Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan

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  1. crazayman123
    May 29, 2016
    5
    To be honest, for the first time, I don't know if I like this game. I have played though it twice, and I still feel like there was just something missing for me to fully enjoy it. A lot of it's concepts are nice, but it is too repetitive and too short for me to recommend it. Pick it up once the price hits $20 or so, And this is from someone who loves platinum too. I even loved TransformersTo be honest, for the first time, I don't know if I like this game. I have played though it twice, and I still feel like there was just something missing for me to fully enjoy it. A lot of it's concepts are nice, but it is too repetitive and too short for me to recommend it. Pick it up once the price hits $20 or so, And this is from someone who loves platinum too. I even loved Transformers Devastation. But this, I cannot love unfortunately.… Expand
  2. willvargas
    May 28, 2016
    4
    If you are looking for that coop beat them up game that makes famous TMNT on the 90's just imagine this game does not exist, also gameplay is not good.
  3. 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.
  4. MrMadMonkey18
    Jul 27, 2016
    5
    This was a good chance to save the tmnt video game franchise but of course they **** Up good this time. The graphics are cancer, the gameplay is cancer, the graphics are cancer, pretty much everything in this game is cancer.. i recommend you steal this game and use it as firewood for your next big campout.
  5. Parag0N
    May 27, 2016
    2
    They should have just called this one teenage mutant ninja "turd" les...what a letdown! $50 for avg graphics and repetitive uninspired gameplay. Don't waste your time. I rented this and still feel burned by it.
  6. 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
  7. fallouts
    May 26, 2016
    0
    Platinum fanboys to the rescue ! !! This time listen to the negative reviews. Take the fast paced action games with awesome music from the 16-bit eras not make them into 3D and dumb down everything that was cool about them and make it slow paced with unnecessary gimmicks and mechanics and you would have this. Also 30 FPS lock for a game with this caliber of graphics? This game isn't evenPlatinum fanboys to the rescue ! !! This time listen to the negative reviews. Take the fast paced action games with awesome music from the 16-bit eras not make them into 3D and dumb down everything that was cool about them and make it slow paced with unnecessary gimmicks and mechanics and you would have this. Also 30 FPS lock for a game with this caliber of graphics? This game isn't even demanding. Fail.… Expand
  8. thegsnow
    May 25, 2016
    5
    The graphics and controls are good. However, the gameplay is repetitive, short and boring. Maybe kids will like this one, but there isn't much here for anyone else. Frankly, there just isn't enough to it. If it's over $20, you're paying too much.
  9. Cypher2184
    May 24, 2016
    5
    I wouldn't give this game a terrible score, but its for sure not a great game. I have only tried the first boss, and I have to say its not worth the price tag.

    The game play is very disappointing, because your literally running around the level looking for enemies to take out. I was expecting game play similar to Turtles the arcade game or Turtles in Time but in 3D. It was by pure luck    I wouldn't give this game a terrible score, but its for sure not a great game. I have only tried the first boss, and I have to say its not worth the price tag.

    The game play is very disappointing, because your literally running around the level looking for enemies to take out. I was expecting game play similar to Turtles the arcade game or Turtles in Time but in 3D. It was by pure luck I figured out I could climb walls, to get to the roof to take out the missing enemies to complete the level!

    The boss fights are your typical sponge bosses, but I think there is way too much focus on using ninja magic over classic attacks. The levels honestly felt unfinished, and not even used. The enemies were very sparse, which probably has to do with each level as Time Attack game play.

    The graphics for the cut scenes are very nostalgic, reminds me of the old TV show with more updated graphics. The actual in game graphics are not too bad, but nothing to write home about.

    The overall Voice acting does seem really great. I honestly have not played it enough to rate the sound effects or music as of yet.

    I am sure some of you will ask why would you review a game your barely played, and that's because of buyer beware. If your looking for a game that will play like a Nes or Snes beat em up side scroll then look elsewhere, but if you don't care about game play and only want to experience the story then this may be the game for you. I have no idea why some of these reviews are rating this game as amazing, because the game play is terrible. It's obvious some people buy whatever crap is handed out and then praise it.

    I was really hoping for a remake of an old school game, not some simplified time attack game where you rely more on magic attacks than attacking and dodging during the boss battles. The boss fights in Turtle games felt rewarding when they were finished!

    I have no idea why they wouldn't make a turtles game with the amount of detail Batman Rocksteady series games are, because I guarantee that would sell. I am sure you would still have people complain they are copying Batman combat, but allot of games do and are still sold well.

    I am giving this game a 5 for the audio, graphics, and the effort for their work. The terrible game play in all honesty takes away 5 ratings.

