Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan

 PlayStation 4
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5.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 184 Ratings

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  1. Stafmeister
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    I thought the game was quite fun to play, I liked the art style and it's amazing the difference between being able to bottom mash and pay limited attention on Easy to playing on Very Hard and actually having to play the game. The online co-op is good, however I would have preferred a local co-op option. Good trip down memory lane with the turtles.
  2. marvelousmarien
    May 28, 2016
    10
    So everybody just beat it on normal in 6 hours and says its bad, its a great beat em up try playing it on hard and very hard its a totally diffrent game and people saying it repetitive well in the old tmnt games all you basicly do is jump kick the bosses in a corner .....this is a solid attempet at making a new school beat em up only issue i have is you cant throw or grab enemies
  3. xchimpyx
    May 24, 2016
    10
    This game is more of a 8.5/10 but I give this a 10/10 on here cause of the annoying little kids bringing the score down for no reason that have not played the game yet. The voice acting is amazing and brings back nostalgia from the classic ninja turtles cartoon. This game is a must get for any TMNT fan.
  4. Fluxing
    May 24, 2016
    8
    If you enjoyed Transformers Devastation, you'll enjoy this too!

    This gets a 8 IF you are playing with 3 other friends as it's very rewarding. Solo play is a harder as you are technically controlling all 4 Turtles, and the AI isn't top notch. Solo Play I'd give it a 6/10. Treat it like an arcade game - you'll probably beat it in one sitting. at just over £20 on Steam it is WELL    If you enjoyed Transformers Devastation, you'll enjoy this too!

    This gets a 8 IF you are playing with 3 other friends as it's very rewarding. Solo play is a harder as you are technically controlling all 4 Turtles, and the AI isn't top notch.

    Solo Play I'd give it a 6/10.

    Treat it like an arcade game - you'll probably beat it in one sitting. at just over £20 on Steam it is WELL worth it, I probably would of been pissed if I paid £40 on console for it...    … Expand
  5. Gajoyner
    May 24, 2016
    8
    I Have Pre-order this game and i have play from 6 hours in normal mode and i love it great story great and later on i be playing hard and very hard it true that the game is shorter than transformer but it still much funs and hopes you and rest of people appreciation
  6. SaltySalute
    May 24, 2016
    10
    This one's been getting some flak for not being a more straightforward action game like Platinum's other titles. But the blend of combo based action game with more tactical RPG elements actually works very well. MIM has a great graphical style derived from the current IDW Turtles comic, which I'm a fan of. They captured the look perfectly. The plot is bland to be fair but there's stillThis one's been getting some flak for not being a more straightforward action game like Platinum's other titles. But the blend of combo based action game with more tactical RPG elements actually works very well. MIM has a great graphical style derived from the current IDW Turtles comic, which I'm a fan of. They captured the look perfectly. The plot is bland to be fair but there's still enjoyable character interaction here and there.

    The game-play for traversal is very satisfying as well. It can be fun to just jump around and collect items in-between the missions on each level.

