Brutal Legend

 PlayStation 3
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 200 Ratings

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  1. JrDouble
    May 16, 2023
    8
    An epic game and legendary rock and roll adventure. Solid story, interesting mechanics, and fun experience overall. Highly recommended for a good time.
  2. ZXSth
    Feb 4, 2023
    7
    (Actual rating of 7.5)

    An overall solid game. Standout elements include a relatively fun and compelling narrative, pretty good gameplay and an absolutely amazing licensed soundtrack featuring some iconic rock and metal songs. Where this game struggles is in the sudden jarring switch from a semi-open world, action-adventure game to an army-based action-strategy hybrid. While not    (Actual rating of 7.5)

    An overall solid game. Standout elements include a relatively fun and compelling narrative, pretty good gameplay and an absolutely amazing licensed soundtrack featuring some iconic rock and metal songs.

    Where this game struggles is in the sudden jarring switch from a semi-open world, action-adventure game to an army-based action-strategy hybrid. While not necessarily bad in terms of the gameplay, the switch caused me serious tonal whiplash.

    All in all, this is a solid game that is an absolute must if you have an appreciation for Jack Black, rock music and/or the cultural impact of heavy metal.    … Expand
  3. hector_bcn98
    Nov 9, 2022
    8
    Si juntas la estrategia con una de las mejores soundtracks de la historia, te sale Brutal Legend, un juego... brutal.
  4. HuevoAlce
    Jun 26, 2022
    8
    Brutal Legend is fun as it is nostalgic for the glory days of Rock. With a great line of cameos and fun characters, Brutal Legend is a worthwhile and memorable experience.
  5. Mister04
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Great game
  6. storygamer
    Sep 3, 2020
    8
    Brütal Legend is a very unique game. So much content, such a cool open world and the most epic Heavy Metal soundtrack. It all seems a bit overloaded sometimes but the ideas are innovative and considerable. For fans of funny action and friends of great music!
  7. rcoberle54
    May 13, 2020
    9
    This is what you get when you combine God of War with the Mad Max ps4 game and Guitar Hero and insert your favorite real time strategy game. It is an incredibly unique and refreshing experience that I'm sure will never be replicated. It has the aesthetic of Guitar Hero with some small rhythm sections and of course the track listing will remind you of the popular music games. It has theThis is what you get when you combine God of War with the Mad Max ps4 game and Guitar Hero and insert your favorite real time strategy game. It is an incredibly unique and refreshing experience that I'm sure will never be replicated. It has the aesthetic of Guitar Hero with some small rhythm sections and of course the track listing will remind you of the popular music games. It has the hack and slash button mashing combat of the older God of War games. In between the combat you free roam in your Deuce which looks straight out of Mad Max and there is even some escort missions with vehicular combat. Then there are the battles which has you command an army. You must control the towers to gain fans to spend on the different recruits to take down your enemy's stage in an all out heavy metal rock star concert showdown. The creativity of this game cannot be overstated enough.

    You are thrown in to a hellscape of heavy metal, demons, and blood yet it's this cartoony fun experience that has a tongue in cheek sense of humor that never takes itself too seriously. The environments are very different from one another and keep the game interesting throughout it's playtime. There is a bunch of enemy variations but the combat can become a little stale if you let it depending on your play style. The voice acting is really good with a special shout out to Jack Black. He kills it. This game is an 80s metal fan's wet dream and it's a great experience for gamers. It's a must on the ps3.