    There will be no replay value, because I don't care about a score based on rushing as fast as you can through each level. This is supposed to be a beat em up game, not a racing game. A score system makes sense for a game where your skill at attacking, dodging and countering, as well as combination of attacks effect your overall rating.

    I see myself playing this game once to experience the story then getting rid of this game. it's really sad that no old school IP's can seem to make a game with rewarding game play accept for Batman!

    I don't know about you guys, but I expect to get more out of my money than a very short un rewarding game. If I am buying a game for any money I would expect it to work, have some form of fun, and above all not feel like I wasted my money.

    Buyers Beware!    … Expand
  10. lflamarion
    May 25, 2016
    0
    Really bad game.... very short and feel unfinished! not to mention it is very repetitive! Waste of money! I definitely can not recommend this title! Maybe next time!
  11. hagelt18
    May 26, 2016
    7
    It is a decent game...but only if you really love the Ninja Turtles. From a visual standpoint, it is absolutely perfect. This is how a Ninja Turtles game should look. The game itself is a little repetitive and the gameplay incredibly deep. There's enough variation to get you through the game, but I found myself needing breaks. It is definitely meant to be played with multiple people, but IIt is a decent game...but only if you really love the Ninja Turtles. From a visual standpoint, it is absolutely perfect. This is how a Ninja Turtles game should look. The game itself is a little repetitive and the gameplay incredibly deep. There's enough variation to get you through the game, but I found myself needing breaks. It is definitely meant to be played with multiple people, but I didn't really know anyone else that got it on the same platform so I played solo. It is too bad it didn't have local multiplayer, I can understand why but it's still a bummer.… Expand
  12. SuperkenGaming
    May 27, 2016
    5
    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan
    Turtles in a half-baked game
    Mutants in Manhattan in an open worldish beat em up staring the ninja turtles… At first I was really impressed with this game.. You can climb up any and every wall.. You can use your shell to float across the Manhattan sky... You can find charms to boost health and skills... Spend points on new moves and    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan
    Turtles in a half-baked game
    Mutants in Manhattan in an open worldish beat em up staring the ninja turtles…
    At first I was really impressed with this game..
    You can climb up any and every wall.. You can use your shell to float across the Manhattan sky...
    You can find charms to boost health and skills...
    Spend points on new moves and freely level up these special moves as well as customize the 4 turtles specials in any way you please…
    You can also freely switch through the 4 turtles at any time…
    Unfortunately, after level 1 of 9, you’ve practically seen it all…
    Every stage has its own boss…
    To get to a boss you have to complete random tasks that pop up in these pretty dull open levels…
    There is really nothing more to it than randomly take out these bad guys.. Protect this item... pick up that item and take it there... defuse the bombs... rinse and repeat for every level
    There is no redeemable qualities in the gameplay…
    Not even 4 player online co-op can save it, as it’s the same thing but with friends…
    it’s flat out boring and monotonous…
    Just wait for a call… go to the spot the activity is taking place... collect some green orbs for combat boosts, weapons, or health…
    And do this until you’re told to go to the boss’s layer...
    The boss fights are appreciated… it’s nice to see such a variety of characters... but only a couple feel different than the rest…
    But all 9 really come down to just spamming attacks until their 5 life meters drain…
    Which brings me to the trophies and achievements...
    There are a handful that require certain shots during the brief second snap shots are taken after a boss is defeated…
    these trophies are near impossible and I can’t see anyone getting any joy out of hunting for this games platinum…
    The best part of this game is hands down the cut scenes..
    At the very least they exist...
    But the story and humor is poorly written…
    Just your predictable beat all the bad guys then beat the baddest of the bad guys, the end.
    I give Teenage mutant ninja turtles: Mutants in Manhattan
    a 5/10    … Expand
  13. GameWare
    May 28, 2016
    6
    6.7/10 A little bit about the game that will break your heart. No not because its sad but because it was bad. First the story is about an alien invasion by general krang helped by shredder who will open a portal to another dimension and set rule on the world. The turtles must set out to stop krang and shredder. Now to the game; the gameplay is your typical hack n slash,button touch and6.7/10 A little bit about the game that will break your heart. No not because its sad but because it was bad. First the story is about an alien invasion by general krang helped by shredder who will open a portal to another dimension and set rule on the world. The turtles must set out to stop krang and shredder. Now to the game; the gameplay is your typical hack n slash,button touch and combos. cool! right? but with upgrade skill leveling automated and be able to only switch characters for different levels or if you die within in the level it will automatically switch to another character is a downfall, I rather be able to pick which turtle i’am after i die. The missions are short and the bosses have no challenging factor giving that you have 5 lives for the whole game in which every turtle has to die in order for you to lose a life. Thats suck? Not at all it’s an easy game. However, the comic like graphics are pretty cool and color scheme for the combat is pretty neat, given that the game is a drag and really really short and has poor level design. Besides my rant; multiplayer with your friends is the way to go, playing alone can get old (well not really with how short the missions are) but this is not worth your money unless your looking for quick game for you and your friends to play. 6.7/10… Expand
