River City Ransom: Underground

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7.3

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  2. Mixed: 3 out of 30
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  1. wspark
    Jul 15, 2018
    6
    There is a lot to like about the game - modern take on the retro graphics and sound is great, the whacky humor is still there, and in all, I appreciate a "modern-retro" update on this classic.

    However, I wasn't a big fan of the fighting controls. The combo system - even when done right, just doesn't have the satisfying feel of the original stone hands/dragon feet's rapid-"pop-pop-pop"    There is a lot to like about the game - modern take on the retro graphics and sound is great, the whacky humor is still there, and in all, I appreciate a "modern-retro" update on this classic.

    However, I wasn't a big fan of the fighting controls. The combo system - even when done right, just doesn't have the satisfying feel of the original stone hands/dragon feet's rapid-"pop-pop-pop" combo hits. This original system was simple, yet effective, and VERY satisfying to beat down your characters while going through the upgrades on your character stats. The new combo system, even with all the modern, flash, just never replicates this devastating 1-2-3 combo feel of the original. After a while, going through the motion just becomes a grind, and it seems the developers tried a bit too hard to give the fighting system some modern pizzazz, but it falls a bit short in my opinion.

    Also, most crucial max stats can only be raised by grinding rather than finding the right items for munching down, so it's just a matter of continuing to beat down your opponents, and as mentioned above, I didn't enjoy the fighting system as much as the original so this became a negative point.

    Still, I think most will find it worth their time, and it's a better than average game, but I don't think it'll reach cult-classic status of the original RCR.    … Expand

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  1. The Overpowered Noobs
    Mar 23, 2017
    70
    River City Ransom: Underground is fantastic in how it truly captures the feel of retro games, and it’s clear from the experience that Conatus Creative provides the desire and requisite talent. On top of the original beat-em-up feel, additional features round out the title quite nicely, such as RPG leveling aspects and a fighting engine that packs a punch. The art style, sound, and humor capture the look, feel, and nostalgia of the franchise. Though River City may not have enough to warrant many hours on the game, it’s worth a playthrough, and all but guarantees enjoyment to newcomers and fond memories to franchise veterans.
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  2. Vandal
    Mar 4, 2017
    80
    A really good entry for the beat 'em up franchise, and a great choice for both newcomers and old fans.
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  3. Destructoid
    Feb 27, 2017
    85
    River City Ransom: Underground was worth the wait, and hopefully we don't have to wait nearly three decades for the next one. The look, feel, and humor of the original is here with a new in-depth fighting system that feels fresh yet familiar while being deeper than basically every other game in the genre. I can't say for sure that Underground is the best beat 'em up of all time, but it deserves its place at the table with RCR, Golden Axe, Final Fight, and Scott Pilgrim vs. The World.
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