South Park: The Stick of Truth

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8.6

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  1. LeLionTigre
    Mar 24, 2015
    9
    All you've heard of good about this game is absolutely true. The show comes alive before your very eyes. It is funny, intelligent (in the same way the show is brilliant) and the gameplay is very amusing. RPG turn-based with four classes to play. It is a little short however, but like every episode that strikes you, you'll want to live this game again and again if you're a fan of SouthAll you've heard of good about this game is absolutely true. The show comes alive before your very eyes. It is funny, intelligent (in the same way the show is brilliant) and the gameplay is very amusing. RPG turn-based with four classes to play. It is a little short however, but like every episode that strikes you, you'll want to live this game again and again if you're a fan of South Park.

    Definitely recommended!    … Expand
  2. getrekt420
    Apr 25, 2015
    9
    This game is incredible. Trey Parker and Matt Stone did an excellent job of integrating the shows humor and exploration in this game. Although the main quest lacks content there is still side and exploration content. Great RPG and game.
  3. blacksnorro
    Jun 30, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i liked the game but i could not choose between kyle and cartman and some audio files went missing. aside from that the game features some great rpg elements and it is very fun to be a part of the south park universe… Expand
  4. Campberfield
    Nov 27, 2015
    9
    Humorous, Geeky and to put it all into perspective IT IS SOUTH PARK more than any other attempt at a video game like this. It contains EVERYONE from south park including CHEF!!!
  5. ComandanteCobra
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    An impressive work for a humorous tie-in videogame.
    You'll like it if you like politically incorrect comedy or want a good satire of fantasy rpg.
    You'll love it if you'r a fan of the tv show. It's story is about children (South park gang ) playing high fantasy. The player will see a bizarre fantasy world made up by elementary school kids, living epic adventures in their backyards. It's    An impressive work for a humorous tie-in videogame.
    You'll like it if you like politically incorrect comedy or want a good satire of fantasy rpg.
    You'll love it if you'r a fan of the tv show.
    It's story is about children (South park gang ) playing high fantasy. The player will see a bizarre fantasy world made up by elementary school kids, living epic adventures in their backyards.
    It's very funny and has enjoiable gameplay aspect.
    Like other have already stated this game grab every aspect of the show and put it in a good video game, with the addition of new element and characters perfecly in line with the show spirits and humor
    To be fair thoug: It's gameplay isn't deep like "hardcore rpg" like Temple of elemental Evil or Dragon Age or but it was not it's intentions.
    I will look for other pc videogame from Obsidian Entertainment &South Park Digital Studios    … Expand
  6. champinzee
    Mar 3, 2016
    9
    I may have a bias opinion due to my long time love of South Park. However this game was amazing. Good game play, humour you would expect, great open world aspect. You can tell they put their time into a great game rather than just pumping out a game to earn them money. If you're looking for something to play, buy this game. One of the first games ive enjoyed enough to get the 100%.
  7. GamecubeLover
    Jul 26, 2016
    9
    This game I thought I would say it is okay but it is actually a very fun game and it based on the tv series greatly and this game is a bit flawed but the game in metascore I would give a 90.
  8. frhanhanif
    Nov 23, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, I had a very good time playing this game and finished in only one day. This game is funny and have a great storyline
  9. Lone_Wolf_Sones
    Aug 7, 2016
    9
    Ubisoft titles on PC do not have a good reputation. Because of that I approached this game with trepidation. I am glad to say that it doesn't require that god awful Uplay.

    The game itself is what you would expect of South Park. The game feels as though you are seeing/playing an actual episode of the titular show. Your favorite characters are here including Cartman, Butters, Tweek,    Ubisoft titles on PC do not have a good reputation. Because of that I approached this game with trepidation. I am glad to say that it doesn't require that god awful Uplay.

    The game itself is what you would expect of South Park. The game feels as though you are seeing/playing an actual episode of the titular show. Your favorite characters are here including Cartman, Butters, Tweek, Jimmy, Craig, Kenny and more. You start by creating your very own character who is a bit of a blank slate. In true South Park fashion Cartman starts the mud slinging as soon as you give your character a name. Its from this moment that you nod your head knowingly that this is indeed South Park.

    You are on a quest to protect the stick of truth and keep it from the hands of the elves. Along the way you will meet meth addicts, aliens and more. Its hard to write a review without spoiling some of the great moments in the game that will put a smile on your face.