  14. DanielLawrence
    May 26, 2016
    5
    ¿Recordáis los conocidos dichos que nuestros ancestros nos contaban de chiquillos? Anda con malas cañas y serás una amarga. Pero lo peculiar recaería en algo tan simple como tú dulcura y lugar de crecimiento. Tengáis o no una buena caña lo que importa al final será el jugo que puedas sacarla. Pero si le das la caña a alguien hipócrita y avaricioso la venderá a la gente independientemente¿Recordáis los conocidos dichos que nuestros ancestros nos contaban de chiquillos? Anda con malas cañas y serás una amarga. Pero lo peculiar recaería en algo tan simple como tú dulcura y lugar de crecimiento. Tengáis o no una buena caña lo que importa al final será el jugo que puedas sacarla. Pero si le das la caña a alguien hipócrita y avaricioso la venderá a la gente independientemente de que esté buena o mala sin siquiera revisarla ni arreglarla. Es mucho peor cuando fuerzas a alguien a hacerlo por ti.… Expand
  15. Deadpoolio
    May 24, 2016
    5
    Wow this game is garbage...Platinum and Activision are hoping for the morons with TMNT nostalgia glasses to buy this trash....The game can be beaten in under 3 hours, only has 10 levels and LMFAO the "secret" bosses are just as garbage as the rest of the game.....They take a boss like Bebop and if you do enough damage a "secret" second boss joins the fight LMAO and its literally just aWow this game is garbage...Platinum and Activision are hoping for the morons with TMNT nostalgia glasses to buy this trash....The game can be beaten in under 3 hours, only has 10 levels and LMFAO the "secret" bosses are just as garbage as the rest of the game.....They take a boss like Bebop and if you do enough damage a "secret" second boss joins the fight LMAO and its literally just a boss from another stage....Bebop gets Rocksteady, Rocksteady gets Bebop....OMG this game isn't worth $25 let alone $50. The combat is hollow as hell, remove the ninjitsu "magic" attacks and there is literally 1 button combat....Took some arguing but Im sooooo glad I was able to get the $50 back on this, what a waste of time and resources it actually makes Transformers Devastation look spectacular its so shallow… Expand
  16. 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.
  17. kstud1
    May 25, 2016
    0
    Horrible game, not worth full price, you have been warned, developers and their families should not be allowed to review their own game here, they are the only ones that could possibly give this game a 10 a low 4 at the most, someone said the graphics were good, maybe if this was 1993.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. ChrisBalrog
    May 26, 2016
    0
    Another overrated Platinum Game game. Like Legend of Korra & Transformers: Devastation, it is a short, repetitive and boring game with no contents, no unlockables and no depth like Bayonetta, Vanquish & Metal Gear Rising.
  22. 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.
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. Jell0_13
    May 26, 2016
    7
    This game is not as bad as the critics say. Most of them are saying all they had to do is hit one button then do a special and repeat to defeat the mobs with no dodging or parring involved. The boss are the best part of this game and are quite enjoyable.
  26. hb1209
    May 24, 2016
    0
    4 hour campaign?
    Bad level design?
    No couch co-op? Not much character differentiation? 30 fps? Atleast its better than COD Infinite warfare. its a repetetive game, with zero interesting combat dynamics, you need to following with yourr cyber vision (wallhack) around a genereic map while tackling boring objectives long the way. (protect the pizza stand, defuse a bomb, delete a    4 hour campaign?
    Bad level design?
    No couch co-op?
    Not much character differentiation?
    30 fps?
    Atleast its better than COD Infinite warfare.
    its a repetetive game, with zero interesting combat dynamics, you need to following with yourr cyber vision (wallhack) around a genereic map while tackling boring objectives long the way. (protect the pizza stand, defuse a bomb, delete a terminal, protect an ATM, take a ride in the ud it plays more like an low budget mmo than an action game, its really sad to see what they do with our franchises. first ghostbusters movie and now this game. the price for this game is way to high to be honest. why couldnt they make a sunset overdrive or put more effort in gameplay mechanics with swords but atleast visuals are okay.those are the creators of bayonetta, vanquish and metal gear rising? i cant believe it.    … Expand
  27. 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
  28. 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.
  29. 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!!
  30. 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!
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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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