Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game - Complete Edition

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Wccftech
    Jan 13, 2021
    73
    Scott Pilgrim Versus the World Complete Edition certainly aims to be a faithful collection of this decade-old RPG brawler but with a near-zero list of improvements, it's tough to call Scott Pilgrim's adventure anything more than a pre-wrapped gift to the fans.
  2. We Got This Covered
    Jan 24, 2021
    70
    Best enjoyed with a group of friends, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game deserved to be saved from digital purgatory. However, not even the thumping soundtrack and pleasant visuals can save it from being a rough go for solo gamers.
  3. CGMagazine
    Jan 18, 2021
    70
    At its heart, Scott Pilgrim is a simple beat ‘em up that struggles with pacing. But once it gets going, it reveals itself to be a colourful and engaging throwback to an era of video games long gone. And while it is better played alongside some friends, Scott Pilgrim’s got enough personality to make it worth experiencing retro Toronto even by yourself.
  5. Gamers Heroes
    Jan 17, 2021
    70
    Barring its numerous bugs and shoddy netcode, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition captures the spirit of the IP quite well. The leveling system makes the title a bit of a cakewalk, but the presentation makes up for its shortcomings.
  6. Push Square
    Jan 16, 2021
    70
    It's really a simple little game, but it's one so full of personality. Not only does it contain all the major beats of the story you'd expect, but there are lots of small references to other games to find in Scott's chunky, pixelated hometown. The music adds to the effect a lot; Anamanaguchi's chiptune soundtrack is a delight. If you enjoy a straightforward beat-'em-up, this is well worth a look, even if you're not a fan of the source material — though it definitely helps.
  7. Hardcore Gamer
    Jan 13, 2021
    70
    Scott Pilgrim vs The World: The Game – Complete Edition is an enjoyable throwback to beat ’em up games and having access to the game with all the DLC after its several year hiatus is a welcome return. Its short campaign makes it ideal to whittle away a few hours in a single sitting with friends. It’s patterned after retro beat ’em ups and does a good job of recreating an authentic retro experience. On its own gameplay merits it isn’t as good of a beat ’em up as other recent revivals or the best classics, but the outlandish and colorful game world and characters make the overall experience more enjoyable and memorable. For Scott Pilgrim fans and beat ’em up fans in general, Scott Pilgrim vs The World: The Game – Complete Edition is well worth your time.
  8. Het Nieuwsblad
    Feb 22, 2021
    60
    In just four hours you're all set, but thanks to the multiplayer mode you can easily add several more hours. For less than 15 euros you can't expect an absolute masterpiece, but you get some carefree entertainment that will catapult you back to the 90s.
  9. XGN
    Feb 8, 2021
    60
    While the complete edition is a fun blast from the past Scott Pilgrim vs The World The Game it is just that. It's a game from a different time that has some trouble keeping up with the new games in town. The addition of an online co-op is nice though.
  10. Digital Trends
    Jan 13, 2021
    60
    Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game — Complete Edition is a much-needed re-release that faithfully preserves the long lost original. The outdated beat-’em-up combat and light features may not live up to fans’ almost mythological memory, but just being able to find that out is a victory in its own right.
  11. COGconnected
    Jan 25, 2021
    59
    Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition isn’t going to win any awards. Hell, I doubt anyone remembers it’s out come March. And that’s probably where it should rest. It’s got a banging’ soundtrack, but you can listen to that without having to play it. Are you and three of your friends the biggest Scott Pilgrim fans on the planet? Okay, you got me. This will probably be the greatest thing to happen since Matthew Patel got the stuffing whipped out of him.
  12. 4P.de
    Jan 19, 2021
    58
    Technically clean remaster of the pixel-brawler. Mechanically, on the other hand, time wasn’t kind and left Scott Pilgrim behind most of the competition.
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  1. The Verge
    Jan 13, 2021
    The gameplay is solid, if not as deep as some of its contemporaries or more recent titles like Streets of Rage 4. But, like the movie version of Scott Pilgrim, it’s also incredibly stylish. Fighting enemies is really just an excuse to see the gorgeous pixel art and listen to the amazing soundtrack. Sometimes, after clearing out a wave of enemies, I’ll just sit for a second to soak in the sound and visuals. I’ve been playing on the PS5 via backwards compatibility, and the experience holds up extremely well.

