“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge isn't just a great Turtles game for nostalgic fans. It's a perfect retro-style beat 'em up that's eager to innovate.”

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge" is a hack and slash game with classic brawling mechanics, offering local and online multi-player for up to six players. Each turtle has unique skills and moves, providing diverse gameplay. The game boasts stunning pixel art, intense combat, and a hilarious TMNT experience, but some grinding and bugs may be present.

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Reviews

96%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,134 reviews
music453 positive mentions
stability38 negative mentions
  • music805 mentions

    The music in "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge" has received widespread acclaim for its nostalgic yet fresh sound, featuring a mix of original tracks and remixes that evoke the classic TMNT games and cartoons. Composed by Tee Lopes, the soundtrack includes contributions from notable artists like Ghostface Killah and Raekwon, enhancing the game's vibrant atmosphere and engaging gameplay. While most players praise the energetic and catchy tunes, some express disappointment with a few tracks, particularly during boss fights, suggesting a desire for more classic themes from the franchise.

    • “The soundtrack really hyped me up while I played the game and progressed through the stages; it fits perfectly.”
    • “The music is a standout for me, with a soundtrack that feels like it could’ve come straight from the original TMNT games.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing and a joy to listen to while playing.”
    • “The music is a major letdown; the melodies need to be much more up front, catchy, and drive the action - very important in a beat 'em up.”
    • “The rap music facing Shredder is really awful, and I turned the music off while fighting Shredder.”
    • “I do agree that the intro song should've been the classic as the current one has beats in all the wrong places, seeming somewhat inconsistent.”
  • gameplay672 mentions

    The gameplay of "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge" is widely praised for its smooth mechanics, nostalgic charm, and engaging combat system that combines classic beat 'em up elements with modern enhancements. Players appreciate the variety of characters, unique moves, and cooperative multiplayer options, which contribute to a fun and chaotic experience, especially in local and online play. While some critiques mention a lack of depth and repetitive mechanics, the overall consensus is that the game successfully captures the essence of the original TMNT arcade games while providing a fresh and enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “The gameplay perfectly captures the classic TMNT vibe with its pixel art style and retro-inspired gameplay, while still feeling fresh and engaging.”
    • “The combat is smooth and satisfying, with each turtle having unique moves and combos that make the gameplay dynamic and fun.”
    • “This game is proof that the beat-em-up genre never went out of style and can be enjoyed even if you weren't around in the genre's heyday; it relies on fun gameplay, catchy soundtrack, humor, characters, fresh-looking graphics, and more.”
    • “Way too short for the price and most mechanics in fights are frustrating.”
    • “What should have been a nostalgia-fueled return to childhood is tarnished by frustrating mechanics, dodging and hitbox inconsistencies, horrible implementation of three dimensions in 2D, impossibly stupid and unfun challenges, and the unnecessary remixing of previously established quality tracks.”
    • “The biggest criticism of the gameplay is that it gets repetitive fast without a teammate, there are no unlockable elements beyond Casey Jones, the collectible items really don't mean that much.”
  • story580 mentions

    The game's story mode is generally considered short, with most players completing it in about 2 to 4 hours, which some reviewers feel is insufficient for the price. While the narrative is simple and reminiscent of classic TMNT cartoons, it offers replayability through character leveling and side quests. Players appreciate the nostalgic elements and the ability to play as various characters, but many express a desire for more substantial story content and depth.

    • “The story mode offers a few modern twists to the genre like leveling characters, challenges, and fetch-quest side missions.”
    • “The story hits all the right beats of a TMNT story with many cameos from comics and TV shows in the form of collectibles.”
    • “The game expands on all the concepts from the arcade titles and also adds a few things to keep you interested: a very simple level-up system and some side missions and unlockables that aren't very complex but are engaging enough to keep you continuing to play and eventually master the game's most difficult challenges.”
    • “The story mode is a bit short, taking only about 2 hours to complete, which may not justify the full price for some players.”
    • “The story is given in a poor way and could have been executed much better, leaving players wanting more depth.”
    • “Completing the story mode doesn't take long, and the lack of substantial content beyond that makes it feel lacking.”
  • graphics482 mentions

    The graphics of "TMNT: Shredder's Revenge" have received widespread praise for their vibrant pixel art style, which effectively captures the nostalgic essence of the classic TMNT franchise while incorporating modern touches. Many players appreciate the charming retro aesthetic and smooth animations, although some express a desire for higher fidelity options or more polished visuals. Overall, the game's graphics are celebrated as a delightful homage to the original arcade games, enhancing the fun and engaging gameplay experience.

