Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed
- October 18, 2024
- AHEARTFULOFGAMES
- 8h median play time
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Reviews
- The combat is fluid and satisfying, with a variety of moves and combinations that capture the essence of the genre.
- The game features a vibrant and bold visual style that fits well with the aesthetics of the latest TMNT movie.
- The inclusion of social bonding mechanics and deadline-driven quests adds depth and strategy to the gameplay.
- The combat can feel clunky and slow, with some players finding it awkward and limited.
- There are issues with the camera that can obstruct the view during combat, making it frustrating at times.
- Some side stories are not voiced, which can be a barrier for younger players who cannot read.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by engaging hack-and-slash mechanics, featuring a variety of combat styles for each character that enhances replayability. Players can enjoy a mix of action and social mechanics, reminiscent of the Persona series, while also experiencing a polished and bug-free environment. The game encourages players to explore different attack combinations and offers a wealth of side activities, skill trees, and unlockable content, making for a rich and dynamic experience.
“This game offers impeccable hack and slash gameplay that will delight fans of the genre.”
“The longer you play this game, the more new features, side activities, and mechanics get introduced, in addition to the skill trees and move lists getting quite deep and opening up your options tenfold.”
“The game's enemies actually attack at a pretty frantic pace, so for me it's a little odd for your attacks to typically feel more like a commitment. I was so fixated on this early on, and it took a while for me to get comfortable, but please stick with it. The longer you play this game, the more new features, side activities, mechanics, etc. get introduced in addition to the skill trees and move lists getting quite deep and opening up your options tenfold. There are a number of people jumping to review this barely 1 or 2 hours in, and I'm saying it myself I wasn't won over early on, but the game really does start taking off as you play.”
“What really adds depth to this adventure is the inclusion of social bonding mechanics and deadline-driven quests, in true Persona saga style.”
“The combat is probably the most important part of this game for most, and I'm seeing comparisons to Yakuza and the TMNT 03 games. Honestly, this is a character action game; it's got its own flair and feel overall, but it blatantly is inspired by Devil May Cry, right down to enemies getting their own introduction scenes and the slow-mo zoom on the finishing blow dealt in an encounter.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a vibrant and bold art style that resonates well with fans of the TMNT franchise, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience. While many players appreciate the unique visuals and fluid animations, some have noted that the cutscene animations could be improved. Overall, the art style is a highlight, particularly for those who enjoy the latest movie's aesthetic.
“I love the art style.”
“As for the graphics, the game dares with a vibrant and bold visual style, which fits the aesthetics of the latest movie of the turtles wonderfully and I personally love it.”
“Personally, I love the music and art style.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered underwhelming, with many players feeling it lacks depth and is overly simplistic, often reducing to a basic plot that unfolds through repetitive missions. While some reviewers note that the narrative improves after a few hours as more options become available, the overall sentiment is that the story is not a strong point, overshadowed by mindless combat and frequent loading screens.
“Game gets better after a few hours as you get into the story and options open up.”
“There is a bit more to do in it than just hopping from mission to mission kicking butts.”
“The developer has never made an online game and if it came down to investing resources into the game's various features and mechanics or cutting back on them to implement an online function that isn't all that suitable for this game, as it's really story/narrative driven.”
“There wasn't really much for story; they kind of just spoon-feed you a basic plot.”
“Constant loading screens, mindless combat, nothing plot line - there is really not much here that I can say besides 'at least they tried'.”
“The storyline is meh.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly optimized, running smoothly with locked 60fps on both Steam Deck and PC, even at maximum settings, making performance a standout feature.
“Performance-wise, it runs great on both Steam Deck and PC, with locked 60fps on the Deck at max settings.”
“Performance is another strong point to highlight.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly at a locked 60fps on both Steam Deck and PC, even at maximum settings. Players report no bugs or glitches after extended gameplay, indicating a high level of polish from the developers.
“Performance-wise, it runs great on both Steam Deck and PC, with locked 60 FPS on the Deck at max settings.”
“The game maintains a smooth experience throughout, with no noticeable frame drops or crashes.”
“I've played for hours without any stability issues; it feels incredibly polished.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express mixed emotions regarding the game's emotional depth; while the trailer sets high expectations, the gameplay feels underwhelming in comparison. However, the persona-inspired elements, particularly the social links and heartwarming stories, resonate well, showcasing a genuine affection for the source material and providing enjoyable moments.
“The persona-inspired elements of the game are greater than expected and a big part of the game's charm. The time management, presentation, and social links are pretty much pulled straight from those games. The stories told within them are simple, heartwarming, and have great dialogue bits. There's one with Michelangelo that pays homage to the classic NES Turtles game in a really fun way. You can tell the people behind this were not just fans of Mutant Mayhem but the Turtles in general.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its diverse character mechanics, encouraging players to experiment with different combat styles to maximize their ranking. With a playtime of 12-15 hours and the potential for additional content, including an upcoming mode and unlockable costumes, players are incentivized to revisit the game. The dynamic difficulty and unique character experiences further enhance its replay value, setting it apart from previous titles in the franchise.
“The combat is probably the most important part of this game for most, and I'm seeing comparisons to Yakuza and the TMNT 03 games. This is a character action game with its own flair, inspired by Devil May Cry. The ranking will stagnate if you continue to use the same attacks over and over again; you're encouraged to mix it up. Each of the turtles not only fights differently but also has their own mini-mechanics, ensuring they are approached differently. This design choice will do wonders for replayability.”
“I think this game more than justifies its asking price. It is roughly 12-15 hours in length without completion, with 4 characters to master if you're the type to dig deep into these games. There's a cool dynamic difficulty mechanic that introduces itself a few hours in, and fun bonuses like unlocking alternate costumes for each character. You can also decorate the lair with graffiti you find in stages. There's a shocking amount to see and do, and an extra mode will be released soon that will bolster its replay value even further.”
“The combat is probably the most important part of this game for most, and I'm seeing comparisons to Yakuza and the TMNT 03 games. Honestly, this is a character action game with its own flair, but it is blatantly inspired by Devil May Cry. The ranking will stagnate if you continue to use the same attacks over and over again; you're encouraged to mix it up. Each of the turtles not only fights differently but also has their own mini-mechanics, ensuring that they are approached differently. My biggest qualm with previous TMNT games was how identical each character felt to control, but this game doesn't have that design choice, which will do wonders for replayability.”
“I think this game more than justifies its asking price. It is roughly 12-15 hours in length without completion, with 4 characters to master if you're the type to dig deep into these games. There's a cool dynamic difficulty mechanic that introduces itself a few hours in, and fun bonuses like unlocking alternate costumes for each character. You can also decorate the lair with graffiti you find in stages. There's a shocking amount to see and do, and an extra mode is set to be released soon, which will no doubt bolster its replay value even further.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and complements the art style effectively, enhancing the overall experience.
“Personally, I love the music and art style.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
“The music is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the humor in the game, particularly highlighting the effective voice-over work that enhances the comedic elements. The humor is well-integrated with the game's fluid combat and appealing art style, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“I love the voiceover and humor; the combat and movement are fluid and feel great, and I really appreciate the art style.”
