Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition

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  1. Claytality
    Jul 9, 2019
    9
    Very unique brawler/metroidvania. Great combat, music, platforming, interesting bosses, and extra challenges make it a great game. The cartoon graphics and brawl combat make it stand out from others of the genre. Difficult but rewarding challenges.

    Able to remap keys so I could use keyboard. Main game took 9 hours. With extra challenges and achievement hunting, it took 21 hours.    Very unique brawler/metroidvania. Great combat, music, platforming, interesting bosses, and extra challenges make it a great game. The cartoon graphics and brawl combat make it stand out from others of the genre. Difficult but rewarding challenges.

    Able to remap keys so I could use keyboard.

    Main game took 9 hours. With extra challenges and achievement hunting, it took 21 hours.

    Got it free, but it is definitely worth $5 to $10. Highly recommended.    … Expand
  2. ArcanaThe4th
    Sep 14, 2019
    8
    Guacamelee is a pretty fun metroidvania. I loved its setting, its use of Mexican aesthetics, and the fun platforming and boss battles. Truth be told, the game doesn't have that much depth, but it does what it does with excellence.
  3. Paraselene
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    First off, if you're interested in metroidvania/platformer games with upgrade-gated exploration with backtracking and a satisfying combat system (especially if you're looking to experience it with friends as it has up to 4 players local co-op) - you owe it to yourself to play this game as it counts towards the top games of the genre, in my opinion.

    In this game, you start out as an    First off, if you're interested in metroidvania/platformer games with upgrade-gated exploration with backtracking and a satisfying combat system (especially if you're looking to experience it with friends as it has up to 4 players local co-op) - you owe it to yourself to play this game as it counts towards the top games of the genre, in my opinion.

    In this game, you start out as an agave farmer with barebones fighting capabilities whose world gets turned upside down and is set to become the greatest Luchador to make things right again - save the world from evil. Pretty cookie cutter premise but the way it is getting delivered, mixed with the art style, visuals and humour of the characters, makes it a truly memorable and funny experience.

    The tutorial and general explanation of the abilities you have and will obtain during the game is superb as they build up on the principles of using the abilities in a really smart way. Here it's important to point out that in this game, the new upgrades/abilities you get double as a new way to explore the world and open up places you couldn't reach before AND can be used in the combo brawler fighting system as a means to deal hefty damage and make crazy combo chains happen.
    First, you're faced with a simple challenge and a tooltip with instructions that makes you use your ability in a very basic way, but the game builds upon those challenges with ever-so-slightly harder tasks that never feel out of place or break the curve of the learning experience. Hands down one of the best ways to introduce people into the mechanics of your game. They also come together beautifully in the mid- and late-game for some truly remarkable platforming/combo challenges.

    The fighting system in this game adds to it nicely as the new abilities open up new ways to beat enemies up (quite literally). The combo brawler fighting system is a breath of fresh air for the genre and honestly one of the strongest selling points for this game as coupled with the ability to roll and jump makes for some really satisfying gameplay as you watch those combo streak numbers rise up (there's achievements for these, too, so you can feel extra rewarded for making them happen!).
    Death is not a harsh punishment in this game and is a wise decision in this game as it can be very fast-paced and merely puts you back to a point in the room you've just died, making for quick re-attempts at even the most tricky platforming challenges. If you intend to close the game and continue later, you're gonna be at the last check/savepoint.

    The world and level design is great and comes together really nicely as each area has a distinct art style and theme to it. As in all metroidvanias, it's basically one huge map you're bound to explore in bite-sized segments and each area feels fresh and never overstays its welcome. There's no out of place spikes in difficulty, which I mentioned in the way you explore upgrades earlier already, and all the challenges feel adequate for the amount of practice and challenges you've had to do before you face a certain obstacle. New options to traverse said world also make re-exploring the areas for collectibles and secrets very pleasant. There's plenty of check/savepoints which double up as places to get upgrades and costumes at - another genius decision. Costumes can be obtained through obtaining a certain in-game currency to style up your character and all come with their own bonuses and drawbacks. (You also don't have to be afraid to finish the story/game before haven't unlocked everything as the game gives you the option to revisit your save file to collect whatever you could've missed.)

    The soundtrack felt pleasant and pumped you up for upcoming big encounters. It really fits this mix of Mexican/Luchador feeling this game is trying to convey to its players and helps you immerse in the world of this game greatly. It makes you want to keep going and keeps you entertained in this magnificent world Drinkbox Studios have crafted here. Heck, I find myself humming or having the soundtrack stuck in my head when I'm not playing the game, so that should say something about how catchy it really is!