    My small complaints were that I would have liked a mini map or a nav system like the arkham games. It was too frustrating trying to figure out where I was supposed to go. I constantly paused the game to open my map. I would like a collectible that shows the locations of all the other collectibles also like in the arkham games. I would have put more hours into this just free roaming the map gathering collectibles if I knew where they were. I knew I wouldnt get the platinum for this due to online trophies so I skipped out on all the extra stuff the second I finished the campaign. Great game though and would highly recommend.    … Expand
  8. DemonoidAngel
    Feb 26, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had an awesome time with this one. It's definitely a metal head's fantasy, full of rock and metal elements, whether it be world design, gameplay, weapons, music, or cameos. Amazing performances by Jack Black, Rob Halford, Lemmy Kilmister, and even Ozzy Osbourne himself! A great action, adventure and real-time strategy if you are into metal. Would reccomend.… Expand
  9. KratosKong
    Jan 18, 2019
    9
    Puede que no tenga la mejor de las historias y puede que no tenga las mejores secundarias pero este juego consigue ser una de las mayores odas a la cultura Rock de toda las historia de los videojuegos.
  10. Aelvir
    Jun 13, 2017
    7
    A very good game. Even if the game is cheesy at times. My biggest complaint is the soundtrack.
    The only DragonForce song is TTFAF ? Really? That song is way overrated and wasn't even THAT good of a song, only its diffiuclty in GH3 made a meme, really. I would have had in Body Breakdown, Prepare for War, Valley of the Damned, etc. MORE IMPORTANTLY, why is there NO Rhapsody/Rhapsody of    A very good game. Even if the game is cheesy at times. My biggest complaint is the soundtrack.
    The only DragonForce song is TTFAF ? Really? That song is way overrated and wasn't even THAT good of a song, only its diffiuclty in GH3 made a meme, really. I would have had in Body Breakdown, Prepare for War, Valley of the Damned, etc. MORE IMPORTANTLY, why is there NO Rhapsody/Rhapsody of Fire??! Mighty Ride of the Firelord, Knightrider of Doom, Agony is My Name, Emerald Sword, Lord of the Thunder, there was so many phenominal songs that would've fit so well. You got a metalhead in a fantasy-setting. And NO Rhapsody..? What sort of hell is this?! Hell, at least more than half of the songs in the game are usually generic metal at best in Brutal Legend anyway (they know who they are)    … Expand
  11. Alvokun
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    Frankly, the game is technically mediocre and gameplay does not work as well as it could have. However, I think the soundtrack and the heavy metal imagery compensate that problem by far.

    Moving across the land while listening to heavy music on the vehicle is one of the most memorable things I have ever done in video games. Overall, it is a must-play for all fans of the genre.
  12. ComandanteCobra
    Nov 24, 2016
    8
    I liked it.
    Great music, fast & simple gameplay, humorous, not too long or too short, great voice casting, impressive art.
    A love declaration to Rock music and Heavy metal in particular.
  13. thepatient613
    Feb 16, 2016
    8
    This game will go down as the most metal game in history. Unless Ozzy decides to make another appearance and that Jack Black is once again the protagonist, there is really no other like it. Personally I would've liked the gameplay and the artistic style to be a bit different but who am I to judge? It is only my personal opinion. That left aside, I could'nt imagine giving this game lessThis game will go down as the most metal game in history. Unless Ozzy decides to make another appearance and that Jack Black is once again the protagonist, there is really no other like it. Personally I would've liked the gameplay and the artistic style to be a bit different but who am I to judge? It is only my personal opinion. That left aside, I could'nt imagine giving this game less than an 8/10.… Expand
  14. imnotyourguy
    Dec 30, 2015
    7
    This game is a step in the right direction,but not quite there yet.The writing is good,it's really funny,being fed pieces of lore and obtaining power-ups via scavanger hunts is a good idea(though it's nothing new),and the music is spectacular.The problem is that the RTS sections lack a lot of options and are frustrating beyond belief,the hack-n-slash-esque combat is stiff,and your carThis game is a step in the right direction,but not quite there yet.The writing is good,it's really funny,being fed pieces of lore and obtaining power-ups via scavanger hunts is a good idea(though it's nothing new),and the music is spectacular.The problem is that the RTS sections lack a lot of options and are frustrating beyond belief,the hack-n-slash-esque combat is stiff,and your car handles like ass.That being said,you should still check this game out.It's original and very innovative with the RTS sections,considering the copy-paste nature of modern gaming.All of its problems are nothing that can't be fixed in a sequel.… Expand
  15. miastalman
    Sep 16, 2015
    7
    Guys, I had really great time with game, but I cannot give more than 7. What I dislike were rock, stage battles. They were boring. Moreover game is too easy. Anyway I better play it, that some other copy-paste 9+ games. MUST HAVE FOR TENACIOUS D AND METAL FANS
  16. Braggi
    Jun 23, 2015
    6
    As with other reviewers, I'm torn. The game starts great with heavy metal, combat, puzzles and racing. The characters and humor are great, the story and visuals captivating. If they had kept it at this, the game would be an easy 9-10 for me.
    Sadly as soon as I hit the RTS part the gameplay unravels, and with it my motivation to keep playing.
  17. Andjelico95
    Jun 6, 2015
    6
    Nice soundtrack, nice idea, nice world, but the gameplay is too repetitive! I played for around 3-4 hours and i stopped, it got a little bit boring. The fighting system should be better, like more effective weapons and tricks, magic, abilities, clothes or something like that. The graphics were good, and i liked that you can customize your ride.

