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  1. Sep 8, 2023
    10
    A simple story, with good plot. A simple gameplay with great progression. A lot of fun solo or in party.
  2. Jul 1, 2023
    8
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  3. Nov 16, 2022
    7
    Great setting and plenty of self awareness glibness in presentation. The game itself is pretty fun, though some of the move chains you need to navigate certain sections were more than a little but frustrating, but I usually did the old reliable walk away and come back the next day and got past those places. I would recommend it to anyone who doesn't mind this style of game not takingGreat setting and plenty of self awareness glibness in presentation. The game itself is pretty fun, though some of the move chains you need to navigate certain sections were more than a little but frustrating, but I usually did the old reliable walk away and come back the next day and got past those places. I would recommend it to anyone who doesn't mind this style of game not taking itself seriously. Expand
  4. Nov 1, 2022
    9
    Eu adoro a temática desse jogo, a cultura mexicana é tão vasta e bonita, sendo foi muito bem representada aqui. As mecânicas, a música principalmente, o visual, é tudo muito bem colocado, vibrante e intenso. A história é muito boa também, e a variedade de mapas torna a aventura única. Existe até mesmo multiplayer! Realmente um dos melhores jogos que já vi.
  5. Sep 25, 2022
    8
    This is the very first metroidvania I played and I loved it. It does a fantastic job of being approachable while not being too simplistic.
  6. Mar 19, 2021
    9
    I remember playing this game a few years ago and I have to say that it was a solid experience.
  7. Mar 3, 2021
    10
    Easy 10. I didn’t think I could like a wrestling game so much but it really is a true “metroidvania”. #1: gorgeous looking game packed with vibrant environments, wonderful tracks, and hilarious characters. #2: combat is very fun and addictive. #3: switching between land of the living & the dead is really awesome and works very well. #4: sick platform jumping sections. #5: Two player co-opEasy 10. I didn’t think I could like a wrestling game so much but it really is a true “metroidvania”. #1: gorgeous looking game packed with vibrant environments, wonderful tracks, and hilarious characters. #2: combat is very fun and addictive. #3: switching between land of the living & the dead is really awesome and works very well. #4: sick platform jumping sections. #5: Two player co-op is an absolute riot! My girlfriend and I cannot stop playing Guacamelee! I’m an old school 80’s NES kid so I love these types of games. When I hear kids today saying they’re bored of this game after a few hours it’s pretty disconcerting. This is a classic bro. Expand
  8. Dec 19, 2020
    7
    A fun and charming metroidvania, Guacamelee engages players with a tried and tested formula and a creative coat of paint. It has aesthetic appeal and solid enough gameplay. However the combat and platforming can become a little tedious towards the end. The story comes off as generic as well.
  9. Jul 21, 2020
    9
    If Hollow Knight is the best Metroidvania for it's world design and lore, Guacamelee might be best with the combat and powers. At the very beginning it feels pretty standard but the more abilities you unlock, the more genius you realize how well everything clicks together. All the fighting moves you obtain are not only insanely satisfying to chain together in combat, they also double asIf Hollow Knight is the best Metroidvania for it's world design and lore, Guacamelee might be best with the combat and powers. At the very beginning it feels pretty standard but the more abilities you unlock, the more genius you realize how well everything clicks together. All the fighting moves you obtain are not only insanely satisfying to chain together in combat, they also double as platforming techniques you use to further explore the world. It's a blast, easily one of the must-plays of the genre. Expand
  10. Feb 7, 2019
    9
    Astounding level design with an homage to the OG Super Mario Bros. This is one of a few games that made me scream frustratingly (and joyfully). Definitely one of the most well-crafted platformer I've ever played.
  11. Oct 27, 2018
    8
    Voto 80/100.
    Notevole il lato artistico e comico del gioco, per non parlare di quello storico e culturale.
    Gameplay tosto e gratificante. Non regala però, emozioni tali da renderlo un must have ed, inoltre, non invoglia il giocatore a completarlo al 100%, dopo la fine della storia principale.
  12. Sep 28, 2018
    8
    Guacamelee! is a Metroidvania game, starring a luchador fighter who wants to save his kidnapped girl from the evil Calaca. Gameplay-wise it's nothing extraordinary, innovative or even challenging (only in the final few stages is there any real sense of challenge) but it's still very fun to play. The Mexican themes, lore, music and colorful art style make Guacamelee! stand out from otherGuacamelee! is a Metroidvania game, starring a luchador fighter who wants to save his kidnapped girl from the evil Calaca. Gameplay-wise it's nothing extraordinary, innovative or even challenging (only in the final few stages is there any real sense of challenge) but it's still very fun to play. The Mexican themes, lore, music and colorful art style make Guacamelee! stand out from other games in the genre. On PS4 the game has been expanded relative to the original PS Vita version, hence the Capcom-like "Super Turbo Championship Edition" name. New additions are the multiplayer co-op for up to 4 players, a few new areas in the map to explore, and some challenges to complete. It's a little short (roughly 6 hours to complete the main story, with no challenges and just a little collectible hunting), but Guacamelee! doesn't overstay its welcome. It's a great little game. Expand