    The only small complaint I have about the game is a certain type of enemy that isn't really used more than a handful of times that have (clearly telegraphed and the game informs you about that) attacks that you can't avoid through dodge rolls which seems to go against the grain of the combat system they have in place. They're a tad bit annoying but nothing that's going to halt your game progress as they really only appear a handful of times during the game so I don't feel that this should have any weight.

    All in all, I hope this review could help you make a decision about whether you wanna pick up this game or not and if you do, which I sincerely hope, I wish you a lot of fun!    … Expand
  4. TSB
    Oct 4, 2014
    10
    One of the best side scroll games I'v ever played
    Lovely challenging combat - great art style - upgrades all over the walk through and some good secrets and hard places to beat.
    The game deserves 9.5 if they added more bosses and make it longer it will be a perfect game .
    We needs more games like Guacamelee!
  5. Nepoxx
    Sep 23, 2014
    9
    This game is very entertaining. Especially if you play it coop. I enjoy playing it with my girlfriend and it was worth every penny spent on it. The level design is excellent, the jokes and references are funny and fun to discover, the mechanics, while nothing really new, are interesting. They added enemy with shields that require special combos so that you don't end up always spamming theThis game is very entertaining. Especially if you play it coop. I enjoy playing it with my girlfriend and it was worth every penny spent on it. The level design is excellent, the jokes and references are funny and fun to discover, the mechanics, while nothing really new, are interesting. They added enemy with shields that require special combos so that you don't end up always spamming the same attacks, and that's excellent. The only negative is that the game seems pretty short.… Expand
  6. SuperkenGaming
    Aug 8, 2018
    8
    GUACAMELEE! SUPER TURBO CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
    The definitive guacamelee
    Guacamelee is a metroidvania meats brawler game where you play as a luchador that sets out to save the daughter of el president And the super turbo championship edition makes this must play classic even better, expanding its world, adding bosses, abilities story and adding in about 2 extra hours of gameplay So if    GUACAMELEE! SUPER TURBO CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
    The definitive guacamelee
    Guacamelee is a metroidvania meats brawler game where you play as a luchador that sets out to save the daughter of el president
    And the super turbo championship edition makes this must play classic even better, expanding its world, adding bosses, abilities story and adding in about 2 extra hours of gameplay
    So if you haven’t played guacamelee before, this is the version to get…
    This metroidvania took me around 6 and a half hours to complete and can be played with up to 4 player cooperatively…
    After hearing so many great things I as excited to go back and play this game before guacamelee 2 came out, and boy am I happy I did…
    admittedly guacamelee took so time to grow on me.. I didn’t instantly fall in love… at first I was a little confused why everyone loves it so much… sure the art style is nice and the game is full of humor.. But the gameplay, the platforming... it all felt super simple and button mashy… but as the game goes on it just gets better and better…
    no 2 hours of this game feels the same… the game slowly spoon feeds you new abilities that are mostly for traversing, allowing you to go back to past areas if you’d like for its collectables to help upgrade your health or endurance, but these also double as combat moves for the challenging and constantly engaging combat moments…
    the game increasingly gets challenging with both its platforming as well as with its enemies it introduces.. So you never feel like you’re just going through the motions... every minute of this game is engaging and keeps you hooked… there are costumes you can unlock to challenge you more or balance the character more towards your play style.. This is such a complete package from start to finish, a world that entices you to explore for its secrets, so many moments I would laugh out loud at the dialog, decently challenging bosses...
    I actually felt like bosses were more of the time to relax and breathe before you’re thrown back out into platforming through this world… guacamelee is wonderfully placed and is a must play game for platforming fans or metroidvania fans alike
    I give GUACAMELEE! SUPER TURBO CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
    an 8.5/10    … Expand
  7. pwp20
    Aug 2, 2015
    8
    Overall impression: Very original and satisfying Metroidvania style side scroller beat 'em up

    Being a fan of the Metroid series, I appreciated the effort to keep in the same vein without completely ripping them off. I liked to the tongue and cheek references too. Great atmosphere. Mexican theme, colourful graphics, fun music, humorous dialogue. Very unique in the best of senses.    Overall impression: Very original and satisfying Metroidvania style side scroller beat 'em up

    Being a fan of the Metroid series, I appreciated the effort to keep in the same vein without completely ripping them off. I liked to the tongue and cheek references too.

    Great atmosphere. Mexican theme, colourful graphics, fun music, humorous dialogue. Very unique in the best of senses. Story is basic but solid: Doesn't take itself too seriously.

    Game play is also very original. You'll enjoy discovering all the abilities and rediscovering new ways to wonder through the map.

