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Wulverblade

If you're either bemoaning the lack of available beat-em-ups or that the genre has gone too far down the button-mashing hole Wulverblade is here to satisfy your needs while challenging you to evolve your skills.
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78%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
replayability, grinding
78% User Score Based on 101 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 16 reviews

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Wulverblade is a single player and multiplayer casual hack and slash game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by Darkwind Media and was released on January 30, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Wulverblade is a challenging side-scrolling beat 'em up game set in 120 A.D. Britannia, where you help the northern tribes fight off the Roman army. With historical inspiration, the game features an epic storyline across eight levels and various game modes, including local two-player co-op and deadly arena battles. Experience good graphics, a rich narrative, and immersive combat in this ode to classic games like Golden Axe and Sengoku."

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Audience ScoreBased on 101 reviews
gameplay15 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Fun gameplay with satisfying combat mechanics and a variety of moves.
  • Stunning art style and well-crafted animations that enhance the overall experience.
  • Interesting historical context and lore that adds depth to the gameplay.
  • Short playtime, with many players completing the game in under 5 hours.
  • Difficulty spikes can be frustrating, especially in the later levels and boss fights.
  • Controls can feel unresponsive and clunky, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • gameplay
    59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its fun, nostalgic beat 'em up mechanics and solid controls, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, such as character progression and variety in combat. The visuals and atmosphere are often highlighted as strong points, enhancing the overall experience despite the gameplay's formulaic nature. While some enjoy the straightforward mechanics and cooperative play, others find the gameplay frustrating due to issues like clunky controls and a lack of innovation.

    • “Very good old-school beat 'em up with fun gameplay and great aesthetics and atmosphere.”
    • “The gameplay is well-balanced, and most of the moves and strikes are useful and easy to execute.”
    • “The controls are tight, and the overall gameplay has a perfect difficulty curve.”
    • “The gameplay is boring and lacking.”
    • “90% of the time you are just spamming your basic attack, heavy attacks are clunky, and your weapon can break after a few uses. There is no progression system or unlock mechanics, enemies are repetitive, the movement is very bad for a side scroller, and your hero feels super slow between the animation with no fluidity in the combat.”
    • “Despite all that, Wulverblade is a video game, and the gameplay that is supposed to tie everything together falls flat.”
  • graphics
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their amazing art style, which combines a cartoonish aesthetic with detailed animations and a vibrant atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the visually striking elements, including the unique watercolor/pastel look and the effective use of gore, which enhances the overall experience. While some critiques mention that the gameplay may not be groundbreaking, the visuals and artistic presentation are consistently described as beautiful and engaging, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The art style is the first thing that you will notice and everything looks really great visually.”
    • “The highly stylized visuals are really something to see, and the sound is so great it's all like a comic book coming alive while being in control of the action.”
    • “Not your average beat 'em up side-scroller, Wulverblade blends a healthy variety of detailed history, exceptional artwork, and rewarding action.”
    • “I don't recommend this game and I hope this review stops you from buying a game just based on the visuals.”
    • “And even the graphics aren't nice to look at.”
    • “Its art style, while somewhat questionable, is an accomplishment in and of itself.”
  • story
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is generally described as simple and somewhat basic, focusing on a classic plot of fending off Roman invaders, but it is enhanced by engaging characters and historical context. While some players find it forgettable, others appreciate the depth provided by historical references and lore, as well as the well-executed comic-style cutscenes. Overall, the narrative is seen as a solid aspect of the game, contributing to its charm despite some criticisms of its brevity and lack of variation.

