Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed

61%
Game Brain Score Based on 32 reviews
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  • graphics
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In "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed," mutagenic ooze has created new mutants in New York City. As one of the Turtle brothers, team up with friends to help the citizens, find the new mutants, deliver pizzas, and uncover a thrilling saga. Embark on this journey in single or co-op mode to shift public opinion and ensure justice is served.

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  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a beautiful art style that closely resembles the movie, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The combat system is engaging and offers a variety of moves and character-specific playstyles, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
  • The inclusion of Persona-inspired social mechanics adds depth to the gameplay, allowing players to explore character relationships and unlock upgrades.
  • The camera and controls can be frustrating at times, leading to awkward moments during combat and platforming.
  • The game lacks a traditional save system, requiring players to rely on auto-saves, which can be inconvenient.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with enemy AI and long loading times, which detract from the overall experience.
  • story24 mentions

    The game's story is generally considered simplistic and lacks depth, with a basic plot that builds off the movie but fails to engage players fully. While there are side quests and character interactions that add some content, many reviewers found the narrative to be repetitive and underwhelming, often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop for the action rather than a compelling element of the experience.

    • “The story and characters are solid and build off the movie plot really well, showcasing how the mutants try to live in New York, which is not addressed in 'Tales of TMNT' if you have seen the show.”
    • “Game gets better after a few hours as you get into the story and options open up.”
    • “If you don't want to engage with the more verbose aspects of the game, you can easily just do the minimum to upgrade your preferred turtle and run just the main story.”
    • “The content of the story also doesn't affect the films; everything is at the level of experiences of secondary characters like Bebop and Rocksteady, who are disappointed in people, became bad, but we convinced them and 'changed their shoes'. Well, and some villain scientist spreads a virus at the end. I won't remind you about cheap animations; everything is clear here.”
    • “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'.”
  • gameplay16 mentions

    The gameplay of "tmntu" is characterized by smooth and engaging combat mechanics, offering a variety of techniques and character-specific abilities that enhance replayability. While the game features standard dodging mechanics and boss encounters that vary in difficulty, it also incorporates social bonding elements and skill progression, reminiscent of the "Persona" series. Overall, players appreciate the depth and polish of the gameplay, which successfully blends classic beat 'em up elements with modern character action influences.

    • “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, featuring unique mechanics for each turtle that ensure they are approached differently, enhancing replayability.”
    • “This game offers impeccable hack and slash gameplay that will delight fans of the genre. The longer you play, the more new features, side activities, and mechanics get introduced, deepening the skill trees and move lists.”
    • “I genuinely enjoyed my time with the game, and as mentioned above, I am planning multiple more runs. The gameplay is engaging and keeps you coming back for more.”
    • “The gameplay is nothing special.”
    • “Even with the bosses, things are uneven; the first one is very difficult, and the last one is click-killing in a minute. In terms of mechanics, it's standard dodges from circular damage and a lot of HP, nothing special.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and bold cel-shaded art style, which closely mirrors the aesthetics of the latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie. While many players appreciate the fun and unique visuals, some express mixed feelings about the animations, particularly in cut scenes. Overall, the art style is considered a strong point, especially for fans of the franchise.

    • “The art style is beautiful and is identical to the movie, and the playstyle similar to Persona 5 Strikers is fun.”
    • “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.”
    • “I genuinely didn't expect to laugh with this game but the art style, the music, the vibes... so on point!”
    • “For 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles', it is curious how quickly they began to develop the universe of the new film, and naturally, the main pillar is the cel-shaded visuals copied from the Spider-Verse cartoon.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its relatable side stories and the wholesome family dynamics among the characters, particularly the humorous interactions that enhance the overall charm. While the game draws inspiration from Persona, offering heartwarming narratives and engaging dialogue, some players feel that the execution lacks depth compared to its influences, leading to mixed feelings about the overall emotional impact.

