PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale

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  1. Termin8ter
    Feb 13, 2016
    8
    Playstation All Stars is a very mixed bag. The fighting is VERY similar to Smash Bros, but not exactly the same. One thing I found very disappointing about this game is the way they dumb down bad-ass characters, like Kratos, Drake, and Radec. They are awesome in their own games, but very weak here. The campaign's are pretty uninteresting too. The main thing that holds All Stars up is thePlaystation All Stars is a very mixed bag. The fighting is VERY similar to Smash Bros, but not exactly the same. One thing I found very disappointing about this game is the way they dumb down bad-ass characters, like Kratos, Drake, and Radec. They are awesome in their own games, but very weak here. The campaign's are pretty uninteresting too. The main thing that holds All Stars up is the excellent fighting, and the great online mode. Buy this game if you want a slice of the Smash Bros action and you don't own a Wii, but apart from that, there are better fighting games out there.… Expand
  2. BigBadwolfTUTU
    Jun 4, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing sure it has flaws but at least try it Online mode is fun its cool for multiplayer when you have friends dont bash a game if you havent played it. Did we ever bash Zelda or Mario Kart like this? What ever happened to just getting a game and playing without judging it Ps All Stars is an amazing game and it deserves better treatment and deserves a sequel
  3. ThatOneGuy6667
    Sep 30, 2015
    8
    It's fun, but if you can get angry easily, then don't play this game. Especially online, so many people cheat it takes the fun away.... But it has a good selection of characters even though they could've added some more...... But overall it's a fun game.
  4. TobiasKen
    Dec 22, 2015
    4
    Is this game just a simple Super Smash Brothers Clone? Or is it a new fighting game that brings new mechanics to life to make the perfect fighter - let's find out in my review!

    A: Music/Sounds The Music in this game simply isn't that good. It isn't fitting, and usually seems like some sort of rock song that doesn't match with the environment. The sounds aren't that good either, every    Is this game just a simple Super Smash Brothers Clone? Or is it a new fighting game that brings new mechanics to life to make the perfect fighter - let's find out in my review!

    A: Music/Sounds

    The Music in this game simply isn't that good. It isn't fitting, and usually seems like some sort of rock song that doesn't match with the environment. The sounds aren't that good either, every hit doesn't have a satisfying sound to go with it, generally just some gimmicky noise that only goes with the element (Like a stupid zap for Cole's lightning) Either way, if you want music/sounds - I wouldn't get this game.

    2/10

    B: Graphics

    The graphics for this game are pretty good, to be honest. But take one second to look closely at each character, and you might be disappointed. If you look at Cole, for example - he looks almost NOTHING like he does in the InFamous games. The graphics are ok, but the characters/environments don't entirely look like their respective games. It isn't like Smash Bros. Where they have their own take on the graphic style, they're trying to make it look like how they do in their games - but they just fail. In the end, the graphics aren't how they could, should look in the PS3 era.

    5/10

    C: Gameplay

    Ugh, not this. They basically just copied Super Smash Brothers' gamestyle, and smashed it into this. I'm someone who put about 50 hours into this game, and 1000s of hours into Smash Bros - so I know what I'm saying when this is the case. Generally, there might not be a problem with that - Smash Bros is great! But unfortunately, they fail so hard at it. They tried to make it unique with the crappy killing mechanic, but ultimately fail. Not to mention, jumping requires

    1/10 WITH my Thumbs Down of Crap

    D: Story

    Ugh, screw this game's story. You choose one of your 20 (or so) characters, and fight a bunch of bad guys. Then, you will eventually encounter your rival. There is a cutscene, which leads to a fight. It hardly explains why they want to fight, they just want to. The cutscene is also pretty badly made, with both of the characters saying things that they wouldn't usually say. Then it finishes off after the fight with your rival with an okay boss fight against some head. Who is he? I dunno. Why does he hate you? I dunno. He just does. Either way, the story is extremely poorly put together.

    5/10 (Only because of cutscene)

    In the end, this game is NOT worth the purchase. It can be fun with a couple of friends for a few minutes. Then, the novelty wears off. Then the game gets boring. Take the new Smashbros for example. Over 80 stages, and over 55 characters. That. Is. HUGE in comparison to this. This just... sucks. For your own good, don't get this game unless you can get it for $3.