    • “The story is inspired by historical events from Roman-era Britain.”
    • “More story than most games of this type with cutscenes before and after each level, dialogue that changes with your character, and notes/lore to find.”
    • “The amount of holistic research that has gone into the game was truly impressive: numerous facts about the era the game is set in covering places, weapons, armors, and tradition of the people involved in the story.”
    • “The story in Wulverblade is very bland and uninspired, but the game used real-life historical locations for inspiration, and that really helps the story to stay interesting, with notes and videos providing some information on the level you played and how it looked like in real life.”
    • “Story-wise, it's a classic - arguably basic - plot, but it's livened up by the main characters and the twist at the end (which is poorly foreshadowed, unfortunately, unless you read the characters' bios).”
    • “As a fair disclosure, we haven’t finished the game yet, and though the environments and the story itself until now haven’t offered much variation (it’s mostly about fighting the Roman invaders), maybe the game will surprise us in the last chapters after all; who knows, but at this moment, sadly I’m kind of annoyed and bored by it.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as decent and fitting, with an epic quality that enhances the overall atmosphere. However, many players find the soundtrack forgettable and clichéd, lacking distinctiveness compared to other titles. While the art style and sound design are praised, some users express disappointment over the lack of access to the original soundtrack.

    • “Good mechanics, nice graphic style and animation, good music.”
    • “Overall, Wulverblade is a competently made game, with great graphics and music and enjoyable, although a bit too simplistic gameplay that is worth it if you are a fan of old school beat 'em ups.”
    • “The music is very much epic, giving the game the right mood.”
    • “I really wanted to like this game, but apart from the soundtrack/history/art part, the core concept of the game is very bland at best.”
    • “The music is fine, not the greatest Viking music I've ever heard, but it's actually good. No way of getting your hands on it though; I paid for this game, so why can't I have access to the OST?”
    • “Forgettable soundtrack.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players find limited replay value, others appreciate the variety offered through different characters and gameplay options, leading to a highly replayable experience. The game's design choices contribute positively to its replayability, with some users enjoying multiple playthroughs.

    • “This is another really simple but smart choice by the devs to add replayability and help Wulverblade stand out from the crowd.”
    • “This is what eventually makes the game highly replayable.”
    • “We didn't see any replay value.”
    • “Not much replayable value.”
    • “Playing through the story mode took me around 5 hours to finish, but there’s a bunch of replay value such as trying other characters.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while the grinding aspect of the game is intentionally designed to evoke a nostalgic, old-school experience, many players find it less appealing compared to modern titles that offer more engaging gameplay and replayability. The repetitive nature of grinding may not resonate well with those seeking enjoyable gaming experiences, especially after a long day.

    • “Sure, having grown up in the 80s myself, I get it. Obviously, it’s supposed to be teeth-grinding old-school (a time when processing power was low and games were rare), but meanwhile we’ve experienced loads of modern titles with an alternate approach that emphasize other entertaining aspects and actually encourage replays. Also considering co-op, as a reality check, who’s got a spouse at home that longs for that kind of self-torture after a hard day of work?”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged. I find myself questioning whether the rewards are worth the time spent.”
    • “I appreciate a challenge, but the amount of grinding required to progress is just frustrating. It feels like the game is more about time investment than skill.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, consuming excessive resources and performing poorly, particularly with keyboard and mouse controls, which some players found rendered it unplayable.

    • “The game is not well optimized for keyboard and mouse, to the point where I personally found it unplayable.”
    • “Sucks up too many resources; it's very unoptimized.”
    • “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
    • “Frequent frame drops and long loading times suggest that the optimization is severely lacking.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of Wulverblade is highly praised for its nostalgic old-school beat 'em up vibe, enhanced by meticulous attention to historical detail and engaging aesthetics. The developers' passion is evident in the immersive atmosphere and the inclusion of documentary-style intermezzos that enrich the overall experience.

    • “Wulverblade is first and foremost a labor of love, and you can see that in the attention the developers paid to the atmosphere, historical detail, and the delightful documentary-style intermezzos.”
    • “Very good old-school beat 'em up with fun gameplay and great aesthetics and atmosphere.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of dark and playful moments, with players finding amusement in the absurdity of their actions, such as tossing objects at enemies while reveling in the chaos that ensues.

    • “Kinda funny moments!”
    • “I deftly scope it up and hurl it at his comrades, laughing gleefully before tearing them to shreds as well.”
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Wulverblade is a casual hack and slash game with fantasy and historical themes.

Wulverblade is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Wulverblade.

Wulverblade was released on January 30, 2018.

Wulverblade was developed by Darkwind Media.

Wulverblade has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Wulverblade is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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