    This game is OK for me, i hope my wish    Nice soundtrack, nice idea, nice world, but the gameplay is too repetitive! I played for around 3-4 hours and i stopped, it got a little bit boring. The fighting system should be better, like more effective weapons and tricks, magic, abilities, clothes or something like that. The graphics were good, and i liked that you can customize your ride.

    This game is OK for me, i hope my wish returns to play the game again one day.    … Expand
  18. Andjelico
    Nov 6, 2014
    5
    It was a creative and funny game, i liked the soundtrack, the metal world, and the awesome performance shop. Graphics were OK too.

    I didn't like the combat system. It became so boring at the end, and irritating. I played that game for around 5 hours and i stopped because of boredom. I would love this game if it could be different battle system.
  19. TornadoCreator
    Jul 15, 2014
    4
    I feel genuinely bad giving this review, because this game did make me smile and was quite fun for the first few hours. Jack Black is quite funny, the theme of metal music is a good one for the setting and allows for humorous level design and characters; it really had potential... and then it fell apart.

    The world quickly started to seem slapdash once the game opens up and the shift in    I feel genuinely bad giving this review, because this game did make me smile and was quite fun for the first few hours. Jack Black is quite funny, the theme of metal music is a good one for the setting and allows for humorous level design and characters; it really had potential... and then it fell apart.

    The world quickly started to seem slapdash once the game opens up and the shift in gameplay style is jarring and irritating. The combat, though sluggish at times, was serviceable and could have been used far more effectively, likewise for the driving sections of the game, but the strategy sections which start to dominated the game are simply terrible. With difficult control and limited visibility, this quickly begins to feel like a PC real time strategy game that you're forced to play with a controller and the camera settings of a third person action brawler game... and yes that's as bad as it sounds. It takes an otherwise interesting and amusing game and destroys the element of fun it started with.