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User Score
6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 25
  3. Negative: 7 out of 25
  1. gameguy4ever123
    Jan 16, 2021
    7
    I missed out on the original release of Scott Pilgrim vs, The World : The Game on ps3, 360 and pc.. but i did at least catch the demo to itI missed out on the original release of Scott Pilgrim vs, The World : The Game on ps3, 360 and pc.. but i did at least catch the demo to it back then and thought it was fun.. which made the fact that it was delisted even more annoying.. now that i've had the chance to dive into the PS4 version of the rerelease, I have to say... it's.. decent but flawed. The game has you going through side scrolling stages and is reminiscent of games like Double Dragon or Streets of Rage fight punching and kicking enemies, collecting coins from the defeated foes as well as leveling up with slight RPG mechanics... The pixel art visuals still look quite good in the rerelease, and having it include the dlc is nice as is the low price of $15... but it suffers from things like stiff movement which allows enemies to get hits on you too easily, the effects audio( attack sounds) being somewhat muffled under the music (even with music turned way down, the attack sounds are just too low) and worse, the extreme difficulty.. it's not a game for someone that gets easily frustrated by cheap deaths caused by unblockable attacks, long enemies attack combos, overly strong bosses and no mid stage checkmarks... and the fact that you have to repeatedly die and use the picked up cash to level up your stats, go through lose all your lives again and repeats till you can level up enough to be effective feels cheap and unnecessarily padded.... it's not a terrible game by any means.. but it is harder then it needs to be (even if you cheat to have power of love sword at start of every stage).. so be warned before playing .… Full Review »
  2. frederik1478
    Jul 29, 2021
    8
    One of the best games to play with your friends the soundtrack is awesome and it looks awesome and fighting is awesome I cannot say anythingOne of the best games to play with your friends the soundtrack is awesome and it looks awesome and fighting is awesome I cannot say anything bad about this game I love it . And if you loved a movie like I do that it cannot get any better… Full Review »
  3. sergioeidi
    Mar 29, 2021
    8
    SPVTW:TG is a great game and a homage to the whole game scenery in general, a full basket of easter eggs and references (just like the comicSPVTW:TG is a great game and a homage to the whole game scenery in general, a full basket of easter eggs and references (just like the comic and the movie).
    There are several criticism here about this game (some are correct) so I will try to help you if you should buy this game or not.

    First of all, this is a beat'em up, so I assume you're a fan of the genre. Secondly, it's about the Scott Pilgrim Universe so of course you'll enjoy it 1000 times more if you're already a fan.

    And lastly, the whole gameplay is based/inspired by NES' River City Ransom (RCR). Everything. You have stat upgrades through shopping and items, heavy "weapon" usage and overwhelming enemy count and behavior. Controllers are also almost the same as RCR (a little frustrating as well). FOR ME its not an issue, I think controlling your character is really nice. If you're struggling and getting your ass handed to you, either level up a little more (you unlock new moves by leveling up) or spend your money on useful food (some only restores HP while others permanently raises your stats).

    That said:
    PROS:
    - REALLY awesome music by Anamanaguchi
    - Graphics
    - 4 player
    - Really nice story and very faithful to the comics if your're a fan
    - Enjoyable even if your're not a SP fan

    CONS:
    - It is, all in all, an unbalanced game. You're very underpowered on the beginning and can be almost a god in the end (it's very satisfiying though)
    - Gameplay wise, you're knocked down a lot and it's very annoying. Everytime you're knocked down it takes 2, 3 seconds to stand up. To be knocked down again. Later in the game you get a move to "cancel" knocking while falling but still annoys me.
    - There is a nasty bug (ps4pro and ps5) game freezing on the end of stage 3. Ubisoft didnt fix this yet. Solution: scale down resolution to 720p on your system settings.
    - Requires a little bit of grinding if you really wanto to get stronger. By grinding I mean spending 60-90minutes replaying some missions to get money to buy upgrades. It's fun if you're playing with friends, though, and you can also lend money to them to balance things.
    - Shopping is slow and trial and error for stat boosting, you dont know what stat will be enhanced unless you buy it first or look on the internet.
    - Some bugs here and there (nothing major except the Stage 3 but mentioned above)

    SPVTW:TG is a GREAT game to play alone or with friends, a basket full of easter eggs and a really great soundtrack to listen to while you fight all 7 stages kicking hipster ass. it is a little unbalanced at first so difficulty can oscilate but if you have grown on the 80s-2000 you are probably accostumed to this kind of gameplay so buy it and enjoy.    … Full Review »
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