  13. Aug 8, 2018
    8
    GUACAMELEE! SUPER TURBO CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
    The definitive guacamelee
    Guacamelee is a metroidvania meats brawler game where you play as a luchador that sets out to save the daughter of el president And the super turbo championship edition makes this must play classic even better, expanding its world, adding bosses, abilities story and adding in about 2 extra hours of gameplay So if
    GUACAMELEE! SUPER TURBO CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
    The definitive guacamelee
    Guacamelee is a metroidvania meats brawler game where you play as a luchador that sets out to save the daughter of el president
    And the super turbo championship edition makes this must play classic even better, expanding its world, adding bosses, abilities story and adding in about 2 extra hours of gameplay
    So if you haven’t played guacamelee before, this is the version to get…
    This metroidvania took me around 6 and a half hours to complete and can be played with up to 4 player cooperatively…
    After hearing so many great things I as excited to go back and play this game before guacamelee 2 came out, and boy am I happy I did…
    admittedly guacamelee took so time to grow on me.. I didn’t instantly fall in love… at first I was a little confused why everyone loves it so much… sure the art style is nice and the game is full of humor.. But the gameplay, the platforming... it all felt super simple and button mashy… but as the game goes on it just gets better and better…
    no 2 hours of this game feels the same… the game slowly spoon feeds you new abilities that are mostly for traversing, allowing you to go back to past areas if you’d like for its collectables to help upgrade your health or endurance, but these also double as combat moves for the challenging and constantly engaging combat moments…
    the game increasingly gets challenging with both its platforming as well as with its enemies it introduces.. So you never feel like you’re just going through the motions... every minute of this game is engaging and keeps you hooked… there are costumes you can unlock to challenge you more or balance the character more towards your play style.. This is such a complete package from start to finish, a world that entices you to explore for its secrets, so many moments I would laugh out loud at the dialog, decently challenging bosses...
    I actually felt like bosses were more of the time to relax and breathe before you’re thrown back out into platforming through this world… guacamelee is wonderfully placed and is a must play game for platforming fans or metroidvania fans alike
    I give GUACAMELEE! SUPER TURBO CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION
    an 8.5/10
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  14. Mar 4, 2017
    7
    It's a fun complete edition of the great Vita game but it added a few whole sections, another boss, and unblockable attacks which, I think, fail at improving on a great game. It's still fun and fantastic but I'd say the Vita version is better.
  15. Sep 15, 2016
    8
    Very fun, beautiful, cheap and cool game to play, playing it coop it's just a whole lot of fun, waaay more than alone, be sure to play it coop! If you want to have some fun with your friends, without having to play too much money, Guacamelee is a great option!
  16. May 6, 2016
    9
    What starts as a bland beat em up during the first quarter- half way point of the game quickly turns into one of the most fun/challenging platforming beat-em up in recent memory for me. The fighting sequence also evolves as the game goes along, making smashing buttons turn into fun/ challenging combat. Add in diverse enemies, and this game evolves from a mindless beat em up to a rewardingWhat starts as a bland beat em up during the first quarter- half way point of the game quickly turns into one of the most fun/challenging platforming beat-em up in recent memory for me. The fighting sequence also evolves as the game goes along, making smashing buttons turn into fun/ challenging combat. Add in diverse enemies, and this game evolves from a mindless beat em up to a rewarding challenge as the game goes along. Once you get all your core powers, the game really shines, especially in the platforming department. It was very fun to branch out just to look for chests, and the challenge of the fun platforming you need to get through to get to your reward. The story was meh, but this game is all about gameplay and exploring/platforming. The boss battles were fun and challenging, and the small side quests were unique and rewarding. You really can sink in a decent amount of hours for this game, and for the pirce of it, I say it is well worth it. If it wasn't for the slow start to this game, I probably would've given this a 10. Expand
  17. Mar 2, 2016
    9
    Great, unique art style! Crisp graphics! Excellent Metroidvania level design. Fantastic, unique combat system. Just wish it had a few more dungeons.
  18. Jan 18, 2016
    9
    This game is brilliant with an outstanding art direction.
    The game is a not so innovative platformer, but has some clever solution and the execution it's impeccable.
    Good learning curve with interesting move and an interesting folkloristical story set in Mexico. The lonely downside I found is the button smashing fight that sometime hurt my finger muscle... but i'm not sure it's a really
    This game is brilliant with an outstanding art direction.
    The game is a not so innovative platformer, but has some clever solution and the execution it's impeccable.
    Good learning curve with interesting move and an interesting folkloristical story set in Mexico.
    The lonely downside I found is the button smashing fight that sometime hurt my finger muscle... but i'm not sure it's a really cons :)