    Beneath its crass, crude and faithful exterior is a surprising amount of depth in the gameplay itself. You have magic, ranged and melee attacks and find various bits of gear to equip. You have abilities that use PP while others like your fart attacks use mana. The game makes clever use of allowing you to time a counter and block incoming damage. One of my favorite abilities is kicking enemies in the nuts to stun them. Completing sidequests can also net you some powerful summons that you can use as well.

    In the end Stick of Truth is not only one of the more faithful licensed games I have played. But it may just be one of the best licensed games I have played. If you are a fan of South Park you are sure to enjoy this adventure. Preorder the sequel and get this one for free.    … Expand
  10. dzbnkx
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    The Game is amazing. It showed up when South Park was good, and the game sticks to the climate. You can feel as a citizen of South Park.
  11. Coramcrash
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    Gioco dalla comicitá spettacolareeeeee.
    mai giocate 25 ore di gioco in cosi poco tempo.
    unico difetto il postgame povero. la serie é tradotta perfettamente a videogioco.
    voto 90/100.
  12. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    Gran juego de South Park, conserva perfectamente la esencia de la serie, muy disfrutable a la hora de jugarlo.
  13. ManuelContreras
    Apr 7, 2018
    9
    de mis juegos favoritos. ese humor negro que caracteriza a South Park es de lo mejor
  14. shootinstah
    Aug 14, 2017
    9
    Lemme just say this: if you like South Park as much as I do, get this, even though I'm definite you have. It feels like an extended movie episode, and it really captures everything people loved about this series for 20 years now. The humor and art is the same, lots of gross-out, offensive, wacky and insane **** flies around in this game, which really brings to up to a hilarious and greatLemme just say this: if you like South Park as much as I do, get this, even though I'm definite you have. It feels like an extended movie episode, and it really captures everything people loved about this series for 20 years now. The humor and art is the same, lots of gross-out, offensive, wacky and insane **** flies around in this game, which really brings to up to a hilarious and great status. The callbacks in items, enemies, characters, side-quests will be hilarious to fans and non-fans alike. This game appeals so much to both audiences as I'm sure people unfamiliar with the show will have some hilarious reactions. Scenarios you'll find yourself in the game are hilarious, but I'd hate to spoil them. Just think gingers, Mr. Slave, and sex. The game boasts with classic SP charm, as for the gameplay, and this is coming from someone who cares little for turned based RPGs, is standard, but fun. you have physical attacks, fart magic, special attacks for each class and your buddies (which have some amazing references like kicking the baby, Professor Chaos, and the ending to the 1999 movie). Some items will give you abilities and stat boosts as well. I wish the game's battles were a bit more involved, although everything works here and is pretty equal to traditional RPGs like Paper Mario and older Final Fantasy games. Exploring the town of SP and areas like the sewer and finding characters like Mr. Hankey, the ****ty Wok guy, and others, hearing songs from old episodes, again flexes the shows charm. My only real complaint is that the game could be longer, although I'm sure they wanted to save more the follow-up. (so much hype), as well as the terribly explained fart tutorials. They make sense after a while but the demonstrations early on are pretty atrociously said and might be frustrating to pull off. All in all, this game is worth it just for it being "South Park", although the gameplay is just fine. All in all, a hilarious and very fun game.… Expand
  15. wiss2wiss
    Sep 28, 2017
    9
    If you enjoy Southpark, you will indeed enjoy this game becasue it is basically a big intractable episode of Southpark!. Thus, if you do not like Southpark's humour then you may want to stay away from this game. For those who may not know Southpark, but love RPGs, this game may not be the best of its kind, but it will not be dull and you may grow to love it (both the show and the game).If you enjoy Southpark, you will indeed enjoy this game becasue it is basically a big intractable episode of Southpark!. Thus, if you do not like Southpark's humour then you may want to stay away from this game. For those who may not know Southpark, but love RPGs, this game may not be the best of its kind, but it will not be dull and you may grow to love it (both the show and the game). The only complain I have is the length of this game, it is a bit short to be RPG.… Expand
  16. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    9
    good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good sp fun
  17. Trenos
    Nov 30, 2017
    9
    This is the most hilarious game I've ever played. I freaking love it. I'm huge South Park fan and this the game we deserve! This is not only amazing south park game but this is piece of really good RPG. Combat System is very good. I love soundtrack in this game, I FREAKING LOVE IT. What can i say more? If you are South Park fan, than, what are you waiting for dude? Oh you have already goneThis is the most hilarious game I've ever played. I freaking love it. I'm huge South Park fan and this the game we deserve! This is not only amazing south park game but this is piece of really good RPG. Combat System is very good. I love soundtrack in this game, I FREAKING LOVE IT. What can i say more? If you are South Park fan, than, what are you waiting for dude? Oh you have already gone through the game....three times.....than do it again!!!… Expand
  18. md5fungi
    Sep 17, 2018
    9
    The Stick of Truth is an attempt at perfectly recreating the irreverent magic of the television show: it’s a side-scrolling turn-based RPG that looks and sounds identical to an episode of the show.