    4/10 WITH my Thumbs Down of Crap    … Expand
  5. Abhaygamin2002
    Dec 29, 2015
    6
    Very good game to remember our childhood but its story mode is 30 minutes long and repetitive with all characters.but you will experience different set of dialogues. its same couch multiplayer is good too but gets boring easily.so love it or hate it its up to you.
  6. SrPepe
    Nov 1, 2017
    8
    Es un juego muy divertido, y es el triple si jugás con amigos. Lo que le falta a este gran juego de pelea es muchísimos personajes, es decir, en serio esos son tus All-Stars Sony? Todos sabemos que no.
  7. Nycore
    Dec 25, 2017
    10
    Most underrated game ever. The definition of this game is pure fun, if you like brawl figthing games you need to buy this game it takes all of playstation icons and put it to brawl, it is a fantastic experience no one should pass out.
  8. KayVen17
    Jan 3, 2017
    5
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 51/100
    Mein User Score = 5/10    … Expand
  9. DRplayer
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    REALLY an UNDERRATED game. Also on top of that this game released in the absolute wrong time. Ik this people will compare to smash bros, but come on it inspires from it just because it looks and plays doesn't mean a ripoff. Its like saying a random first person shooter game is copying COD makes no sense. The gameplay is really fun and satisfying, it does have some flaws. The maps wereREALLY an UNDERRATED game. Also on top of that this game released in the absolute wrong time. Ik this people will compare to smash bros, but come on it inspires from it just because it looks and plays doesn't mean a ripoff. Its like saying a random first person shooter game is copying COD makes no sense. The gameplay is really fun and satisfying, it does have some flaws. The maps were amazing with great soundtrack. The roster of characters was really wasted and should have waited since PlayStation been putting many great exclusives so a larger roster could been there. In the end, this game is an absolute and super fun experience with friends and online. Cant even describe how much I had playing with friends. Definitely this game needs another chance for a sequel considering where PlayStation is now. The roster and gameplay can be refined and a lot better.… Expand
  10. dislexicpotato
    Aug 3, 2020
    7
    Playstation All-Stars might not have been able to compete with the likes of Smash Bros but it's a solid fighting game with plenty of fun to offer even with its lack of content. If they learn from their mistakes with this game I would love to see a sequel someday with the same ambition as Super Smash Bros Ultimate.
  11. HanRasen
    Oct 6, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. un juego bastante divertido en especial de a 4 personas
    los problemas serian:
    -los tiempos de carga aveces pueden ser algo largos como de 1 minuto
    -el juego no es tan balanceado como parece,ciertos personajes están rotos......zeus...
    -requiere el maldito pase online para jugar...bueno a eso EL ONLINE
    eso seria todo, mi nota final: 7.7    … Expand
  12. Untitled94
    Feb 26, 2018
    8
    This game is fun, but it could've been better. There is a lot to do in the game with a great cast of characters. Though the lack of Crash and Spyro brings it down a tad. Not to mention it can get slightly repetitive, but overall the gameplay is fun and the stages are pretty cool for the most part. If you have a PS3, but want to play Smash Bros, this is a decent alternative.
  13. Alvokun
    Aug 27, 2017
    9
    Even admitting that Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale is no rival for Super Smash Bros (the game it undoubtedly is influenced by), it is still a rather good fighting game. More importantly, it is really addictive.

    There is a significant number of characters (even though it could be larger), each of them with their special attacks and abilities. The levels are also always different and    Even admitting that Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale is no rival for Super Smash Bros (the game it undoubtedly is influenced by), it is still a rather good fighting game. More importantly, it is really addictive.

    There is a significant number of characters (even though it could be larger), each of them with their special attacks and abilities. The levels are also always different and do have an influence on the combat.

    Evidently enough, the game truly shines when played with friends, either offline or online (despite the connection not being too good, I think). This could perfectly be considered a competitive video game for esports.    … Expand
  14. raccoondaddy
    Dec 10, 2017
    7
    Battle Royale is overall a good game to play, but it is bogged down by the overall lack of unlockable content and modes to get into. It's pretty much a 1-4 player match and an arcade-style mode. Sure, there are a lot of cool characters, but most of them really aren't given enough moves to make them enjoyable to play as for an extended period of time.

    This would've been remedied had    Battle Royale is overall a good game to play, but it is bogged down by the overall lack of unlockable content and modes to get into. It's pretty much a 1-4 player match and an arcade-style mode. Sure, there are a lot of cool characters, but most of them really aren't given enough moves to make them enjoyable to play as for an extended period of time.

    This would've been remedied had there been some sort of quest or adventure mode to support the game. I really wanted to love this game, but really just pales in comparison to Nintendo's Smash Bros.

