come) and their specific kung fu styles, I feel like being in one of those kick-♥♥♥ flicks I loved to watch as a kid and now as an adult.”
“The graphics and the background of this game are beautiful.”
“The visuals are absolutely beautiful.”
“The game stopped working two times when I tried to increase the quality of the graphics the first time I played.”
“I noticed graphical glitches very rarely appearing throughout the game (sometimes at random or sometimes when changing the graphics settings), I also noticed character clipping when they were too close to each other, and an imbalanced AI fighting system.”
“Let's be clear, this game is not the greatest game graphically and lacks refinement in input commands.”
- gameplay55 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Shaolin vs Wutang" is a mixed bag, with many praising its fun, fast-paced combat and nostalgic appeal, while others criticize its mechanics for lacking polish and depth. Players appreciate the simple yet engaging controls, which allow for a balance of offense and defense, though some find the gameplay repetitive and difficult to master without a tutorial. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable mechanics and a charming aesthetic, it could benefit from further refinement and customization options.
“Fast, smooth gameplay, good combo system, great blocks, cool that they have weapons.”
“Gameplay and graphics are very solid.”
“The hit detection is spot on and the gameplay is very fun.”
“Good graphics, but bad gameplay.”
“Gameplay however is very bad.”
“Sadly the gameplay gets repetitive soon and I was unable to run the Steam version - got a black screen.”
- story23 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's current story mode is criticized for being underdeveloped, with many players expressing a desire for more engaging narratives and unique cutscenes for each character. While the arcade mode is available, users are hopeful for future updates that will introduce a more substantial single-player story mode, enhancing character connections and overall gameplay experience. Overall, the potential for a richer story is acknowledged, but it remains a significant area for improvement.
“This game is great in short bursts, and if the story mode was 10 fights, I'd consider completing it with every character.”
“If development is still ongoing and more character stories, fighters, and modes are going to be added in the future, then this should make things even more appealing to any fight fans out there.”
“I feel that a story mode would be a great addition to the game in many ways.”
“The story conclusions feel a bit lazy with just an image of your character's previous fight and some text underneath; they could have gone the extra mile to animate a small sequence.”
“The only place where I'm genuinely disappointed about playing this game is the arcade story mode.”
“The #1 missing feature, I think, is a story mode that should build a connection with the characters and their backstories.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users noting poor performance and long load times, while others mention improvements in game balance and reduced clunkiness in recent updates. Overall, it appears that the game still requires significant optimization efforts to enhance the user experience.
“Game balance and performance is a lot better now and doesn't feel as clunky as before.”
“About optimization, all are great.”
“Unoptimized performance.”
“However, it seems extremely poorly optimized.”
“So if you can stomach the load times and lacking optimizations, then you're in for a treat.”
- stability8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The game's stability is described as inconsistent, with users reporting various bugs, including occasional graphical glitches, menu issues, and character clipping. While some players appreciate the charm of these quirks, others find them disruptive, particularly in an early access context. Overall, the game shows promise but remains rough around the edges.
“Menu screens can be buggy at times.”
“Rough around the edges with some visual glitches and unpolished audio with weird voice packs (some characters don't sound like they have their own voice).”
“I noticed graphical glitches very rarely appearing throughout the game (sometimes at random or sometimes when changing the graphics settings), I also noticed character clipping when they were too close to each other, and an imbalanced AI fighting system.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is richly detailed and immersive, evoking the essence of classic 70s and 80s kung fu and Hong Kong action films. Players appreciate the realistic graphics and sound design, which enhance the overall experience without unnecessary distractions. The combination of engaging music and simple controls further contributes to a captivating and atmospheric gameplay environment.
“Very good overall and very atmospheric, loads to discover.”
“The sound and graphics drag you deep into the atmospheric world of chop-socky goodness.”
“The stages are sprawling with details and dripping with atmosphere; it's hard to believe Asia was ever this vibrant at any given point in time.”
“This all creates the ultimate atmosphere of the old-school kung fu movies from the 70s and 80s!”
“+ Hong Kong action movie atmosphere”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highly praised, with players enjoying its martial arts movie themes, engaging graphics, and amusing sound effects and music. The character of the drunken fist, reminiscent of Jackie Chan's iconic style, adds to the comedic experience, making for a fun and entertaining gameplay session.
“The first hour had me laughing like a maniac as the game flooded my senses with martial arts movie themes.”
“The graphics are great, the sound effects and music are hilariously awesome, and the gameplay is simple but in a good way.”
“I played as Drunken Fist (Jackie Chan's Drunken Master) and he was just as hilarious as I expected, lol.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a mixed response to character development, with some praising the realistic character design while others criticize it as lacking depth. Overall, the gameplay is appreciated, but the character design seems to be a point of contention among players.
“I also love the fact that the character design isn't exaggerated.”
“Good gameplay, but bad character design.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting that its engaging gameplay and extensive customization options contribute to a fun and enduring experience, even for seasoned fighting game enthusiasts.
“I have been playing fighting games for 15+ years now, and this game is up there in terms of replayability and the amount of fun it offers in general.”
“The gameplay customization adds significant replay value.”
“The lack of meaningful choices in gameplay really diminishes the replay value.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, making it hard to justify multiple runs.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that this game delivers a unique emotional experience that stands out compared to others, evoking deep feelings and connections.
“Emotionally, this game gives me what no other has.”
“The story and characters resonated with me on a deep level, making me feel a range of emotions.”
“I found myself genuinely moved by the narrative and the choices I had to make.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding experience in this game to be enjoyable and engaging, marking it as one of the most fun they've encountered recently.