    Conclusion: an indie title that you will love alone and with your friends.
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  19. Jan 8, 2016
    10
    I got to say this is an awesome game, I totally recommend it if you like metroidvanias. In my opinion, this is one of the best metroidvanias out there. The story is quite simple and it is not the strongest point of the game compared to other metroidvanias, although it is good enough and gives our hero an excuse to do what he does. The setting, music, graphics etc are simply great; it feelsI got to say this is an awesome game, I totally recommend it if you like metroidvanias. In my opinion, this is one of the best metroidvanias out there. The story is quite simple and it is not the strongest point of the game compared to other metroidvanias, although it is good enough and gives our hero an excuse to do what he does. The setting, music, graphics etc are simply great; it feels quirky, zany and very funny. The gameplay is perfect, it is easy to play and complete the main story, but hard to master (e.g. doing massively long combos) and get the 100%. Best of puzzling platforming metroidvania, if MV are your kind of thing you cannot let this one escape. Expand
  20. Dec 17, 2015
    8
    Guacamelee is a fun mashup of a platformer and a beat 'em up that plays much like a Metroid style game. It is a little too long and relies on back-tracking to much. Some of the boss attacks are also cheap, spreading damage across nearly the entire screen. On the whole, though, this game brought back that Nintendo feeling.

    The fantasy Mexico setting is full of video game in-jokes. The
    Guacamelee is a fun mashup of a platformer and a beat 'em up that plays much like a Metroid style game. It is a little too long and relies on back-tracking to much. Some of the boss attacks are also cheap, spreading damage across nearly the entire screen. On the whole, though, this game brought back that Nintendo feeling.

    The fantasy Mexico setting is full of video game in-jokes. The enemies are incredibly varied, especially the bosses. The attacks are easy enough to employ, and even I, a button masher through and through, could pull off a few combos.

