Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 213 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 32 out of 213
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  1. Skalgrim
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    I really love the arcade style setup. Where you have to perform to find skills, grind exp, fight bosses and get a rank at the end. And there is also different tactics by how to take down certain enemies. And that is cool. But in the end it’s hack n’ slash. So you have to like something like Diablo I think.

    The art style in some places is fantastic as well. And I enjoy the music. I’m    I really love the arcade style setup. Where you have to perform to find skills, grind exp, fight bosses and get a rank at the end. And there is also different tactics by how to take down certain enemies. And that is cool. But in the end it’s hack n’ slash. So you have to like something like Diablo I think.

    The art style in some places is fantastic as well. And I enjoy the music.

    I’m not done with the game yet. But so far I really dig it. It’s easy to pick up and you have a goal in the near future.    … Expand
  2. moonlightbeauty
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    Travis is back with a lot of Suda51 characters in cameo! Good story, nice visuals and music +really funny and intresting gameplay. Absolutelly must have for all nintendo switch owners, i also by this console to play in it.
  3. Calibur-X
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    Instant masterpiece, great gameplay, music and visuals. Welcome back Travis!
  4. DamienLS
    Jan 21, 2019
    8
    A fantastic couch co-op action game and homage to retro gaming. The humor is on point, I love the graphical styling, fantastic sound and music, and mixing up the game play each level keeps the game fresh.
  5. SolidQuentin
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    Its a new Suda51 game its quite unique as usual, this time he approaches a Indie Game style game that celebrates other Indie Games. The Game is fun and shakes up the game with every world. Its a bit short but its only 30 bucks anyway.

    A lot of cameos from other Suda51 characters make you fangasm several times.
  6. Bromosap1ens
    Jan 23, 2019
    8
    Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes is an exceptionally enjoyable arcadey action game dripping with an above average amount of Gaming Auteur Suda51's signature charm. The combat is basically the best ever seen in a game starring Travis Touchdown, adding new options like jump attacks and skills on cooldowns to the traditional heavy and light attacks of the first two games. Longtime fans ofTravis Strikes Again: No More Heroes is an exceptionally enjoyable arcadey action game dripping with an above average amount of Gaming Auteur Suda51's signature charm. The combat is basically the best ever seen in a game starring Travis Touchdown, adding new options like jump attacks and skills on cooldowns to the traditional heavy and light attacks of the first two games. Longtime fans of Suda51 and Grasshopper Manufacture will also be surprised by a surprising amount of love and representation for other Suda properties.