    • “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. While the social links don't have the same level of nuance, 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.”
    • “The side characters are mentioned in the main plot, and the small side stories they have can be relatable and flesh out the Turtles. It shows the family bond in a very wholesome way, and the chemistry and jokes can be funny, like Splinter's search history being 'cockroach breeding season,' which can be seen as gross, but I personally found it funny.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability is mixed, with some players experiencing frustrating bugs and glitches, such as freezing and long loading times, particularly on PC. However, others report a smooth performance with locked 60fps on the Steam Deck and no issues after extensive gameplay, indicating that the developers have made significant efforts in polishing the game.

    • “Performance-wise, it runs great on both Steam Deck and PC, with locked 60fps on the Deck at max settings.”
    • “The game maintains a solid frame rate throughout, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
    • “I've experienced no crashes or major bugs, which really enhances the overall stability of the game.”
    • “There are some bugs and glitches, like when I would go to an area and the game would freeze for about 5 seconds from time to time. The loading times are also frustrating, taking between 1 to 2 minutes, which got very annoying while playing on PC. Another glitch I encountered is when enemies would phase out of the combat area sometimes, preventing me from progressing. I would die, and the game would continue as if I needed to progress without restarting, so I had to manually restart the section.”
    • “The game suffers from frequent crashes and instability, making it difficult to enjoy the experience. I often find myself having to restart the game entirely after it freezes.”
    • “I experienced multiple instances where the game would randomly crash, losing my progress and forcing me to replay sections. This has made the game frustrating to play.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and upbeat, party-like vibe, complementing the fun 3D art style. Reviewers express a strong appreciation for how well the music enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.

    • “The art style is so fun to see in 3D, and the music is super well done and 100% party material.”
    • “Personally, I love the music and art style.”
    • “I genuinely didn't expect to laugh with this game, but the art style, the music, and the vibes are all so on point!”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is highly optimized, running smoothly on both Steam Deck and PC, achieving a locked 60fps at maximum settings on the Steam Deck. Overall, performance is consistently praised as a strong aspect of the game.

    • “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.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability due to its diverse character mechanics, encouraging players to experiment with different fighting styles to improve their rankings. With a playtime of 12-15 hours and additional content like alternate costumes and a dynamic difficulty system, players are motivated to explore and master all four characters. Upcoming extra modes promise to further enhance the game's longevity and replay value.

    • “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 greatly enhances 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 for those who dig deep. 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 found in stages. There's a shocking amount to see and do, and an extra mode is set to be released soon, which will undoubtedly 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 fights differently and has their own mini-mechanics, ensuring 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.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and unchallenging, with combat that feels overly simplified and designed for a younger audience. Despite some minor progression, the lack of difficulty leads to a frustrating experience, making it hard to justify the time spent grinding.

    • “In short, my main thought about the game is that the combat system is literally constricted here. The target audience for the publisher is children, so they left no chance to reveal the potential. The enemies are too easy, so much so that you will get rank S in 99.9% of cases, without even having time to warm up your fingers. There is, of course, a small progression, especially when mobs that shoot lasers appear, but you are unlikely to endure 5 tedious hours for the sake of a little difficulty at the end.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous. I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over again, with little to no reward. It quickly became a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
    • “I was really disappointed with the grinding mechanics. It feels like the game is designed to stretch out playtime artificially, making you grind for hours just to unlock basic features. It detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by relatable side stories and character interactions that enhance the overall narrative, showcasing a wholesome family bond among the turtles. Notable comedic moments, such as Splinter's amusingly gross search history, contribute to the game's charm and provide a lighthearted touch to the plot.

    • “The humor in this game is spot on! The side characters have relatable stories that add depth, and the chemistry between them is hilarious. For instance, Splinter's search history being 'cockroach breeding season' is both gross and funny at the same time!”
    • “I love how the game incorporates humor into the storyline. The jokes are clever and often catch you off guard, making the experience even more enjoyable.”
    • “The witty banter between characters adds a delightful layer of humor to the game. It's refreshing to see such well-timed jokes that keep the mood light and entertaining.”
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