    The back tracking and boss fights did bother me both from a practical standpoint and philosophically. Practically, I don't want to waste my time running around the game world. There are teleportation points on the map for faster travel, but this concession would be unnecessary if the game world was designed as linearly as the story. (I had the same complaint with the more impressive looking "Dust: An Elysian Tale".) Some of the boss fights also took too long. The bosses with timed, area of affect attacks are a throwback and work well with the retro-feel of Guacamelee. Some of the boss attacks, are too cheap and cover too much of the screen. The final boss battle is grueling, Maybe its my age showing, but I value the quality of the experience more than the quantity.

    Philosophically, I believe this game was made for the hard core gamer and those gamers are served well. For a casual gamer, such as my children, this game could be too frustratingly difficult. And it's not just the boss battles. Some of the platforming requires expert timing and precise button control. What will happen to this genre if all the games present a barrier to entry?
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  21. Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Excellent 2d platformer! It's got style, humor, interesting combo's system, level design and it's beautifully drawn. Difficulty levels are well-thought-out: it doesn't matter if you are a casual or a hardcore gamer - you'll find what's best for you.
    Completing all challenges and searching for every orb is tuff but rewarding (if you find all of them you'll have different ending), just
    Excellent 2d platformer! It's got style, humor, interesting combo's system, level design and it's beautifully drawn. Difficulty levels are well-thought-out: it doesn't matter if you are a casual or a hardcore gamer - you'll find what's best for you.
    Completing all challenges and searching for every orb is tuff but rewarding (if you find all of them you'll have different ending), just remember that practice makes perfect.
    Definitely worth you time if you enjoy platformers.
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  22. Nov 7, 2015
    8
    Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
    hat einen tollen Grafik-Stil, klasse Musik und Humor.
    Man spielt Juan den Luchadoren und verdrescht in einem 2D Plattformer seine Feinde. Alle haben andere Taktiken und Angriffsmethoden, auch die Bosskämpfe sind anspruchsvoll und spaßig. Man selber erlernt neue Fähigkeiten für den Kampf sowie die Umgebung um neue Wege zu gehen oder Secrets zu
    Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
    hat einen tollen Grafik-Stil, klasse Musik und Humor.
    Man spielt Juan den Luchadoren und verdrescht in einem 2D Plattformer seine Feinde. Alle haben andere Taktiken und Angriffsmethoden, auch die Bosskämpfe sind anspruchsvoll und spaßig. Man selber erlernt neue Fähigkeiten für den Kampf sowie die Umgebung um neue Wege zu gehen oder Secrets zu finden. Guacamelee hat viel Charme und macht Spaß !!!
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  23. Nov 6, 2015
    9
    Great art style, great sound work, great gameplay, great fun. If you've played Metroidvania games, you will know what to expect from this one, and it's fun when it comes down to playing it. The combat is responsive, and even when you feel overwhelmed it doesn't feel as if you can't complete it.
  24. Sep 30, 2015
    8
    A genuinely decent platformer which excels as a couch co-op game. It has a nice theme and soundtrack; although there's no real story and the aesthetics could do with a bit more work. It is however, a wacky game with some comical moments. The gameplay is a nice mix of platforming and combat; with the mechanics being particularly refreshing. Despite the relatively large set of actions, itA genuinely decent platformer which excels as a couch co-op game. It has a nice theme and soundtrack; although there's no real story and the aesthetics could do with a bit more work. It is however, a wacky game with some comical moments. The gameplay is a nice mix of platforming and combat; with the mechanics being particularly refreshing. Despite the relatively large set of actions, it doesn't feel overwhelming. The dimension-swapping is used particularly well throughout the game. Its semi-open-world nature allows for some additional challenges, side quests and collectibles. The enemies aren't repetitive and are satisfying to fight against. Combat is simple and intuitive but has enough depth to avoid repetition - especially given the variety of enemies and the use of dimensions and shields which require special moves to break. However, the game falls short at times chiefly because of the way it handles two players on screen. If you are playing as a guest on a local system, Player 1 always has "priority" meaning that if the guest overcomes a platforming section whilst Player 1 fails, the game has a 3 second timer for which, regardless of where you may be, the guest is respawned back to where Player 1 is. The "bubble" used to spawn players is particularly annoying as having to navigate to where the other player is isn't always easy when the screen is cluttered with enemies. The game also has far too much combat relative to platforming; which is a shame given the excellent platforming mechanics which can only really be appreciated fully in the Infierno challenges. If the game had more of these challenges, it would be better. The character customisation is nice and simple but could allow for more options. It is often difficult to keep track of one's character during flashy combat sections with lots of enemies. For a PS4 game, it is definitely not a graphically pleasing game - it looks like a mobile game. However, given the small team that made it, the amount of content, quality and the price, I would definitely recommend it as an excellent co-operative game that almost anyone can enjoy. Expand
  25. Sep 22, 2015
    8
    Platformas de acción muy entretenido y con una jugabilidad muy profunda. No es demasiado largo pero vale la pena jugarlo y disfrutar de su fino sentido del humor.
  26. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    It's probably the best game I played on PS4. It has a challenging gameplay, superb game design a fun plot and very satisfactory combat. It's an excellent metroidvania that renews the style. I mean, it's clearly inspired by metroid and castlevania, but it doesn't attempt to copy them, it has its own identity, plus the combat, with very diverse and, most important, useful combos is somethingIt's probably the best game I played on PS4. It has a challenging gameplay, superb game design a fun plot and very satisfactory combat. It's an excellent metroidvania that renews the style. I mean, it's clearly inspired by metroid and castlevania, but it doesn't attempt to copy them, it has its own identity, plus the combat, with very diverse and, most important, useful combos is something unique. It's rare to find a game where everything you have at disposal is useful and there's not a feature (weapon, power, etc) that is unbalanced with the others (being too strong or too weak). Seriously, if like a challenging and well balanced game, try this one.