    It's overall just a fun game. Not too long, but with all collectibles and challenges you'll get a solid 10 to 15 hours out of it.    … Expand
  8. CyberDany96
    May 27, 2019
    9
    Metroidvania cargado de humor y con la típica progresión del género que incita a seguir jugando, buscar secretos y no soltar el mando. Lo recomiendo sin duda alguna.
  9. bskierys
    Mar 13, 2020
    8
    Really, really good metroidvania. We had fun with my wife playing in couch coop. The controls are smooth and you are receiving new powers every few hours to keeps things interesting. The powers also are improving your movement skill set in satisfying and intuitive way. Most of the game is not that hard but there are few places that will really test your skills - especially if you want toReally, really good metroidvania. We had fun with my wife playing in couch coop. The controls are smooth and you are receiving new powers every few hours to keeps things interesting. The powers also are improving your movement skill set in satisfying and intuitive way. Most of the game is not that hard but there are few places that will really test your skills - especially if you want to max out the game.
    The game has comedic atmosphere and we laughed a lot during play-through. The music is catchy and graphics are pleasant to the eye.
    Be aware that the platforming might get challenging but rather satisfying to complete than frustrating.
    If you like 2D platform games - this is a title for you.    … Expand
  10. TheAdminJJ
    Aug 21, 2019
    8
    Full of action and incredible art, intuitive gameplay and delicious OST. A great experience in all of senses.
  11. Simoss13
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    I am not overly into metroidvanias but found this one to be well made. The game also has platforming elements akin to Mario 2d games.
    I enjoyed the art style as well as the music as it captivates a Mexican theme. Most importantly, the level design is fantastic, which is crucial for such a game. The controls are tight and majority of deaths felt is was at fault of my own. Great enemy    I am not overly into metroidvanias but found this one to be well made. The game also has platforming elements akin to Mario 2d games.
    I enjoyed the art style as well as the music as it captivates a Mexican theme. Most importantly, the level design is fantastic, which is crucial for such a game. The controls are tight and majority of deaths felt is was at fault of my own. Great enemy variety which escalates in difficulty as the game progresses. There are moments at the end game with so many enemies you will get stunned locked which is unfair.
    I did find some platforming rooms to be tedious but there is a sense of accomplishment in figuring it out and beating the room.
    The final two bosses were difficult as they move quickly and have an attack range far greater then yours. Although I can admire the mechanics implemented to test the player on their skill sets.
    Overall it took e 8.5hours for the game with some extra side quests done and recommended for people whom are up for the challenge.    … Expand
  12. Haeder
    Jul 14, 2020
    8
    Really great game with really fun gameplay and a slight Metroidvania feel
    Downsides: Some places were supposed to be hard in the game feel cheap.
  13. churros
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    Pros:
    + fluid gameplay
    + platforming sections
    + fun combat
    + great controls

    Cons:
    - repetitive music
    - boring backgrounds
  14. Topoide
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    Un juego muy entretenido para jugar un par de horas, gameplay adictivo, personajes divertidos y visualmente agradable
  15. Jattaman
    Sep 22, 2022
    8
    Bel metroidiano.
    Stile grafico messicano molto colorato e simpatico, giocabilissimo, con personaggi simpatici e buon livello di sfida.
  16. Zeneko90
    Jun 2, 2022
    8
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  17. Kervin619
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition is really the most challenging, exciting, adrenaline-rushed, and difficult but very skilled to play this game. This Metroidvania Wrestling Game is one I have never seen before in my life. The graphics were beautiful, and the music was satisfying even when you change the dimensions in the game Also this very difficult to get a happy ending, IGuacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition is really the most challenging, exciting, adrenaline-rushed, and difficult but very skilled to play this game. This Metroidvania Wrestling Game is one I have never seen before in my life. The graphics were beautiful, and the music was satisfying even when you change the dimensions in the game Also this very difficult to get a happy ending, I stopped playing before because of no interest but 1 year later me to get the happy ending, And I finally learned my lesson. Don't rush to complete the game. Because if I rushed the game there would be a consequence for getting the bad ending.… Expand
  18. ZombieDush
    Jun 17, 2023
    9
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. DarkStation
    Dec 11, 2014
    40
    Overly referential with gameplay that doesn't go anywhere.
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  2. Riot Pixels
    Sep 26, 2014
    82
    If you’ve never heard of words like “metroidvania” and “beat-‘em-up”, Guacamelee! is an excellent entry point for you.
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  3. COGconnected
    Sep 3, 2014
    90
    Drinkbox studios took an already great game, and made it that much better.
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