Ultimate Arena
- August 21, 2016
- Triverske
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamUltimate Arena is an action-packed battle royale game that supports up to 100 players in a last-man-standing deathmatch. Choose from a variety of weapons and abilities as you fight to be the ultimate survivor in diverse and dynamic environments. With solo and team modes available, strategize and team up with friends to secure your victory.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Highly customizable with the ability to create unique characters and events, leading to hilarious scenarios.
- Offers a fun and silly way to simulate battles between various characters, including historical and pop culture figures.
- Great for casual play and can be entertaining for short bursts, especially with friends.
- Lacks depth and gameplay mechanics, often feeling more like a waiting simulator than an interactive game.
- Frequent bugs and crashes, particularly when adding custom characters or using the map editor.
- Can become repetitive quickly, with limited variety in events and character interactions.
- humor64 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its absurdity and randomness, with players enjoying the hilarious scenarios that arise from pitting various pop culture and historical figures against each other in a battle royale format. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to generate funny moments, especially when customized with unique characters and events, making it a delightful time-waster. However, some users note that the humor may wear off after a while, and the game's limited content can detract from the overall experience.
“A stupidly funny game that pits everyone you know against one another, Hunger Games style.”
“I could not stop laughing while playing, Chuck Norris taking out Trump and then saying 'I don't need a catchphrase, catchphrases need me'... hahahahahahahaha.”
“The only major glitch I noticed was graphical flashes in the background and a game crash, but the game itself is wonderful and hilarious!”
“It's not funny when I click exit game and the game responds by crashing.”
“You're not funny!”
- graphics24 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic and minimalistic, often compared to basic 2D visuals reminiscent of online simulators. While some players appreciate the cute and customizable art style, many feel that the lack of detail and depth makes it difficult to follow the action. Overall, the graphics are not the game's strong point, but they do not detract significantly from the enjoyable gameplay experience.
“This game is a masterpiece, you can throw Donald Trump, Hitler, and Jesus into an arena to fight to the death. It is a Hunger Games simulator and it nails it. Graphics may not be its strong point, but the gameplay is amazing.”
“Graphics: 8/10 - a nice look for its game.”
“I mean this thing is brilliant and even if it has primitive graphics, nothing bothers me about it!”
“Lacks a bit in terms of graphics due to its text-based nature but otherwise a 100% recommendation.”
“The graphics/art style make it really hard to tell what is going on.”
“You can interact a bit with dropping landmines and the like, but with the lack of any real graphical depth, you don't really care who's winning or find it interesting as dots meander around a screen.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is polarizing; while some players find it fun and addictive, allowing for creative scenarios and battles, others criticize it for lacking depth and meaningful interaction, describing it as minimal and repetitive. Many users note that the game offers limited mechanics and little impact from character stats or terrain, leading to a mixed reception regarding its overall gameplay experience.
“I like how the game is evolving into something that can give players endless hours of gameplay.”
“Gameplay 9/10 - really fun.”
“Very fun and addictive gameplay, spent hours creating my huge roster only to see them slaughter each other in a battle to the death.”
“I'll say this right now: there is actually very little gameplay to be had here.”
“The gameplay is a few charts and an overhead view of small specks running around.”
“All in all, this was a silly concept without a whole lot of depth or actual gameplay.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and freezes, particularly when navigating menus or creating maps. Users report numerous small glitches that detract from the overall experience, indicating that improvements in stability could enhance the game's quality.
“The game freezes and crashes half the time when you try to navigate between menus.”
“Whenever I try to make a map, it either crashes or freezes, and I have to close it.”
“It glitches with full screen a lot.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game lacks any background music, prompting players to provide their own, which detracts from the overall experience. Reviewers note the absence of a soundtrack as a missed opportunity to enhance engagement and atmosphere.
“Next time, game developer, you can add background music to make it more addictive.”
“Barely any frills, not fancy graphics, no bodacious soundtrack.”
“There's no music, so you have to play your own.”
“Barely any frills, not fancy graphics, and no impressive soundtrack.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of customizations is noted to be somewhat lacking, requiring significant time and effort for users to achieve their desired setup. However, overall performance is described as competent, indicating a solid level of efficiency in gameplay.
“The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for seamless performance and a truly immersive experience.”
“I appreciate the level of detail put into optimizing gameplay mechanics; it really enhances the overall enjoyment.”
“The game's optimization ensures that even on lower-end systems, the performance remains smooth and responsive.”
“The customizations aren't amazingly optimized, and it would take a lot of time and memorization to tailor it perfectly the way you like.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is described as engaging and entertaining, with a humorous comparison suggesting it surpasses the narrative quality of popular works like "Twilight." Additionally, there is a playful reference to historical events, indicating a mix of serious and lighthearted themes.
“I got this crazy story for you.”
“Still a better love story than Twilight.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any real emotional response.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is noted for its immersive quality, allowing players to fully engage with the environment, as exemplified by Rachel Maddow's reflective moment within it.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world like nothing I've experienced before.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
“The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, making every moment feel alive and filled with tension.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the game's monetization strategy, particularly criticizing the overt advertisements and promotional campaigns, such as those for PewDiePie, which detract from the overall experience.
“My other issue with the game is the blatant advertisement - or rather: a campaign for PewDiePie - thanks, but no thanks.”
“The monetization system feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
“I find the constant prompts to purchase in-game currency incredibly frustrating and disruptive to the gameplay experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is considered simplistic but enjoyable, offering a solid level of replayability that keeps players engaged.
“It's simplistic yet a fun little game that offers a good amount of replayability.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”