    Don't skip this. Travis is back.    … Expand
  7. Cadet111
    Jan 25, 2019
    9
    A great game, great humor !!! The game is very cool, this position can be recommended especially to retro fans.
  8. Sciencejoe
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    If you're a fan of Suda51, or at least No More Heroes, and fun arcade style gameplay, Travis Strikes Again is more than worth your $30 (or $40, for the Season Pass).
  9. RoboLink
    Jan 24, 2019
    10
    Very fun game that does everything right. The combat is basic yet give you the chance to customize it to pull off amazing combos and the bosses are all unique and each have different and personalities, all very charming and give tough fights. Blast from start to finish
  10. RadicalMemers
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This game is a genuine and sincere story about the passion of video games. It marks the grand return of Suda51 in making engrossing characters and stories that won't leave you indifferent.
  11. CharAznable
    Jan 23, 2019
    8
    Great game full of surprises, references, and many fun things to find and do throughout. Game is plays like a old school beat 'em up with a surprising amount of complexity thanks to the chip system that allows you 4 combos you can customize to fit your needs and play style. The games presentation often feels low budget and Indie but not really in a bad way at all, its quirky and charmingGreat game full of surprises, references, and many fun things to find and do throughout. Game is plays like a old school beat 'em up with a surprising amount of complexity thanks to the chip system that allows you 4 combos you can customize to fit your needs and play style. The games presentation often feels low budget and Indie but not really in a bad way at all, its quirky and charming more than anything. My only major complaint is the Second Death Ball Stage felt extremely drug out and the last is filled with so many enemies that it often pushes the games fighting mechanics to the breaking point and makes the game feel cheap at times. Everything in-between felt enjoyable, and ran at a practically constant stable frame-rate with no real slowdown or pop in. If you enjoyed Suda 51s past work do check it out, its more of the same weirdness you likely already love with a new style of game-play!… Expand
  12. GarciaSmith
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    UN JUEGO entre normal y bueno hablado de switch, pero si eres un fan o seguidor de suda 51 es realmente bueno aun que sencillo realmente es bastante amigable y violento como ataca nuestra nostalgia con todos los cameos o conexiones entre todos los juegos de goichi en uno solo , en fin
    fuera de eso es un hack slash tipico pero super diferente visualmente hermoso!
  13. AlamoScrub
    Jan 21, 2019
    8
    Not only a fun and stylish game in its own right, but also a wonderful treat for all Suda fans. The co-op mode is a first for the series and a welcome addition. Simple gameplay is easy to jump into at first while growing more involving (and more difficult) with time, as the player unlocks additional abilities and encounters more of the game's wide variety of enemy types. In keeping withNot only a fun and stylish game in its own right, but also a wonderful treat for all Suda fans. The co-op mode is a first for the series and a welcome addition. Simple gameplay is easy to jump into at first while growing more involving (and more difficult) with time, as the player unlocks additional abilities and encounters more of the game's wide variety of enemy types. In keeping with the series' tradition, the boss fights are the true highlight of the game - they all pose a unique, fun and engaging challenge to cap off each of the game's levels. The minigames do a good job of spicing up the game inbetween other sections, although they can be a bit hit-or-miss at times. The story, told through cutscenes as well as a series of neat VN-style segments, shows Suda51's personal talent and work, more so than any of his recent creations, by continuing Travis' tale and tying it together with a veriety of the director's other titles, such as Shadows Of The Damned and The Silver Case. Recommended for everyone, but a definite must-play for fans of Grasshopper Manufacture and Suda51… Expand
  14. SimplyLeggy
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This is a game for Suda51 fans. The gameplay is the pretty standard suda grade "fine," great boss fights somewhat bogged down by levels that are a bit samey. but that isn't really why we are here. What we are here for is that sense of humor and style that suda is known for, and in that it absolutely delivers 100%. This is a game that a few people will absolutely love, and a lot of peopleThis is a game for Suda51 fans. The gameplay is the pretty standard suda grade "fine," great boss fights somewhat bogged down by levels that are a bit samey. but that isn't really why we are here. What we are here for is that sense of humor and style that suda is known for, and in that it absolutely delivers 100%. This is a game that a few people will absolutely love, and a lot of people probably just won't get; it is a cult classic in the true meaning of the term.
    My single complain as of where I am in the game so far, is that the normal difficulty (mild) feels a bit too easy. Bumping it up to bitter made the game feel more appropriately challenging.    … Expand
  15. Sandman83
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    There isn't a single game in existence that feels like this game. The hack and slash together with other mini games and layers upon layers of secrets, funny writing and mix of different concepts is awesome.
    This is also a game that cares way more about gameplay than graphics.
    Don't sleep on this one if you looking for something new and fresh.
  16. Geminorum
    Jan 30, 2019
    8
    This is an Hidden Gem for Switch, rich in references and humor, and a lot of fun to play. I've loved everything of it, i'm not a fan of suda or nmh, but this one...this one is really crazy. Don't miss it, but play it.
  17. airmaverick
    Jan 31, 2019
    9
    I love this game, but I am an Otaku just like Travis Touchdown and enjoy beer just as much as Badman. Perhaps if this game is not your thing it just might be simply because, "you have no Moe!"
  18. kyleonedamm
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    Thanks suda51 for new masterpiece! Starting game today and liked it so much!
  19. summerbunny
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    Just another good ghm game! Great work, Suda-san, can't wait for big NMH3!!!
  20. PTGJesus
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    This seems to be another case of the Sudas. You either love this game or don't think much of it at all, I fall into the first, absolutely love this game, and I highly recommend it to any NMH fan, or anyone looking for some good fun for $30!
  21. Brettaintdead
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    Great game, smaller scale from previous nmh, indy game vibe is nice. Suda51 at it again.
  22. skylurmccoy
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    No More Heroes is one of my favourite game franchise. So happy to see my boy Travis again!
  23. sephirothjack
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    So many easter eggs and cool gamers jokes, wanna see next Travis story so bad.
  24. benjistan
    Jan 19, 2019
    10
    Really cool game. Worth it for people who like something a little off the wall.