    Although, this is a good alternative to those who don't have a Nintendo console and want a easy pick and play brawler.    … Expand
  15. lonerambivalent
    Jul 2, 2017
    10
    Playing this game with four people is such a blast. The variety of characters is more than sufficient for constant playing without feeling bored or fed up. The fast-paced game-play and the chaos that takes place when there are four players are brilliant and make for an extremely fun experience. Though almost all characters are fun to play with, most of the time you'll find this onePlaying this game with four people is such a blast. The variety of characters is more than sufficient for constant playing without feeling bored or fed up. The fast-paced game-play and the chaos that takes place when there are four players are brilliant and make for an extremely fun experience. Though almost all characters are fun to play with, most of the time you'll find this one character that really appeals to you and who you will stick with. Each character has their own unique move set that allows for engaging and intense game-play. It is this game that most excels in the crucial aspect of gaming: pure fun. Whether you got plenty of hours or a few minutes, this game is easy and fun to play which overall uplifts the mood, and it is absolutely entertaining regardless of the player's age.… Expand
  16. XJoseManuel10X
    Mar 8, 2019
    6
    PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale is a 2012 crossover fighting video game developed by SuperBot Entertainment, in conjunction with SCE Santa Monica Studio, and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.

    + Fun and Easy to Play + Well Designed Levels that Mash up Franchises + Crossplay / Save Beetwen PS3 and Vita - Poor Cutscenes - The Only Way to Win is With the Super Move - Final    PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale is a 2012 crossover fighting video game developed by SuperBot Entertainment, in conjunction with SCE Santa Monica Studio, and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.

    + Fun and Easy to Play
    + Well Designed Levels that Mash up Franchises
    + Crossplay / Save Beetwen PS3 and Vita
    - Poor Cutscenes
    - The Only Way to Win is With the Super Move
    - Final Boss is Meh

    My Score: 6/10    … Expand
  17. RiadXcobra
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    This is an amazing game! At first, it may look like a Smash Brothers, but if you really play it, and see what it is trying to do, I guarantee that you will love it. The gameplay is fast and frantic. The AP Meter is an amazing concept. The game is pretty balanced for the most part and overall, i would definitely recommend this game for anyone
  18. SamirMrtnz
    Oct 6, 2020
    8
    Es divertido, personajes clásicos de las consolas PlayStation aunque faltan grandes como Crash o Spyro, tiene varios que son buenos y recomiendo jugarlo con amigos porque sino es aburrido como cualquier juego de peleas, recomendable mas que todo a niños
  19. hector_bcn98
    Nov 10, 2022
    6
    Cómo hacer un Smash mal. Ciertamente aburrido, la mecánica para vencer no tenía ningún tipo de sentido y la recompensa por acabar el arcade era poco satisfactoria.
  20. Frogosapo
    Feb 9, 2021
    9
    O jogo e muito bom chega no nivel do smach bros mas tem alguns problemas fico meio estranho as animações por causa dos estilos diferentes de grafico e um bom jogo pra qyem gosta do estilo e é fã dos jogos classicos do ps3/ps2 recomendo
  21. Aarush
    May 14, 2021
    7
    This game was fun and smooth with some PlayStation fan service. But on the surface, this is still just a PlayStation Rip off of Smash bros. Everything about his screams Smash bros but without the charm. I had a lot of fun with this game but it has flaws. Like the fact that I just need Kratos and spam ⬜and win.
  22. F3T1W
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Parody smash bros. surpassed the original, amazing roster, elaborate moves, arenas, items
  23. LuissDt
    May 17, 2022
    8
    PlayStation All Stars Battle Royale could have been much better but its lack of content and many problems harm it, although it is entertaining enough to be a good game
  24. babyJHOPP
    Dec 28, 2021
    6
    The game is a pretty good experience. As a multiplayer title it is fun. but as a solo title it is boring, the campaign mode is boring and lackluster. I wish they added more bosses and stages like smash bros or street fighter. However the roster while not having all iconic PlayStation characters is ok. adding someone like Lara Croft or Leon Kennedy would make it more varied. Also addingThe game is a pretty good experience. As a multiplayer title it is fun. but as a solo title it is boring, the campaign mode is boring and lackluster. I wish they added more bosses and stages like smash bros or street fighter. However the roster while not having all iconic PlayStation characters is ok. adding someone like Lara Croft or Leon Kennedy would make it more varied. Also adding more PS1 characters would be fine. Lastly the gameplay is kinda flawed. but everything else is good… Expand
  25. Denderotto
    May 6, 2022
    8
    It has some flaws, like the "only level 3 kills" that is just annoying some times, and the roster with is not that great for a crossover game (specially in size); but is still easy to see how good the idea was, either with some well crafted movesets and the amazing stage-morph stuff happening, a clever gimmick. Playstation should have gave this project more support, and honestly I wouldIt has some flaws, like the "only level 3 kills" that is just annoying some times, and the roster with is not that great for a crossover game (specially in size); but is still easy to see how good the idea was, either with some well crafted movesets and the amazing stage-morph stuff happening, a clever gimmick. Playstation should have gave this project more support, and honestly I would love to see another shot on the same idea in the future. Give us a sequel, Sony.… Expand
  26. encitosara
    May 16, 2022
    10
    muy buen juego para la epoca y buen juego para la ps3 aun que estaria bueno que hubiera traido a crasch badicout pero buen exelente juego
  27. Warlod1
    Nov 28, 2022
    7
    Un videojuego de lucha inspirado en el Super Smash Bros, donde el rooster de personajes son diversos personajes iconicos de Playstation y algunos invitados de otras empresas.