    Don't listen to the naysayers. Give the game a shot and you may be pleasantly surprised.    … Expand
  7. JAX85
    May 24, 2016
    9
    I love this game from 20 years ago and i love Ninja Turtles for ever. this game has very good gameplay and graphic. best hack and slash game , very nice bosses , very good action and fighting system.
  8. Mako_Solider_X
    May 25, 2016
    9
    This is the TMNT game we've been waiting for. Each Turtle feels different Mikey's fast but doesn't hit as hard as the others for example. Traversing the levels is a blast grinding on rails and using a parachute like shell to glide ,climbing buildings swinging around poles etc. It's obvious a lot of love when into this game each characters dialogue fits them perfectly. The Boss fights haveThis is the TMNT game we've been waiting for. Each Turtle feels different Mikey's fast but doesn't hit as hard as the others for example. Traversing the levels is a blast grinding on rails and using a parachute like shell to glide ,climbing buildings swinging around poles etc. It's obvious a lot of love when into this game each characters dialogue fits them perfectly. The Boss fights have some hidden surprises and takes a bit of thought to take each of them down dodging at the right time etc. Not going to say there the most strategic boss encounters but fun none the less
    Don't believe the it's only 3-4 hours, The only way you're clearing this game that fast if your playing on easy and rushing through it. My friends and I spent over 2 hours alone completing the first level on the hardest difficulty.
    The game does not offer couch co-op( online multi-player only which sucks for anyone looking to play at home with friends /family
    For me personally that wasn't a big issue but I agree it should've had it.    … Expand
  9. Enigmav1
    May 24, 2016
    9
    So here is the deal it's a fun beat em up with some rpg and great online coop the game has a short story yes but the cool thing is on your second play through on hard there are some things that are very different I scored this a 9 because fun combat fun coop and great story out weighs it's flaws to be honest a lot of people will prob insult this game but here are some facts most games areSo here is the deal it's a fun beat em up with some rpg and great online coop the game has a short story yes but the cool thing is on your second play through on hard there are some things that are very different I scored this a 9 because fun combat fun coop and great story out weighs it's flaws to be honest a lot of people will prob insult this game but here are some facts most games are repetitive as long as you enjoy the game it won't tax you honestly to each their own at the end of the day if you like beat em ups and like turtles this is a get it takes the cool fighting of the turtles and give you the bosses you love. Enjoy and keep playing… Expand
  10. MVGB84
    May 24, 2016
    10
    Very very good.perfect graphics and controlls. Review perfect please.This game is very good game play.I love turtles ninja.Bosses incredibles and medium dificulty
  11. DiMitSU
    May 25, 2016
    9
    Just picked this up last night and I'm actually really enjoying the game. Found 3 other guys to play with using the online search option I'm really impressed with.
  12. SanicTehHegehog
    May 28, 2016
    10
    AMAZING GAME! On my list of games, I'd put this RIGHT next to CORY IN THE HOUSE, the most PERFECT game EVER! Of course, another game might come out that is better than this one that deserves the spot net to Cory, but for now...THIS GAME TAKES IT!!
  13. nicknasty14
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Heres for all the stupid trolls in here giving the game a zero, that have not even played it!!!! Its a great fun 90s arcade style hack and slash turtles game! Stop whining because its not a lengthy 30 plus hour game with tons of worthless side missions. Isn't that type of game! What did you morons expect? Awesome cel shaded graphics! Having fun and thats what its all about!
  14. RafaelVieri
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Even though it's worse than the PS2 3D beat'em up games as far as content is concerned, there's a lot of fun to be had in this very short game. Remember when games were games and didn't last 400 hours to beat, and yet you came back to it almost everyday and just didn't care?
    That's exactly what this is. It didn't take long to beat, but I'll return to it over and over and over again. If    Even though it's worse than the PS2 3D beat'em up games as far as content is concerned, there's a lot of fun to be had in this very short game. Remember when games were games and didn't last 400 hours to beat, and yet you came back to it almost everyday and just didn't care?
    That's exactly what this is. It didn't take long to beat, but I'll return to it over and over and over again. If you're a turtles fan and (or) a beat 'em up fan, this game is worth your money.    … Expand
  15. GHOSTINFINITY
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Пожалуй одна из лучших игр про черепашек ниндзя.Любимые части это Battel Nexus 2 и до 2007 года,черепашки были офигенные пока не купила права activison и их провальный tmnt out of the shadows,но они учатся на своих ошибок (кроме cod )
  16. Chaosdirge
    May 28, 2016
    9
    I'd like to say, I'm not a super big fan of platinum, I mean I have Bayonetta 2 but I haven't finished it. But one thing I am is an oldschool gamer, and I can just tell that Platinum actually put alot of love into this game. It might come off as lazy to some people but its sprinkled with stuff from previous games "such as bomb diffusion and Hideouts hidden in the NES game, as well alot ofI'd like to say, I'm not a super big fan of platinum, I mean I have Bayonetta 2 but I haven't finished it. But one thing I am is an oldschool gamer, and I can just tell that Platinum actually put alot of love into this game. It might come off as lazy to some people but its sprinkled with stuff from previous games "such as bomb diffusion and Hideouts hidden in the NES game, as well alot of the enemy types are straight from "Turtles in Time." Bombers, sword elites, and others.

    Visuals- I see alot of flak for the visuals, but people have to remember that its based and licensed on a cartoon that Nick is currently producing. and to me, the game looks great really. They aren't the same turtles as the nick turtles, but they are more colorful and pop to attract kids along with have a slightly gritter appearance.

    Gameplay- I've heard a variety of things about this, stretching from its too chaotic to its too simple and I just mashed buttons. I've played it on normal and I've had a pretty good time. So much infact it makes me wonder what critics are talking about, though I've only played in single player and I can say it probably gets more interesting if you play with others online. Couch co-op would be nice but I don't think it really detracts too much to see the scores its getting. Its a basic beat em up, strong and light attack combinations can lead to a few interesting moves I prefer to lay as Mikey and watch him airkick people to send them flying. Along with 2 attack buttons you can hold the Left 2 button to preform cooldown moves as well as hit the r1 button to throw shurikens, there are also gadgets that you can use like suction bombs which are pretty fun but aren't usually needed at all. the cooldown moves can range from hooking up with one of the other turtles and then preforming a ridiculous attack that makes all the enemies dance, to slowing down time, to spinning around invulnerably. The cooldowns can be customized and upgraded for a shop currency as you level up. You can also complete feats to unlock medals and equip charms to the turtles to make them stronger.

