Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate
- November 6, 2024
- Super Evil Megacorp
- 9h median play time
Get on SteamSplinter is captured. The Foot Clan are on the attack. New York City is in chaos! Enter the FIGHT, ADAPT, REPEAT portal loop of Splintered Fate to set things straight. A roguelike action game with 4 player co-op where no two runs are the same with randomized power-ups, room layouts and boss modifiers. Each turtle has unique powers and abilities that can be upgraded once they have been unlocked. F…
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Reviews
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate offers a fun and engaging co-op experience, especially for fans of the TMNT franchise.
- The game features tight, responsive controls and a satisfying combat system that allows for deep customization through various power-ups and build options.
- The voice acting and writing are well done, adding charm and personality to the characters, making the gameplay experience enjoyable.
- The game suffers from some balancing issues, particularly with bullet sponge enemies in later stages, which can disrupt the pacing and lead to frustration.
- There are several bugs and technical issues, including problems with the UI and occasional crashes, which detract from the overall experience.
- The game can feel repetitive over time, with limited enemy variety and a lack of significant content updates, making it less appealing for long-term play.
- gameplay68 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Splintered Fate" is characterized by fast-paced combat and strategic mechanics reminiscent of "Hades," offering satisfying controls and a variety of power-ups for deep customization. While the cooperative mode enhances the experience, some players note issues with bullet sponge enemies and repetitive mechanics that can lead to a grind. Overall, the game provides a fun and polished experience, though it may lack the depth and uniqueness some players desire from the four playable turtles.
“The gameplay feels satisfying with tight, responsive controls, and the wide array of power-ups and build options allow for deep customization.”
“Addictive gameplay, fast combat, fun story.”
“Feels like a perfect merger of the classic turtles arcade gameplay and the roguelite format.”
“Just lackluster gameplay and buggy.”
“Unfortunately, the combat here becomes repetitive quickly, and the upgrades feel uninspired, barely impacting gameplay in any meaningful way.”
“The gameplay mechanics feel simple and cheap - particularly if you compare this to Hades/Hades 2 (which it is being compared to).”
- story49 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story in the game is a mixed bag, appealing primarily to TMNT fans with its engaging voice acting and nostalgic references, but often criticized for being forgettable and repetitive. While some players appreciate the depth and integration of lore, others find the dialogue excessive and the plot lacking in substance, leading to a grind-heavy experience. Overall, the narrative serves its purpose within the gameplay, but many players feel it could benefit from more depth and variety.
“The voice acting is good, the art is high quality, and the story is exactly what you'd want from a TMNT game.”
“Amazing TMNT game, a lot of fun progressing through the story and picking fun builds.”
“Co-opable Hades in the TMNT universe, with a storyline and dialogue that feels pretty spot-on to the old cartoons.”
“On the negative side, the overall story is rather forgettable, but serviceable enough for what the game is.”
“There's way too much dialogue and story, and much of it is repeated a lot.”
“The plot is lame and boring, the voiceover is cheap.”
- graphics46 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the vibrant comic book art style and smooth animations, while others criticize the bland textures and occasional graphical glitches. Many players appreciate the character designs and voice acting, but some feel the visuals lack polish compared to similar titles like Hades. Overall, the graphics are considered decent for casual play, though they may not meet the expectations of those seeking high-end visuals.
“On the positive side, the art style, voice acting, and animations for the characters in the game are top notch.”
“The graphics are bright and fit the vibe perfectly, making it a great pick for casual co-op sessions.”
“Graphics, art style, voice acting, are all legit, and this leads to one of the best TMNT games in a very long time!”
“It was decent, but it just seemed poorly put together with bland graphics and no effort.”
“Graphics and textures are extremely basic, clearly meant for very low power GPUs (mobile phones).”
“The graphics are okay but not sharp or unique; the movement feels clunky and the input lag is insane.”
- music20 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the energetic soundtrack and excellent voice acting that captures the TMNT vibe, while others criticize it for being inconsistent, sometimes quiet, or uninspired. While many players appreciate the new compositions and the overall audio quality, there are complaints about the music being occasionally absent or lacking depth, particularly during key moments like boss fights. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a solid but not standout aspect of the game, with some players feeling it could be improved.
“The game nails the TMNT vibe with phenomenal voice acting that brings each turtle to life and a soundtrack that perfectly matches the energy of the action and the franchise's classic feel.”
“You can tell they spent a lot of time on the dialogue and story and the music is rad.”
“Last but not least, the soundtrack goes hard, the voice acting is amazing and the artist who drew the characters did some top tier job.”
“I've been playing the game for 14 hours now and it's been stable for me 80% of the time, but when I start the game, it takes a really long time to load and I sometimes have no music for bosses or it's extremely quiet.”