    This game would have been far better if it was, as advertised, a game where you spend 6-8 hours playing as Jack Black; hitting the things from 80s heavy metal LP artwork with your guitar whilst cracking silly one-liners. For the first 2 hours, and intermittently after that, this is what you get; but the awful strategy game hidden in here make it a chore to play. If you see it for bargain bin prices, pick it up and play through the first few hours if you want something light-hearted and amusing, but don't expect to ever actually finish it... I know I couldn't.    … Expand
  20. the_blueprint
    Dec 17, 2013
    6
    Fun at first. Humor is good but gameplay isn't as smooth. But get's really really repetitive. A lot off things I don't understand (what in the blue hell is a "mosh pitt"?). The tower defense is not very fun after a long while. But the worst thing: the later levels are very difficult and I was stuck on it for a long time.
    What kept me going was: the humor off it all and the beautiful    Fun at first. Humor is good but gameplay isn't as smooth. But get's really really repetitive. A lot off things I don't understand (what in the blue hell is a "mosh pitt"?). The tower defense is not very fun after a long while. But the worst thing: the later levels are very difficult and I was stuck on it for a long time.
    What kept me going was: the humor off it all and the beautiful detailed world created here.    … Expand
  21. JapJappert
    Jul 8, 2012
    5
    I bought the game because I thought I had too little 'Hack and Slash' games in the house, and really loved the Metal genre back then. It's an 'enjoyable' game, but that's it. The story is horrible if you think about it (mostly because it doesn't make any sense, though that fits with the game overall). Graphics are good in harmony, but not up to date for a 2009 game. This game is based onI bought the game because I thought I had too little 'Hack and Slash' games in the house, and really loved the Metal genre back then. It's an 'enjoyable' game, but that's it. The story is horrible if you think about it (mostly because it doesn't make any sense, though that fits with the game overall). Graphics are good in harmony, but not up to date for a 2009 game. This game is based on sounds and music, but some of the sound effects have the bitrate equivalent to the heartbeat of a passed away elephant. It's noticeable they tried to make a 'fun' game but the humor in it is only funny if you're 13 years old or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.… Expand
  22. Navas
    Mar 13, 2012
    10
    This game is the most awesome game EVER! The soundtrack is perfect, but it would be a lot better if ther was any led zeppelin song. As a piece of art, this game is a 10, but, technically it's not very good. There a **** bug issue.
  23. Inuit_Dude
    Oct 24, 2011
    10
    when i first saw this game in stores i just skipped right over it because i thought it was some knock off of guitar hero or something but after i was informed otherwise i decided to pick it up and i couldnt believe what i was playing. this game is no guitar hero game it is an action game mixed in with real time strategy. now i know that real time strategy games usually turn people rightwhen i first saw this game in stores i just skipped right over it because i thought it was some knock off of guitar hero or something but after i was informed otherwise i decided to pick it up and i couldnt believe what i was playing. this game is no guitar hero game it is an action game mixed in with real time strategy. now i know that real time strategy games usually turn people right off but this game is different because not only are you in control of your army but you can fight along side them as well and doing this is easy since the controls are nice and its easy to remember. this game's story is also mind blowing the actual story is great and kept me interested with amazing actors that you can tell are so into the game that it is more than a paycheque for them. the graphics arent the best around but they still do a good job of presenting the game and the game turns this into charm and makes the graphics feel right and normal. all of this in one package is a good game already but throw in the fact that the music is simply orgasmic i love heavy metal and these are all amzing and original songs not songs that the big names ripped off. all in all this game is amazing and should be experianced by everyone… Expand
  24. Fortinbras
    Dec 11, 2010
    7
    It encapsulates the feeling and imagery of Heavy Metal with some lord of the ring aspects. It's just a shame the world is huge abut there isn't much to do.
  25. Isaac
    Nov 18, 2010
    6