    There are 9 stages each with 1 boss and maybe some secret side bosses elites, as well as the stages have random goals set to lead you to the end of the stage. The goals are pretty linear, but again its a beat em up in nature that's pretty much what you should expect from this kind of game. I touched on it earlier all the missions are just really a love letter to the rest of the games in the past, you defuse bombs or defend your team as they try to defend the bomb sometimes you may all need to get on the bomb to defuse it quicker, along with that you can hack terminals, stealth mission enemies, recover stolen items, or defeat enemies, all with a time limit.

    The Bosses start off easy they have 7 health bars and as you widdle them down they get harder; eventually the bosses start to glow red another classic staple from the past and that's when they are at their hardest.

    The game isn't bad not as a regular game not as a licensed game I bought it at my bestbuy for 40 dollars with my discount. And for fans of the ninja turtles you will probably love the game don't listen to the negative reviews. That said... don't play it if you plan on playing it with people in your house, it doesn't do that, but you can play it online.    … Expand
  17. Gonejackal
    Dec 19, 2016
    9
    I waited for this to go on special on PS Store after reading many of the mixed reviews. I was pleasantly surprised and it's not just my love for TMNT that has kept me playing, the game really is more than just a shallow cash in. I'll start with the gameplay which is fluid and actually quite addictive. Movement and combat with each turtle is unique and rewarding with many different ways ofI waited for this to go on special on PS Store after reading many of the mixed reviews. I was pleasantly surprised and it's not just my love for TMNT that has kept me playing, the game really is more than just a shallow cash in. I'll start with the gameplay which is fluid and actually quite addictive. Movement and combat with each turtle is unique and rewarding with many different ways of taking down opponents. (Stealth, ranged or aggressive.) There are even combos you can achieve with two or more turtles. You can also block and parry etc. Boss battles are epic and even on normal difficulty can be challenging. This is where you turtle builds and usage of ninjutsu skills are so important.

    Each turtle has their own 'build' if you will, which is divided into two catergories. First is called Ninjutsu skills, which are abilities/moves you can assign to each turtle. These are the most powerful moves in the game and can be upgraded with x amount of orbs. Orbs are gained either from collecting them during missions, killing mobs, getting multiple hit combos, completing quests etc. You spend these orbs on either acquiring/upgrading Ninjutsu or buying items from Splinter. Items are consumables that get assigned to the d-pad, like grenades, pizza health, turrets etc.

    The next build category is charms. Charms are items you acquire as mission rewards. Charms give your turtle passive bonuses - like 5% extra melee damage, or 10% poison damage etc. Up to three charms can be equipped on a turtle depending on your level. Having charms that compliment your Ninjutsu skills will make your turtles even more powerful. When it comes to build depth, its no Skyrim by any means, but its pretty decent for a beat em up.

    The visuals and art style suit the game and franchise very well. Cell shaded graphics do a good job of portraying the feel and mood of the game. Kind of like Borderlands, it has a comedic charm to it. Speaking of comedy, the dialogue between the turtles in cut scenes and the gestures they do when going afk will crack a smile. The story pretty much follows the second movie about Krang joining forces with Shredder to open up an inter-dimensional portal into our realm. Nothing fancy, just a reason to beat baddies up.

    The only issues I have with this game is the lack of couch coop. Two player coop would have been awesome. The only coop you get is online. Also the level design is a bit meh or generic but doesn't detract too much from the fun. Otherwise this game has been an absolute blast, I am on the final level and will definitely replay it on a higher difficulty once my turtles are upgraded a bit more.    … Expand
  18. Leangiordano
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Excellent game and excellent difficulty in Medium. I love the type of game, the characters and the story. Perfect!

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Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 49
  3. Negative: 30 out of 49
  1. CD-Action
    Aug 21, 2016
    40
    We would have missed nothing at all if Mutants in Manhattan had never peeked out of their shells. The game is mediocre in every aspect, boring and rather ugly. The only advantage I can think of is that it’s only 5 hours long. [08/2016, p.54]
  2. Edge Magazine
    Jul 24, 2016
    30
    Platinum needs to take a little more care when it comes to picking its battles. [Aug 2016, p.110]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jul 17, 2016
    50
    Almost every idea included here is a strong one - yet they've all been exectured terribly. A patch to slow the entire game down by 50% would immediately elevate that score. [Aug 2016, p.89]
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