    Plus, the artstyle is beautiful and the puzzles are very nice.
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  27. Jul 23, 2015
    8
    I must say that this game really surprised me. I didn't expect for it to be this entertaining. "Guacamelee" is a very fun game to play. It is a bit challenging in certain parts but nothing is impossible. This game also has some very funny puns. The story is nice and so is the combat, but it can get repetitive.
  28. Jun 22, 2015
    9
    This is a great game. its a bit difficult, harkening back to the days of old when video games didnt hold your hand so its not for everyone, but it's bright colors, catchy music and game play can absorb you if you give it a chance.
  29. Jun 17, 2015
    6
    This game reminds me of my ex wife, in that it can be super confusing but I'm still drawn to it sexually. Unlike my ex wife, it is really funny and entertains for more than 10 minutes. There is about 10 hours of gameplay here. The combat can be repetitive, but who really cares if you're having fun. The main downside to this game are the "puzzles" you must solve to progress in the came. ToThis game reminds me of my ex wife, in that it can be super confusing but I'm still drawn to it sexually. Unlike my ex wife, it is really funny and entertains for more than 10 minutes. There is about 10 hours of gameplay here. The combat can be repetitive, but who really cares if you're having fun. The main downside to this game are the "puzzles" you must solve to progress in the came. To be honest, I'm still stuck in the Water Temple from Ocarina of Time, so I'm not exactly a stud when it comes to puzzles in video games. Much like Forrest Gump, I am not a smart man. Unlike Forrest Gump, my wife doesn't have AIDS lolol.... because I don't have a wife anymore. Anyways, my 2-year-old stepson must be a friggin genius because he helped me through the puzzle parts of Guacamelee.
    In summation, this game is pretty good, but didn't hold my attention like it did for other individuals. It's probably a good thing because I need to get started on my taxes. Oh shoot, it's already June 17?! Oh wait, I have no income so it doesn't even matter. Hah! Suck it IRS
    6/10
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  30. Jun 7, 2015
    9
    Gameplay

    Guacamelee starts with an average Joe type of character turned into a super luchador after a series of unfortunate events. The combination of humor, great combat design, and a unique Mexican art style make for a great cohesive experience. Combat: The combat reminds me of a wrestling game mixed with a fighting game. There is so much satisfaction launching opponents into the
    Gameplay

    Guacamelee starts with an average Joe type of character turned into a super luchador after a series of unfortunate events. The combination of humor, great combat design, and a unique Mexican art style make for a great cohesive experience.