    In the Stick of Truth, you play the new kid in town, and as such, you get to craft your own South Park character. The game gives you the freedom to create a pretty damn good representation of    The Stick of Truth is an attempt at perfectly recreating the irreverent magic of the television show: it’s a side-scrolling turn-based RPG that looks and sounds identical to an episode of the show.

    In the Stick of Truth, you play the new kid in town, and as such, you get to craft your own South Park character. The game gives you the freedom to create a pretty damn good representation of yourself in the classic cardboard South Park style. Your character never speaks throughout the game, a point that actually aids immersion and becomes a running gag throughout the plot.

    As expected, you are quickly assimilated into the infamous gang of Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny. The plot largely concerns a small tree branch known as “The Stick of Truth”, which frequently changes hands between the fantasy-clad children of the video game.

    You’re quickly let loose to explore the entire town of South Park, Colorado, and the game’s strengths become immediately apparent. The recreation of the town is perfect, crammed with references to episodes and characters from the show. You can spend hours exploring the various houses, shops, and locations in the city, and there are plenty of secrets and gags that await you. Exploration is usually worth it, even aside from the clever humor: you’ll frequently find weapons and items to help you on your journey. The characters you pass around town will frequently say humorous things; the immersion is pretty high, overall.

    The game follows a fairly standard quest system. The main quest contains the bulk of the cutscenes and follows the plot of the game, but there are numerous side quests you’ll find throughout your journey. As every quest fits into the context of the preexisting South Park universe, it all feels very necessary to ensure a proper recreation of the show.

    The gameplay is a humorous rendition of a standard turn-based fantasy battle system. You utilize melee, ranged, mana-based (all which involved flatulence), and power-based attacks against your foes, and you fight most battles with a buddy (e.g. Butters, Cartman, Kyle) that can be swapped out before/after or during battle. Each buddy has a unique set of powers that you can freely trigger on their turn, and as each opponent will have a unique set of strengths/weaknesses, you will learn how to use each character effectively as you play. The make things even more interesting, many of the power-based attacks involve timed events that you need to execute well to maximize your damage. I rarely found myself getting bored of the streamlined yet engaging combat system, which honestly felt more satisfying than most turn-based RPGs I’ve played.

    The variety of powers (based on a standard character class you choose at the start of the game), weapons, armor, etc. you can unlock is pretty staggering. I can’t imagine that any two playthroughs would leave you with the same loadout. While you can only have so many copies of the same item, your inventory is otherwise infinite, a design choice that takes a lot of tedium out of the game. Once again, South Park: The Stick of Truth streamlines gameplay in every respect, and this makes the game move quickly and keeps things interesting.

    Besides turn-based battles, the game is chock full of gameplay twists. One quest is a humorously satisfying stealth endeavor. Another quest portrays the country of Canada (of course) as a top-down 8-bit Zelda-like adventure, and this is recreated flawlessly, guaranteed to generate some belly laughs. Many other quests take the nasty vulgarity of the TV show to its extreme, which is a bold statement to make for a game based on the controversial series.

    This leads me to confidently proclaim that South Park: The Stick of Truth lives up to the funniest, most intelligent, and best moments in South Park history. The game comes across like a 10-hour top-tier episode of South Park with barely a lull to be encountered. The cutscenes are indistinguishable from scenes from the television show, with the exception of seeing your character embedded in them. If you enjoy South Park at all, this will likely be one of the most humorous video games you will ever play, and you are forced to actively take part in some very graphically questionable moments (usually as quick time events). However, if you don’t enjoy the vile, hard-edged nature of South Park’s jokes, steer clear.