    • “The game perfectly captures the classic TMNT vibe with its pixel art style and retro-inspired gameplay, while still feeling fresh and engaging.”
    • “Visually, Shredder's Revenge nails the retro aesthetic, boasting vibrant pixel art that evokes nostalgic memories of our favorite TMNT adventures.”
    • “The pixel art graphics are beautiful and have amazing bosses.”
    • “The graphics are so retro, they make your grandma’s VHS tapes look like 4K.”
    • “Graphics fidelity is a bit yucky at times with the purposefully pixelated artwork.”
    • “The game needs a little more work and maybe a patch to let players change graphic settings (there's no graphic settings you can change at all).”
  • replayability219 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability through various modes, including story and arcade, alongside unlockable characters and challenges that encourage multiple playthroughs. While some players find the game short, the diverse character abilities and difficulty settings enhance the replay value, especially in multiplayer settings. However, a few reviews note that the lack of depth in certain modes and limited content could diminish replayability for some players.

    • “There is a story and arcade mode, and with the unlockable characters and side quests, there is a ton of very easy and fun replayability to this game.”
    • “The level up system and new playable characters were welcomed additions for replayability.”
    • “The story mode is relatively short, but highly replayable with its optional challenges and considerable roster of playable characters (7 in total).”
    • “Survival mode was a huge letdown, replayability level is very low, same as character variety.”
    • “The biggest downside to the game is not a lot of replay value, unless you want to grind character completion.”
    • “Overall, the game is fun through the initial playthrough, but it can be completed within a couple of hours and then has almost no replay value.”
  • humor80 mentions

    The humor in "TMNT: Shredder's Revenge" is a standout feature, filled with nostalgic references, cheesy one-liners, and hilarious animations that evoke the spirit of the original 80s and 90s series. Players appreciate the game's ability to deliver laugh-out-loud moments through absurd enemy interactions and chaotic multiplayer gameplay, making it a joy to experience with friends. Overall, the game successfully captures the goofy charm of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, ensuring that both fans and newcomers find plenty to chuckle about.

    • “In conclusion, 'TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge' is a hilarious, action-packed romp that’s more fun than a barrel of mutant turtles.”
    • “The cartoonish (and often hilarious) antics really brought this game to life, and the inclusion of long-forgotten characters from the original TMNT were always very welcome surprises.”
    • “You won't be able to help yourself from smiling and laughing at the ridiculousness of it all.”
  • stability46 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting a range of bugs and glitches, particularly in online multiplayer, including freezing, disconnects, and visual issues. While the single-player experience tends to run smoothly, the multiplayer aspect suffers from significant instability, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, players still find the game fun and engaging, hoping for future patches to improve stability.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “Game runs great and is a blast to play!”
    • “Graphics are nice, no slowdowns, no glitches other than the one I mentioned.”
    • “Unless you're lucky enough to just play on the same platform with nearby buddies, the online play in this game is prone to a number of glitches, up to and including softlocking an entire run and forcing you to quit.”
    • “A few updates since then, I'm guessing, and the game's a buggy, sticky mess when I finally get to it.”
    • “Incredibly crash prone and buggy, as many reviewers have pointed out.”
  • grinding37 mentions

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, particularly when it comes to leveling up characters and completing achievements. While some enjoy the grind for character progression and farming super bars, many express frustration with the repetitive nature of certain challenges and boss fights, which can feel overly drawn out and require significant time investment. The lack of quick replay options and the necessity of multiple playthroughs for full completion further contribute to the perception of grinding as a major drawback.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The campaign is great, and getting characters leveled up is great - although it is very tedious.”
    • “That being said, the achievements are arguably the worst part about the game - it can get horrendously grindy getting all characters leveled up to 10, and I cannot stress enough how tough it is to get the achievement for beating arcade mode on the hardest difficulty without some help from other players (without cheesing it, that is).”
    • “Edit: now that I have completed the game, it has to be said that it is an incredibly tedious experience.”
  • emotional25 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players expressing a deep sense of nostalgia and joy reminiscent of their childhood experiences. Many reviews highlight the heartwarming camaraderie and wholesome fun, emphasizing the game's ability to evoke feelings of innocence and happiness, making it a heartfelt tribute to the beloved franchise. Overall, it is celebrated as a labor of love that successfully captures the magic of being a kid again.