    Combat: The combat reminds me of a wrestling game mixed with a fighting game. There is so much satisfaction launching opponents into the air, getting a 3 hit combo, then transitioning into a bone crunching suplex. As the protagonist wears a luchador outfit, there is a strong emphasis on wrestling moves like the super frog splash. This game is the best thing to happen for wrestling fans and fighting games alike. As the game progressively gets more difficult, your moveset can be upgraded and larger combos can be generated. There are also more enemies on screen, which plays great into the ability to suplex or throw opponents into one another. Doing so can launch another opponent into the air that can be followed up with more combos and the following sequence can be repeated. Skilled players can easily get 200 hit combos, the largest I got was 117.

    Progression: Staying true to the theme of the game, the user acquires Pesos based on enemies defeated, treasures found, and the length of the combos during battles. Upgrades are pretty expensive, so the player is forced to decide what exactly they want to build out. You are not forced to grind at any point, but you do have the freedom to go back and defeat more enemies for more Pesos if you wish. There did not seem to be a limit on upgrades, and from some footage I've seen online there were people that had far more life and stamina than I did. I was able to complete the game without having to go back at any point though. Defeating bosses gives you sliver coins, which are used to buy skins or outfits. Buying outfits usually consist of a trade off, for example "hits drain life of enemies, but player has 50% normal health". You can switch outfits at any checkpoint though, so its fun to try out different outfits and see what suits your play style.

    Story

    The story emulates Super Mario. Superboss has your love, you chase them through the game, and you defeat a bunch of sub-bosses along the way. At one point, there is even a tribute to Mario during a boss battle, which was awesome. The dialogue stayed true to the Mexican theme throughout the entire experience. Characters periodically speak Spanish, and names of characters are slang Spanish (Mexican) which brings authenticity and humor to the dialogue. I could not believe the people that made this game were from Canada. The writing is funny and keeps you engaged, but the focus of the game is gameplay. I was happy the story was written concise and dense enough to allow for quick, purposeful dialogue that allowed me to get back into the action.

    Art

    Environment: There is a clear influence on the art that resides with Mexico itself. The color palette is very festive and bright, and I think I've seen every major color in this game. Even the dead dimension has neon incorporated within it, making everything feel very alive and fast paced. It makes for a very pleasing look that never seems to let up. There are details and works of art in every corner of the game. From the skeletons that resemble the known day of the dead art style to the design of the villages, each element of this game was carefully thought out and executed cleanly.

    Animation: With the amount of enemy types and NPC characters I was surprised I did not feel like there were shortcuts taken with animation. It seemed each enemy had their own thing going on and nobody shared moves or animations. With 2D games often times there are things that get re-used and it is easily identified. I appreciated the fact that this was either hidden very well or not done at all. Along with the rest of the art style, animation was flawless and there isn't much else to say than that.

    Conclusion

    A must have. The game is accessible to people of all ages. It is friendly enough for kids yet mature enough for a hardcore gamer myself. It reminds me of watching a Pixar movie where hidden jokes are added that only adults understand. When I was done playing, all I wanted to do was play more. The combat system is the star of this game because it is so addicting, but supported very well by the art style and authentic Mexican folklore that is both educational and fun to experience.
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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Mar 27, 2015
    95
    If you miss retro side-scrollers, or simply like guacamole, this game is a must play.
  2. CD-Action
    Oct 22, 2014
    80
    If you’re not familiar with the previous PC version, the Super Turbo Championship Edition is worth a look. [Sept 2014, p.59]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Aug 25, 2014
    85
    Packed with added content and smart mechanical revisions. This PS4 version is worth revisiting, even if the original was nacho thing. [September 2014, p77]