    El apartado artistico según el escenario que se escoja varia para adaptarse a como es el diseño artistico de la frnaquicia de la que proviene, lo que es un buen punto, pero la cantidad de escenarios disponibles es    Un videojuego de lucha inspirado en el Super Smash Bros, donde el rooster de personajes son diversos personajes iconicos de Playstation y algunos invitados de otras empresas.

    El apartado artistico según el escenario que se escoja varia para adaptarse a como es el diseño artistico de la frnaquicia de la que proviene, lo que es un buen punto, pero la cantidad de escenarios disponibles es muy justo, hubiera sido mejor tener un par más de escenarios.

    La lista de canciones disponibles del videojuego posee canciones originales y otras de algunas de la franquicias que aparecen en el juego, y al igual que los esenarios, la lista de canciones es muy justa, hubiera sido mejor algunas más.

    Los personjes disponibles para el momento del lanzamiento eran suficiente, pero la cantidad que se agrego por medio de DLC fue insuficiente para un juego como este, donde se puede jugar de forma local de a 4 jugadores.

    Sobre los trofeos que el juego presenta, ninguno es problematico y te hacen por lo menos pasarte el juego con cada personaje y realizar ciertas acciones especificas, siendo esto también con los personajes DLC. Por otro lado lastimosamente el server prontamente fue cerrado por Playstation, por lo que los trofeos online del juego son ahora imposibles.

    Sobre los modos de juego locas, debo de mencionar que son muy divertidos para pasar el rato con amigos, jugando de a 2, 3 o 4 jugadores de forma local, pudiendo ser usada una PS Vita como mando. Por otro lado, de forma individual, una vez completado los arcades con cada personaje, ya no queda mucho que hacer.    … Expand
  28. HuevoAlce
    Jun 25, 2022
    6
    PlayStation fans will enjoy the character roster and their fighting moves. However, the game comes with a lackluster story (with lackluster character interactions) and strange balancing issues. Dumb fun.
  29. AceStonewall
    Nov 24, 2022
    7
    Un juego de lucha entretenido al que le pesa la falta de contenido y una jugabilidad más tosca que la de su competencia, aunque considerablemente más variada. Se siente la falta de interés de Sony en mantener vivo este tipo de proyectos, pero el cross-buy con PS-VITA (comprar las 2 versiones por el precio de una) es de buen trato al consumidor por parte de PlayStation. Que el on-lineUn juego de lucha entretenido al que le pesa la falta de contenido y una jugabilidad más tosca que la de su competencia, aunque considerablemente más variada. Se siente la falta de interés de Sony en mantener vivo este tipo de proyectos, pero el cross-buy con PS-VITA (comprar las 2 versiones por el precio de una) es de buen trato al consumidor por parte de PlayStation. Que el on-line tenga código debería estar clasificado como estafa.… Expand
  30. SebasthianCD24
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    tengo muchas buenas memorias con este juego, siempre a sido uno de mis favoritos y a pesar de no ser fan de juegos de este genero, este me engancho y mucho
  31. Lordbit4735
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    No se la gente porque lo odia tanto, a mi me encanta y me encanto, ojala incluso tuviera una secuela, no importa sea copia, Sony necesita un juego de este tipo.
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    May 15, 2023
    9
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 43 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 69
  3. Negative: 1 out of 69
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 15, 2013
    73
    Playstation All-Stars battle Royale: Not the all-star moment everyone was hoping for, Playstation All-Stars battle Royale is instead a decent enough fighter with serious balance problems and a boring cast. [March 2013]
  2. Toronto Sun
    Mar 6, 2013
    70
    It adds that element of strategizing, especially in online play, where a player can knock out all three of their opponents in fell swoop. Plus, much to my amazement, a character I had no experience using won me my first online match – thank you, Jak.
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  3. DailyGame
    Jan 30, 2013
    70
    Overall, PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale is mildly fun.
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