Stranger Things 3 The Game

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Stranger Things 3: The Game is the official companion to the show's third season, allowing players to experience familiar events and unlock new quests and secrets. This 2-player co-op adventure features 12 playable characters and retro-style graphics, combining nostalgia with modern gameplay as players battle emerging evils in Hawkins and the Upside Down.

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Play Modes

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

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,111 reviews

story14 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game captures the essence of the Stranger Things series, providing an engaging storyline and nostalgic graphics.
Many players find the gameplay fun and challenging, with a variety of missions and character abilities that enhance the experience.
The retro style and pixel art are appreciated by fans, making it a delightful throwback to classic gaming.

The requirement of a Netflix account to play the game has frustrated many users, leading to complaints about accessibility.
Numerous bugs and glitches have been reported, including crashes during gameplay and issues with saving progress.
Some players find the controls cumbersome and the difficulty level too high, particularly during boss fights.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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63%
7%
The game's story is well-developed, closely following the plot of the show while incorporating engaging side quests and missions that keep players entertained for days. However, many users report frustrating bugs that hinder progress, making certain missions uncompletable and detracting from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the nostalgic graphics and character interactions are praised, contributing to a fun and immersive gameplay experience.
- “The storyline was amazing, and the graphics are really well made.”
- “This game is amazing! I have watched Stranger Things, and this is perfect for any Stranger Things fan. It is like the show, but you can interact, do side quests, and it has drama.”
- “I love it! The story is so good, and I love the retro theme because it's set in the 80s. One of the best mobile games I've had.”
- “I literally can't do anything to move the story ahead.”
- “Very first side mission 'Revenge of the Geeks' is incompletable.”
- “A bug is preventing me from completing a mission, so the game became unplayable.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the retro pixel art style and its nostalgic appeal, while others criticize the low resolution and bugs that hinder gameplay. Many users find the graphics charming and well-suited to the game's design, enhancing the overall experience, despite some frustrations with visibility on smaller screens. Overall, the consensus leans towards a positive reception of the art style, particularly in relation to the gameplay and storyline.
- “Amazing graphics and puzzles as well!”
- “The story line was amazing, and the graphics are really well made.”
- “Love this game super fun and awesome graphics.”
- “Many people, of course, would find the graphics terrible, but come on, it's a retro game!”
- “The pixelated low-resolution graphics make for a challenging and frustrating gameplay, especially with small screens; you can't see some objects and it soon becomes a random run around different scenes to find items required to complete levels.”
- “I find that this game sucks because of the graphics, but come on guys, it's a retro game. This is really fun, I swear I highly recommend this game.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
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Overall, the gameplay is a mixed experience, with some players praising its engaging mechanics and enjoyable power-ups, while others find it frustratingly difficult, particularly on mobile devices due to small screens and controls. The pixelated graphics and challenging puzzles contribute to a sense of nostalgia for fans of 8-bit styled games, but can also lead to moments of rage-quit. Despite these challenges, many players appreciate the game's connection to the "Stranger Things" universe and its rich gameplay elements.
- “I'm a fan of 8-bit styled games and this one is definitely my favorite. Although I didn't get the chance to play it due to not having a Netflix account, I can already tell by some gameplay walkthroughs and reviews that this game is breathtaking.”
- “This game is amazing! The graphics are okay, but the gameplay is phenomenal. I loved the show so much, and this portrays it perfectly. Keep up the great work! 😁”
- “I have lost hours upon hours of gameplay having to reset my game to chapter 2 again and again because I am not able to finish the Russian dictionary quest.”
- “For this game, I find the genre and mechanics take me out of the Stranger Things world.”
- “Really enjoyed it, better graphics than ST 1984, puzzles tricky at times and tough gameplay, but it took me 7 weeks to finish.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
91%
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to significant stability issues that hinder gameplay, such as freezing and being unable to progress past certain levels. While players appreciate the art style and overall fun factor, the frequent technical problems detract from the experience, with many expressing frustration over being stuck or unable to complete tasks.
- “I'm so happy I didn't reupload ST1; the game I still have is the bonus XP version, which is free and basically bug-free.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any major bugs during my playthrough.”
- “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “I loved the art style and the game was incredibly fun, but it is so filled with bugs and glitches.”
- “Game freezes after chapter 5, hospital brawl.”
- “I was playing hospital brawl after finishing the boss, I paused the game and now I'm stuck in the hospital unable to proceed with the game. Please fix these glitches :(”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reactions, with some users appreciating the absence of ads and in-app purchases, while others criticize Netflix's subscription model as a cash grab. The removal of user bonus ads has led to concerns about game balance and progress, leaving players feeling frustrated. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as a double-edged sword, offering a distraction-free experience but also limiting accessibility for non-subscribers.
- “It's fun, but I can't get past the boss levels, and I like how there are no ads.”
- “No ads!”
- “Removing the in-app purchases has also stalled game progress, because the rewards are unfairly balanced. Netflix demonetized these games and removed 'user bonus' adverts.”
- “No in-app purchases ;) also Netflix: get an account, and pay your monthly subscription!”
- “Another Netflix cash grab, stay away.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting its comedic elements that closely mirror the show's tone. Reviewers find it both fun and engaging, often leading to laughter throughout gameplay. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout experience.
- “I give this game a 10 out of 10! It is absolutely hilarious; I finished this before I could even eat dinner! That's so funny!”
- “Best game I could ever play! It's just like the show—super funny! I would recommend you try it.”
- “Fun, funny, and challenging!”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the challenge and see it as part of the fun, others criticize the lack of manual saves, which can make it tedious to maintain progress after dying.
- “The lack of a manual save makes it tedious to keep a loadout you've created after autosaving upon death.”
- “Some parts are difficult and tedious, which detracts from the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game effectively enhances the atmosphere, with many players noting that it evokes strong emotions and adds to the overall experience, particularly during encounters with villains. There is a strong desire among users for more games that continue this musical quality.
- “The music and villains really gave me goosebumps at some points; I definitely hope there will be more Stranger Things games!”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short while.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The audio mixing is poor, with the music often drowning out important sound effects and dialogue.”