Strange Brigade

 PC
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. GameGrin
    Sep 11, 2018
    90
    I wasn’t expecting a huge amount from Strange Brigade, but what I got was a really enjoyable experience both offline and online. This was a pleasant surprise, as generally I’m not someone who would usually play online if I can avoid it. The fact that even I preferred playing online speaks volumes about Rebellion’s efforts in making a game that’s best played in co-op. There are a few things that could have been done better, but nothing that can’t be overlooked. This is one of my favourite multiplayer games in a very long time.
  2. PlayGround.ru
    Aug 29, 2018
    85
    It's like Sniper Elite Zombies, but better.
  3. GameWatcher
    Aug 27, 2018
    85
    Strange Brigade is enormous amounts of fun whether you’re playing in co-op or single-player, and you’ll more than get your money’s worth from it.
  5. Worth Playing
    Sep 26, 2018
    80
    Strange Brigade is a flawed but ultimately fun experience. The combat is good if you can get over some of the quirks, like being forced to aim when you want to take a shot and no ability to automatically sprint without a decent amount of running room. The campaign length is fine, but the immediate knowledge that more levels are coming in via DLC gives you the perception that the game could have been much longer instead. If you don't mind having to gather friends to play online, then the experience is good since you barely have a shot of getting random online strangers to help out.
  6. The Games Machine
    Aug 27, 2018
    78
    Strange Brigade, with its pulp magazine taste, is a good action co-op to play among most demanding titles. Unfortunately, the amount of content at day one is limited, holding back the score, although Rebellion has announced additional campaigns and new characters to expand the game after launch.
  7. 3DJuegos
    Sep 5, 2018
    75
    Strange Brigade is a nice coop shooter that pops dozens of puzzles and exotic monsters on your screen. A cringy campaign and a wild fun horde mode are built with friends and replayability mechanics in mind, but it just lacks the sense of identity, variety and epicness that other similar games offer.
  8. SpazioGames
    Aug 28, 2018
    75
    Strange Brigade is Rebellion’s attempt to develop something new, an action third-person shooter that makes playability and fun its principal objectives. Though the game is a fun and light experience, it should be played not too many times in a row because of the confusion that sometimes affects the on-screen action. It’s a game developed with professionalism and a generous amount of inspiration, and it could be a good way to pass these last summer days or to begin with the TPS world.
  9. IGN
    Aug 27, 2018
    75
    The thing that pulled me through Strange Brigade’s campaign and had me tackling the extra horde and score attack modes, though, is its sense of style.

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User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 53
  3. Negative: 12 out of 53
  1. DaveyDiablo
    Feb 4, 2020
    8
    Criminally underrated. If you've got a couple of friends and a few hours, this game will provide laughs and excitement. A fun, campy romp thatCriminally underrated. If you've got a couple of friends and a few hours, this game will provide laughs and excitement. A fun, campy romp that doesn't take itself too seriously. My only real complaint is the final level, which provides no challenge and was pretty disappointing to all the players in my group.… Full Review »
  2. Sjalka
    Apr 19, 2019
    8
    From the first few moments - it becomes quite obvious that this game will only ever fill a small níche in gaming demands. It is a sort ofFrom the first few moments - it becomes quite obvious that this game will only ever fill a small níche in gaming demands. It is a sort of arena shooter with not quite too different characters/classes and a rather half hearted co-op multiplayer.

    While the visuals are very nice and crisp .. they are also very sterile. It looks very much like a HD remake of a 2005 game of sorts - that means, simple polygon build with HD textures slapped on.

    But as i said, it does look nice - console like nice.

    One of the main aspects - in my opinion - is the kind of overly posh British commentator/narrator that gives the whole adventure a very B-movie feeling that fits well into the 60s or 70s.

    Technical aspects aside .. the game is fun! - in short bursts. It is not overly difficult at first and has a nice difficulty curve .. but all in all, it is very much geared towards multiple players, despite offering a single player experience.

    I would have loved them go much, much crazier with strange weapons. Instead of "only" guns as main weapons .. have more melee stuff or idk "strange" weapons.

    As a shooter, it is alright but does not shine. There is no cover mechanics and the enemies do not really use the environment. They just make a bee-line towards the player. Because many monsters are large and on the slower side .. you get a good look at them and their visualization, which is actually really nice.

    conclusion:
    This is a nostalgic 2005-esc shooter that gives the player small-ish arena type areas to fight various enemies by triggering swarms. The upgrade system is persistent but rather limited and standard. The characters "seem" to be unique but play very similar.

    I would still recommend it - because it is simple and fun... but play with friends!    … Full Review »
  3. garethvk
    Sep 15, 2018
    9
    I first encountered Strange Brigade during a meeting with Rebellion at E3. Although we only had a limited play session, we were impressed withI first encountered Strange Brigade during a meeting with Rebellion at E3. Although we only had a limited play session, we were impressed with the game as it was a very pleasant surprise.
    The game is finally here and now the public can enjoy the winning mixture of action, puzzles, comedy, and nostalgia. Playing as one of four characters in a 1930s setting, players can play either solo or co-op as they explore and battle around Egypt against an ancient evil.

    Armed with pistols, grenades, shotguns, rifles, and machine guns, players must batter endless waves of supernatural enemies who are determined to stop you no matter the cost.
    Thankfully you can give out a ton of damage from punches to your arsenal, as well as special crates that allow players to purchase additional weapons for a limited time that can really help clear things out.

    There are also numerous traps which can be triggered and it is very satisfying to watch a horde get cut to shreds in a blade trap or impaled and roasted with others.

    Players will be able to upgrade their weapons as well as increase their ammo supply at various checkpoints along the way.

    Players will also have the option to solve puzzles to get additional loot as well as access to other areas of the map.

    The characters also have a magical amulet which allows them to open various objects but also allows them to collect energy from dispatched enemies and use it against them when a sufficient amount has been collected.

    The levels are very engaging and include tombs, dig sites, market places, and other locales which also have plenty to keep players engaged.

    Rebellion has announced that a 5th playable character will be available at launch and there are at least three other players coming down the road.

    There is a big difference in character play as I enjoy having the rapid-fire approach of a Machine Gun but some may find the single shot rifle or a thunderous shotgun more to their liking. I found the shotgun to be a devastating weapon but having to reload after two shots makes it harder when playing on your own as you can get overwhelmed fast.

    The variety of enemies is good as undead walkers do make up the bulk of the enemy force but there are Mummies, Pirates, and armor clad guardians who take a bit of damage before they go down.

    The game also has an interesting feature in that there is an announcer who narrates the action and chapters with witty quips that gives the game a sense of the old-style action serials of old.
    Players looking to take a break from the campaign can play a Horde mode where enemies come in waves and players must use gold to purchase access to other areas and weapons. There is also a score mode where players have to race through a level causing as much mayhem as they can along the way.

    Strange Brigade is a very fun game that once I started to play I could not put it down. I actually completed the game solo and now look forward to playing the campaign with a team so we can try other tactics and explore other areas.

    The graphics and sound of the game are solid and it moves along at a very crisp pace which allows players to have fast action and smooth movements.

    I am really looking forward to see what DLC will follow as I absolutely love this game as Strange Brigade is a winning and fun adventure that is not to be missed.

    4.5 stars out of 5    … Full Review »
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