“The music is meh as well, like basically non-existent.”
“Only thing I find strange is the soundtrack; it sounds way too tinny.”
- stability16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- -12 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and lead to lost progress. While some users have noted that it runs well on specific platforms like the Steam Deck, the overall experience is marred by issues such as freezing upon entering room codes and graphical glitches. Many reviewers recommend caution regarding the purchase price due to these persistent stability problems.
“I bought it specifically for the Steam Deck, and it runs great.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
“I've had no issues with stability; it performs consistently well.”
“My fellow player always has the problem at the beginning that he enters the room code and then gets kicked out, often the whole game then freezes.”
“Don't buy this at full price; the game is a buggy mess and random crashes/glitches happen constantly while playing, which will make you lose most of your progress.”
“There's also really bad glitches that keep certain unlocks unobtainable and locked away forever unless you delete your save and start fresh.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of TMNT: Shredder's Revenge is a double-edged sword; while it offers deep replayability and the satisfaction of unlocking upgrades, many players find the repetitive nature of farming for resources and completing missions tedious, especially for completionists. Some enjoy the grind as part of the game's addictive loop, particularly when playing with friends, but others may be deterred by the necessity to repeatedly tackle the same content to progress. Overall, the experience varies significantly based on individual tolerance for grind-heavy gameplay.
“It really is just a balancing act of farming for coins and farming for distance so you can win rare materials to unlock higher tier bonuses... you'll end up replaying the same boring missions over and over ad nauseam in order to finally progress... by the 50th run of the first couple areas I've kind of had it...”
“It's unfortunate the maximum potential of your power all has to be unlocked by grinding and boring yourself to death with turtles you may not even want to play with.”
“On the negatives, it's kinda (or a lot) grindy to max out certain stuff if you are a completionist.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, particularly through its engaging multiplayer modes and varied combat experiences that evolve with each playthrough. The dynamic nature of enemy encounters and the promise of future DLC content further enhance the game's longevity, although some users express concerns about the initial content-to-price ratio. Overall, dedicated fans find ample reasons to keep returning, especially as they unlock new challenges and characters.
“Being able to team up with a friend (or multiple friends) for some couch co-op or online multiplayer action adds a lot of fun and replay value.”
“Each run is packed with exciting combat, unique abilities, and plenty of replayability as you take on enemies with your friends.”
“Challenging with tons of replay value and witty dialogue.”
“Hopefully future DLC brings in more modes that give the game more replayability.”
“Others I've seen drop the game within 2 hours or so, which is not enough time to give it. You have to beat Shredder I think 7 times or more; each time you do, the game changes up spawns. You'll encounter mystic and shadow versions of bosses, changing up their attacks and patterns. There is also a roadmap for future DLC with new playable characters, levels, enemies, bosses, story, and more.”
“The main concern seems to be the price versus the amount of content, but I think it's still fair considering the quality of the game, the replayability, and the fact that the license must be expensive.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players have noted significant optimization issues, particularly on PC, where the game feels unrefined and lacks necessary adjustments for better performance. Additionally, the scaling of enemy difficulty often outpaces player capabilities, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. Overall, the game's optimization appears to hinder enjoyment and competitive balance.
“In-game data, such as information regarding your in-game performance and interactions with other players (e.g., win/loss ratio, characters played, statistics).”
“This sounds fun, but in practice, most teammates you get are going to make it harder because their performance won't result in a net positive when compared to the inflated scaling the enemies receive.”
“Regardless of feeling very 'mobile', the game is unoptimized for PC.”
“I don't know what it is; my assumption is that it's related to a complete lack of optimizations.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for feeling like a mobile title that was stripped of its microtransactions, yet still exhibits signs of being a cash grab. While the gameplay is enjoyable, players express concerns about the extensive data collection practices and the potential for monetization strategies to impact the overall experience.
“It feels like a mobile game that was ported to PC and had microtransactions removed.”
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game offers plenty of content without requiring additional purchases.”
“This game is fun, but an insane cash grab.”
“It 100% feels like a mobile game that was ported to PC and had microtransactions removed.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing dialogue among characters, particularly for fans of the franchise, and the comedic elements that arise from the unique combat mechanics and roguelike features. While some players find the combat lacking, they still appreciate the humor that emerges from these shortcomings. Overall, the blend of quirky interactions and situational comedy contributes to an entertaining experience.
“Personally, I think it's awesome, especially if you're a TMNT fan. There's some very interesting and funny dialogue between the whole cast.”
“The portals and roguelike elements fuse their way into the story, which is quite funny at times.”
“The negative reviews mentioning how bad the combat is are hilarious.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described in a highly negative and crude manner, suggesting that it evokes feelings of discomfort and confusion rather than any positive emotional engagement.
