Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan
- May 24, 2016
- PlatinumGames
Mutants in Manhattan does just enough fan service to make TMNT fans almost forget how mediocre this game is.
Battle alongside your brothers through the sewers, subways, and streets of NYC to take down Shredder and Krang's evil organization, Foot by Foot. Unleash custom combat skills and powerful team combos to save Manhattan from the overwhelming dark forces growing in the shadows.
Reviews
- Captures the spirit and humor of the TMNT franchise with a charming visual style.
- Features challenging boss fights that provide some excitement amidst the repetitive gameplay.
- Offers a fun online co-op experience that can be enjoyable with friends.
- Repetitive combat and level design lead to a dull gameplay experience.
- The game is short, leaving players feeling like they saw everything it had to offer too quickly.
- Lacks local co-op and distinct fighting styles for each turtle, making the gameplay feel monotonous.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its dull and repetitive level design, lack of engaging combat mechanics, and a core loop that feels uninspired, leading to a quick sense of exhaustion. While some players appreciate the art style, the overall experience is marred by a lack of variety and depth.
“The art style is nice, and the combat is mechanically okay.”
“Dull level design and core gameplay loop; I saw everything it had to offer within a few hours. Combat mechanics fail to be interesting, and that repetitive theme at the end of each completed section is frustrating.”
“Repetitive level design, button-mashing gameplay, and a lack of supporting cast make for a disappointing experience.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their vibrant and fun art style that closely resembles the original comic and TMNT cartoons, enhancing the overall tone of the game. While the visuals are well-received, some players find the combat mechanics to be merely satisfactory.
“The art style is right out of the comics.”
“The fun, colorful art style, along with challenging boss fights, perfectly matches the tone of the TMNT cartoons.”
“The nice art style enhances the overall experience.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them feel lifeless.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive experience.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is widely criticized for being lifeless, dull, and lacking cohesion, with many reviewers noting its nonsensical elements and minimal engagement. Overall, the narrative fails to enhance the gameplay experience, leaving players disappointed given the game's price point.
“Lifeless and dull, with no cohesion or pacing, resulting in a nonsensical story.”
“While there's a moderately entertaining co-op experience underneath the lazy level design, short game length, bland missions, occasional bugs, and minor kinks in the combat system, the quality and value most certainly aren't in line with what we expect from a $50 game.”
“Some monotonous combat, with not much story involved, and no local co-op.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highlighted by decent animations and good character design, contributing to a visually appealing and engaging experience.
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers express disappointment in the emotional impact of the game, noting that it falls short compared to Platinum's previous successes in delivering engaging experiences. The sentiment reflects a sense of heartbreak over missed potential, especially when compared to past titles in the franchise.
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt a genuine connection to the characters.”
“This game masterfully captures the essence of loss and hope, making every moment feel impactful.”
“I was completely immersed in the narrative, and the emotional twists took me by surprise, leaving a lasting impression.”
Critic Reviews
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan review
this is the longest short game I've ever played
30%Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan (PS4) Review
Mutants in Manhattan does just enough fan service to make TMNT fans almost forget how mediocre this game is.
55%Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan Review
Short, bland, and repetitive, TMNT: Mutants in Manhattan isn't worth playing for its few good gags.
49%