Super Punch Patrol
- September 20, 2022
- Hörberg Productions
Get on SteamWhen crime and violence dominate the streets, Police Chief Anders Punch decides to take desperate measures. Defeat the Evil Crime Syndicate using just your fists!
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fun beat 'em up mechanics with a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of classic titles like Streets of Rage.
- The art style and traditional designs are visually appealing, adding to the overall charm of the game.
- The gameplay offers a genuine challenge with thoughtful enemy types that encourage strategic play.
- The game suffers from multiple bugs and balancing issues, such as inconsistent grab mechanics and hit detection problems.
- There is a lack of combo variety and some weapons feel useless, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- The music is repetitive and lacks variety, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its quality while others criticize it for being repetitive and not fitting well with the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a weak point, lacking variety and failing to enhance the gaming experience.
“The music is good at least.”
“The OST was a little weak, but it's not a great fit for the game.”
“The OST was a little weak; I get it, but it's not a great fit for the game.”
“The music isn't good either.”
“It just plays the same few repetitive songs over and over.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating the impact of attacks and overall execution. However, some users feel that essential gameplay elements typically expected in such games are lacking.
“I think the actual gameplay and the impact of the attacks feel good; I don't think the game plays badly at all.”
“The basic elements you expect from a game like this are not really present in terms of gameplay.”
“The basic things you expect from a game like this are not really there gameplay-wise.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's art style is its standout feature, although it lacks customizable graphic settings; however, it runs smoothly overall.
“The only thing going for this game is the art style.”
“No graphic settings, but it runs smoothly.”
“The only thing going for this game is the art style.”
“There are no graphic settings, but it runs fine.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users feel that while the game doesn't necessarily require a deep story, it would benefit from a brief introduction to provide context and enhance the overall experience.
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
“I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of the narrative; it added so much to the overall experience.”
“The plot twists were unexpected and really elevated the storytelling.”
“Also, why is there no intro? I don't need a story in this game, but it could really use a small introduction, you know.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to care about the characters.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, which made the overall experience quite dull.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers emphasize that replayability should not solely depend on increasing difficulty; instead, they seek meaningful progress or changes that provide a compelling reason to revisit the game.
“You don't want to rely on the player to just increase the difficulty for replay value; provide some type of progress or something that changes and justifies replaying the game.”
“The game offers multiple endings and branching storylines, making each playthrough feel unique and rewarding.”
“With various character builds and strategies to explore, every run feels fresh and encourages experimentation.”
“You don't want to rely on the player to just increase the difficulty for replay value; give some type of progress, something that changes and justifies replaying the game to achieve it.”
“The game lacks meaningful content updates or new challenges, making it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“Once you complete the game, there’s little incentive to return, as the story and gameplay mechanics don’t offer enough variety.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that while the game is generally enjoyable, it lacks emotional depth and compelling reasons to replay, such as unique rewards or alternate endings. This absence diminishes the overall experience, leading some players to move on quickly after their initial playthrough.