    Trying to come up with shortcomings in this game is extremely difficult. One obvious one is that it uses save checkpoints instead of allowing you to save whenever you’d like. This is a minor frustration, however, given how frequent most of the checkpoints are. Other than that, the game is South Park, through and through, and there are very few stand-out moments from the show that are missing here. Even aside from the franchise, the smart, streamlined gameplay elements and amount of exploration content make the game an extremely competent and enjoyable RPG.    … Expand
  19. AbaddonMason
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    Отличная игра на пару вечеров, точно не успеет надоесть и спокойно проходит проверку временем (перепрошёл в августе 2023).
  20. JaydenPickens
    May 22, 2019
    9
    This game is a classic. If you haven't played it, I recommend you to do it. As a fan of the show, I loved everything about it. The only problem were the controls... sometimes the game shows you which buttons to press and these aren't the buttons you should be pressing. Everything else was top notch. Pickens approves... and shut up Kenny.
  21. DeathKillerNOR
    Feb 14, 2021
    9
    {Personal Experience: Personal Experience}
    9/10
    {GamePlay: World/Level Design, Game Mechanic Aspects, Item/NPC Variety, Quests/Missions/Objectives, Co-Op/Multiplayer Aspects, The Characters, Controls} 8/10 {Narrative: Dialogue, Cutscenes} 10/10 {Visuals: Graphics, Motion Capture/Voice-Sync} 10/10 {Technical: Bugs, Performance} 10/10 {Story: The Story} 10/10    {Personal Experience: Personal Experience}
    9/10

    {GamePlay: World/Level Design, Game Mechanic Aspects, Item/NPC Variety, Quests/Missions/Objectives, Co-Op/Multiplayer Aspects, The Characters, Controls}
    8/10

    {Narrative: Dialogue, Cutscenes}
    10/10

    {Visuals: Graphics, Motion Capture/Voice-Sync}
    10/10

    {Technical: Bugs, Performance}
    10/10

    {Story: The Story}
    10/10

    {Replayability: Replayability (Alternate Endings, Secrets, Multiplayer, etc)}
    ☑ 10/10 - Good.
    ☐ 5/10 - Bad.

    [STARTING PERSONAL EXPERIENCE:
    When going into this game, my hopes were not set as high as fans of the TV show would have had when this game first came out. This is because i tried to play it when it came out and got bored after about 3 hours into it. But i decided to try it again, and for some reason, i really enjoyed it this time.
    By the end of it i consider my time well spent playing this game, and got, what i in some ways feel, the experience of being in south park.]

    [MAIN REVIEW NOTES:
    The Level Design even the world design portrays the show perfectly and it feels like you at South Park the small town.
    The game mechanics(RPG) in this game fits well with the game.
    There is a large variety of items in this game, distributed between gear, weapons, and weapons. It even has a great number of customizable items like beards, glasses, and hats. It even got junk items for you to make quite a lot of money from.
    The Objectives fits the game perfectly and feels like something the TV series would do if this was an episode of the show instead of a game.
    There isn’t really a multiplayer or Co-Op mode in this game. Only the singleplayer, with a well-made story.
    The Characters are who you are used to seeing if you are familiar with the TV series, with the exception of your character. There isn't really any need for Character Development as the characters are well known if you know the TV series itself.
    The controls are easy to get used to, and pretty straight forward.

    The Dialogue really fits this game perfectly, I'm convinced the script for this game was written by the same team that wrote for the TV Series.
    The cutscenes are definitely made by the creators of south park.

    The graphics are perfect and look exactly like if it was a South Park Episode.
    I don't think it uses motion capture for obvious reasons, but the voice-sync is perfect as well.

    I encountered no bugs or performance issues during my PlayThrough of this game.

    The Story is great, and it really feels like you're watching a South PÅark episode at times. It’s well made and does the game justice in many big ways.

    The replayability is good, given that there are 4 classes that you can play. The replayability is there as well. It is a set story tho.]