    A couple of years ago i bought psychonauts, a game made by Tim Shafer, and loved it. It was original, fun and unique. since Brutal legend was made by the same guy, i simply had to buy it. I was somewhat disappointed. the game isn't bad by all means, but it's just not that good either. the humor is really good and the characters are interesting but the story is short and the gameplay getsA couple of years ago i bought psychonauts, a game made by Tim Shafer, and loved it. It was original, fun and unique. since Brutal legend was made by the same guy, i simply had to buy it. I was somewhat disappointed. the game isn't bad by all means, but it's just not that good either. the humor is really good and the characters are interesting but the story is short and the gameplay gets boring quickly. the worst thing is that the game changes its own genre in the middle of the game, from a action adventure game to an rts. some gamers loved it but i did not. the rts elements are fairly basic so the game doesnt excel at anything. it tries to be some games mixed up but in my opinion doesnt succeed in doing so. it's a great tribute to metal and if you are a huge huge fan of metal you will love the game but if you are looking for a deep, unique and fun experience ,like usually found in Tim Shafer games, you might be disappointed. for me fun was really lacking in this game.… Expand
  26. Stealthgear
    Oct 19, 2010
    6
    Jack Black can't save this game. I found it mostly annoying both from a conceptual and gameplay standpoint. There was some cool graphics. Basic hack n slash with some extras. The music was metal, good or bad. Clearly overhyped.
  27. dene
    Jan 16, 2010
    10
    Simply a legendary game. Soundtrack is unbelievable. Gameplay is awesome, the humour is great, even the story is awesome. Definitely the game of the year for me.
  28. JamesD
    Jan 9, 2010
    8
    Some might see Brutal Legend as a very innovative game and others will see it as a watered down collaboration of the sums of its parts. Brutal Legend is funny and over the top with some clever humour and a good story for those interested. The themes and level design and structure are breathtaking and gives a brilliant immersion into this vibrant world of Metal. It's such a shame Some might see Brutal Legend as a very innovative game and others will see it as a watered down collaboration of the sums of its parts. Brutal Legend is funny and over the top with some clever humour and a good story for those interested. The themes and level design and structure are breathtaking and gives a brilliant immersion into this vibrant world of Metal. It's such a shame though that most of its parts are watered down, the combat and missions are repetitive and there is little attension to upgrading fighting moves. Customisation is decent but the depth of it isn't so compelling. If you like Jack Blacks brand of comedy and music and if you are a fan boy of his, then this game will satisfy your needs. If not at least check it out but if you're the demanding type this might not be for you.… Expand
  29. MarkW
    Dec 26, 2009
    10
    I almost let this one pass me by...I thought it was some sort of Guitar Hero game...luckily I figured it out. It's one of the most mind blowing games I've ever played. The second I saw Lemmy, I knew I was in for a ride. It featured some of the original bands that Metalica stole from. My heart skipped a beat as I was flipping through song selections (during a high speed chase) I almost let this one pass me by...I thought it was some sort of Guitar Hero game...luckily I figured it out. It's one of the most mind blowing games I've ever played. The second I saw Lemmy, I knew I was in for a ride. It featured some of the original bands that Metalica stole from. My heart skipped a beat as I was flipping through song selections (during a high speed chase) and found Budgie's "Breadfan". The game has over 100 songs and not one of them from a "sellout" group. The story is epic and sublime...not spoon fed like so many others. A couple of the cut scenes sent shivers up my spine while others made me trip out a little. You'll want an HDTV and a cranked up surround sound to truly get the full effect of this wonderful game.… Expand
  30. danm
    Dec 19, 2009
    9
    this is truly a metal master piece game great soundtrack great story great game youll love this game!
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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 61
  3. Negative: 0 out of 61
  1. IGN
    90
    Brutal Legend is a tour de force that wraps up humor, music, and clever gameplay into one highly polished package. You haven't played a game quite like this before and won't want to miss it.
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  2. IGN AU
    93
    Charming and clever in equal portions, Brütal Legend is a classic example of cohesive game design...In an age of ever-increasing monotony and creative stagnation, a game like Brütal Legend is brash, proud, subversive and triumphant - and it deserves to succeed. Get on board, crank it up and make it so. Two horns up.
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  3. MEGamers
    92
    There are very, very few games which truly make me sit back and go “wow”. Among the slew of games that I’ve reviewed this year, there are only a couple that I really enjoyed playing, and continue to do so. Brutal Legend is one such game – even though I aced my Public Speaking and English Literature classes, words only slur together when I try to describe this game. Truth be told, I only heard about the game in the last month or so, but after spending a good amount of time with it, I was transformed from a mere gamer into a rocking, die-hard fan.
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