    • “There's a joy and wholesomeness to this game you rarely see in today's media landscape.”
    • “This was the best nostalgic trip I had in years, almost made me cry.”
    • “You made me feel like a kid again for a little while and that sort of magic is hard to find.”
  • optimization22 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many players reporting smooth performance on a variety of PC setups, including older rigs. However, some users have experienced stuttering and lag issues, which may be hardware or region-specific. While the graphics are pixel-styled and should not pose significant performance challenges, there are occasional complaints about controller configuration and minor bugs affecting gameplay.

    • “Very well optimized for PC and can run on most rigs out there even if your PC is 10 years old.”
    • “Performance-wise, this game seems pretty easy to run and I encountered zero issues on my Ryzen 5 3600 and RTX 3060 Ti, which clearly is way more than enough PC a game like this needs, but I experienced zero frame drops or anything like that; it’s pretty much all the way.”
    • “The graphics are pixel styled, so you should have zero problems with performance.”
    • “Net on 56k with the game constantly stuttering and freezing every other second.”
    • “I don't know if it lacks optimizations or they made a mistake that they've yet to fix, but I can't have fun with this title in its current state.”
    • “Preface: I am experiencing unpleasant stuttering when flowing around the map and playing the games when the background scrolls.”
  • monetization12 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players labeling it a cash grab due to perceived imbalances in DLC content and gameplay quality. However, others appreciate the absence of microtransactions and the game's overall value, praising it for being a complete experience without predatory practices. Overall, opinions vary, with some feeling it was crafted with care while others criticize it for exploitative elements.

    • “A licensed game for less than twenty-five dollars with no microtransactions, intentional roadblocks, or grinding, or confusing digital currencies.”
    • “Just the right amount of content, no predatory microtransactions.”
    • “A full game without microtransactions in 2022, thank you devs.”
    • “It feels strongly like a cash grab because the art and music is overwhelmingly better than the gameplay, which is just sad.”
    • “Update: steer away from the DLC, that's just a cash grab with 2 characters overpowered for the base game, and a stupid survival mode where you'll see the first 2 stages until the end of time.”
    • “What a cash grab!”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a comedic and wacky tone, reminiscent of classic cartoons, complemented by an engaging 80s/90s-inspired soundtrack. Players appreciate the vibrant audio-visual style that enhances the humor and epicness of the gameplay, making it a fun and enjoyable experience, despite its simplicity. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, contributing to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “Soundtrack is awesome, has 80s/90s vibes in it and really fits in the turtles' atmosphere.”
    • “Brilliant remake with a great atmosphere and some really nice touches.”
    • “The tone and atmosphere is comedic and wacky, leaning into classic cartoon antics.”
    • “The soundtrack is awesome, has 80s/90s vibes in it and really fits the turtles' atmosphere.”
  • character development5 mentions

    The character development in this retro-revival game is highly praised for its nostalgic pixel art style and detailed designs, which effectively capture the essence of the original franchise. Reviewers highlight the depth of character animations, the inclusion of beloved characters and lore references, and the rewarding combat mechanics, all contributing to a rich and engaging experience. Overall, the game successfully blends nostalgia with modern gameplay elements, making it a standout in its genre.

    • “A ton of love clearly went into the animations and character designs.”
    • “One of the few retro-revival games that meets the hype, with great character design, deep-cut character pulls, easter eggs and lore references, and fighting mechanics that are absolutely deeper and more rewarding than known 'classic' beat 'em ups.”
    • “Every pixel is infused with nostalgia, from the character designs to the environments.”
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Play time

4hMedian play time
7hAverage play time
3hMain story
19hCompletionist
2-10hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 14 analyzed playthroughs

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