    "9/10 – Fantastic.
    I enthusiastically recommend that you add these games to your to-play list.
    As it doesn't hit A Perfect Score, It is an extremely good game.
    I highly recommend getting this game." ~DeathKillerNOR~ ⚠️ IN MY OPINION ⚠️    … Expand
  22. DanielNS87
    May 12, 2020
    9
    is the definitive epic game from south park, one of my favorits series, i am not fan from RPG games, play in turns is bored, but this game is very funny, the attacks are very complex and funny, the game looks good, the original animation and voices make it an immersive experience, in conclusion, if you play this game you will a lot of hours of funny, battles and laughs, and bizarre history.
  23. Prometheus1241
    Jan 2, 2021
    9
    If you want to be killed by a collective fart in the toilet, than it is definitely the best game to achieve your dream
  24. Hochbichler
    May 18, 2021
    9
    South Park: The Stick of Truth is a RPG based on the world of the popular TV show South Park. Honestly I was not expecting much from this game, but boy was I wrong. The fact that this game was written by the show's creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, is crucial for understanding the game's quality. The dialogues, the story, the characters, all these are exactly the same quality as SouthSouth Park: The Stick of Truth is a RPG based on the world of the popular TV show South Park. Honestly I was not expecting much from this game, but boy was I wrong. The fact that this game was written by the show's creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, is crucial for understanding the game's quality. The dialogues, the story, the characters, all these are exactly the same quality as South Park itself. But there is more. While you might expect Parker and Stone to write a good story, you might not expect that the gameplay will be fun also. But it is. The combat is an old school RPG turn based classic and while this game certainly does not go in depth with its RPG elements, it offers real pleasant experience throughout. The graphics is classic South Park and so is the music, featuring the best South Park songs. Now to point out some negatives, there certainly are not many. The RPG element is not that well balanced and most combats towards the end of the game might get boring and repetitive, but that is a common problem with most RPG games. One thing I would like to point out is the length of the game, it is not great and specially for a full priced game. However those are pretty minor details, overall I was positively surprised with this game. There are no microtransaction and obviously no SJW crap.

    I think many people were surprised just how good this game is all around. Final verdict: 86 %    … Expand
  25. The_Nametag
    Feb 10, 2020
    9
    The game is rude, crude, vile, and has some of the dumbest story you'll ever see. All while being brilliant. I am not even a fan of the show, but I really enjoyed this game. It's a JRPG style game, though with some input and timing during the commands so that it's not all passive (similar to Legend of Dragoon). There's lots of side areas to explore, items to collect, quests to accomplish,The game is rude, crude, vile, and has some of the dumbest story you'll ever see. All while being brilliant. I am not even a fan of the show, but I really enjoyed this game. It's a JRPG style game, though with some input and timing during the commands so that it's not all passive (similar to Legend of Dragoon). There's lots of side areas to explore, items to collect, quests to accomplish, etc. It isn't the longest game ever, I beat it in under 15 hours, and that was with doing a hefty chunk of side options. It's also not the most balanced, with the DOT abilities being over-powered to the point of necessity against some enemies.

    All in all, yea, it was a fun game. I would recommend it to anyone who's a fan of the show, or is a fan of RPGs and doesn't mind a bit, no, a lot of blue humor.    … Expand
  26. pau_el_fideo
    Jan 11, 2021
    9
    Este juego es de estos que llevas una sonrisa y de vez en cuando una larga carcajada, es el humor negro hecho un juego, un RPG completo, variación de ataques, clases y misiones, una historia que podría ser una temporada de la serie facilmente. Como contras un menú un poco tosco y una duración "corta" pero que satisfacera a cualquier fan de la saga.
  27. GunzRebolvers
    Feb 5, 2021
    9
    El Videojuego es fabuloso, recomendado para fanáticos de la serie y para fanáticos de juegos de rol, con muchas referencias a la serie.
  28. marijn2112
    May 23, 2021
    9
    The map can feel a bit empty but the rest of the game is just perfect, the combat is simple and enjoyable, exploration and combat elements are nicely mixed and the story even as it gets a bit odd is enjoyable
  29. defenz
    Aug 9, 2021
    9
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  30. PaddysPub
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    Late to the game again - i still haven't finished the game, but so far it just feels... so... South Park! What else is there to say?
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Awards & Rankings

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#18 Best PC Game of 2014
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#18 Most Discussed PC Game of 2014
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#17 Most Shared PC Game of 2014

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 48 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 48
  3. Negative: 0 out of 48
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    May 11, 2014
    90
    I didn't expect anything from this South Park RPG, but The Stick of Truth is one of the best license games ever made. It's as obnoxious as the TV series, as it should be. The script is made with love and the RPG elements fit in to the franchise like a glove. [March 2014]
  2. Hyper Magazine
    Apr 9, 2014
    90
    Almost flawless. [May 2014, p.63]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 7, 2014
    80
    The game takes its time to ramp up the pace but when it gets going, it doesn't stop. [Issue #240]
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