Super Knockoff! VS
- March 23, 2018
- Action Panel
Get on Steam"Super Knockoff! VS" is a fighting game where players can battle it out as their favorite manga icons from 1999 in 2-4 player matches. The stages feature destructible terrain and a variety of weaponry. The fully-voiced characters are inspired by legendary manga series, making for an exciting and nostalgic experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game captures the charm of Team Four Star and offers enjoyable couch multiplayer gameplay.
- Character designs, voice acting, and music are fantastic, adding to the overall fun experience.
- It has great potential for future updates and content, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of local multiplayer.
- There is no single-player mode or online multiplayer, limiting the game's accessibility for solo players.
- Gameplay can be difficult to enjoy without friends, as it relies heavily on local co-op.
- Controls can be confusing, and there are issues with custom layouts not working properly.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is enjoyable and features fun mechanics and characters, but it is best experienced with others. However, players are advised to wait for improvements before purchasing at launch, as the game may not fully deliver on its potential initially.
“The gameplay is fun and enjoyable, especially when you have someone to play with.”
“This game holds a lot of potential with fun mechanics and characters.”
“The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to control my character.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted the gameplay experience, leading to frequent crashes.”
“The mechanics are overly complicated, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for a more developed story mode that allows character interactions and single-player experiences, similar to games like Super Smash Bros. While the game pays homage to various anime characters and maintains their art styles, there is a consensus that the narrative aspect could be significantly enhanced.
“This indeed has great tributes to anime characters and franchises with how they made the characters' backgrounds and how they stuck to their respective art styles, but I feel like they could have done more if, like I said, they added in a story mode.”
“Why not instead have a sort of single-player story like Smash Bros.”
“I suggest that these guys add in more additions such as a story mode so the characters can interact with each other as well as online play and an ability to create their own stages.”
“This indeed has great tributes to anime characters and franchises with how they made the characters' backgrounds and how they stuck to their respective art styles, but I feel like they could have done more if, like I said, added in a story mode.”
“Why not instead have a sort of single-player story like Smash Bros?”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its fantastic quality alongside impressive voice acting and character designs. It contributes to an enjoyable atmosphere, making it a great choice for couch party gaming.
“The voice acting, music, and character designs are fantastic!”
“Great couch party game with fun characters, settings, weapons, and music.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their faithful tribute to anime characters and franchises, effectively capturing their unique art styles and backgrounds. However, some users feel that the visual experience could have been enhanced further with the inclusion of a story mode.
“The graphics pay great tribute to anime characters and franchises, showcasing the backgrounds and maintaining their respective art styles beautifully.”
“The character designs are stunning, capturing the essence of the original anime while bringing them to life in a vibrant way.”
“The attention to detail in the environments is impressive, making every scene feel immersive and visually captivating.”
“The graphics are a mixed bag; while the character designs pay homage to beloved anime franchises, the backgrounds feel lackluster and uninspired.”
“The art style is faithful to its inspirations, but the overall graphical fidelity leaves much to be desired, making the game feel dated.”
“Despite the charming character designs, the environments are bland and fail to capture the vibrant essence of the anime they draw from.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the voice acting, music, and character designs are praised, there is no specific mention of character development, suggesting it may not be a standout feature in the game.