    I don't understand the repetitive argument.. Yeah... sure you can play on sweet mode and just hold Y if that is what you want.... however there is a lot more here if you want to do more with the combat.
  25. moduz94
    Jan 19, 2019
    8
    Suda Strikes Again
    The critically panned videogame assassin has been resurrected in the ashes of the damned, this Phoenix may still be covered in dirty ash but the beautiful plumage is hiding underneath and awaiting its true fans
    Explore the mysterious Death Drive Console and all of its unreleased 7 games to uncover the dark secret of its development. Embark on a worldwide journey to    Suda Strikes Again
    The critically panned videogame assassin has been resurrected in the ashes of the damned, this Phoenix may still be covered in dirty ash but the beautiful plumage is hiding underneath and awaiting its true fans

    Explore the mysterious Death Drive Console and all of its unreleased 7 games to uncover the dark secret of its development.
    Embark on a worldwide journey to gather all the 7 Death Balls and revive the daughter of Badman while all past Suda51 protagonists argue with an 8bit anime rendition of Travis's cat Jeane that talks **** at them 24/7    … Expand
  26. Pameme
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    Played this game with a partner, it's SO MUCH FUN. I do get some of the complaints of the reviewers, but I do think the co-op mode gets rid of them. The combat is simple yet fun, especially after getting the skill chips, it has a low skill-ceiling so you can play this with everyone. The personality of the characters, references, and charm of the game is top-notch!

    Just play it on Spicy    Played this game with a partner, it's SO MUCH FUN. I do get some of the complaints of the reviewers, but I do think the co-op mode gets rid of them. The combat is simple yet fun, especially after getting the skill chips, it has a low skill-ceiling so you can play this with everyone. The personality of the characters, references, and charm of the game is top-notch!

    Just play it on Spicy in co-op!    … Expand
  27. VinylSolution
    Jan 19, 2019
    10
    Holy crap, what a game. I love the subversive humor, the hack and slashing, not to mention all the wonderful indie callouts. If you were ever a fan of the famous Travis Touchdown, you're gonna love this game.
  28. unchainedcaesar
    Jan 21, 2019
    10
    Initial impressions

    It's definitely a Suda game, it's definitely a Travis game, all the same humor is there. You still jerk off your beam katana to recharge it (yes that's a thing lol), you still save the game by sitting on the toilet. You have regular attacks, heavy attacks, special moves with the R button and you also collect other special skills throughout the game. The first level    Initial impressions

    It's definitely a Suda game, it's definitely a Travis game, all the same humor is there. You still jerk off your beam katana to recharge it (yes that's a thing lol), you still save the game by sitting on the toilet. You have regular attacks, heavy attacks, special moves with the R button and you also collect other special skills throughout the game. The first level is like a hack and slash attacking large waves of enemies so far with a big boss at the end (I'm assuming) which IS like No More Heroes games. However the difference is it's much more freedom instead of confined duals like in NMH games. They were much less on the freedom and more on timing your attacks properly. I have yet to see more and hack and slash is only the first game. I read that he's melding multiple genres into the different games Travis gets sucked into.

    The premise is Travis got a hold of a demonic videogame console and that's why he's in different games. It's a Travis game mostly cuz if you read up on the history of Travis Touchdown he's a gamer and big anime nerd (otaku). It has a bunch of little jabs making fun of gamers with raunchy humor. Oh and the other difference is the camera angle is more pulled back so not directly behind your character because it's supposed to be a call back to retro and indie games. That's the big focus he's trying to give indies more exposure.

    Definitely NOT "trash" like the internet believes.    … Expand
  29. Jonas2301
    Feb 7, 2019
    10
    An incredibly heartfelt, inspired game with bucketloads of charm and creativity. Ignore the moronic reviewers who can't appreciate this game for what it is, and instead just **** and moan about they think it should be. You can also safely ignore the idiots who give this game a low score because they're too stupid to understand that a game selling well will help with getting financialAn incredibly heartfelt, inspired game with bucketloads of charm and creativity. Ignore the moronic reviewers who can't appreciate this game for what it is, and instead just **** and moan about they think it should be. You can also safely ignore the idiots who give this game a low score because they're too stupid to understand that a game selling well will help with getting financial support for a bigger title. Suda51 isn't holding No More Heroes 3 "hostage" you stupid cretins.

    If you're looking for a game that can be a fun experience (alone or with a friend!), that is also a thought provoking love letter to the more obscure game titles that are made out of passion rather than greed, this is definitely worth a buy. And I would also say this is a game that should be bought just to support the clearly very passionate creators behind it.    … Expand
  30. QuicoGil
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    "Video games are meant to be played, not lived".

    Travis Strikes again is an absolute gem of a videogame. From its presentation, the insane neon backgrounds and UI, to the fantastic music all around, to, most of all, the incredible story that narrates Goichi Suda's struggles in the development world. No game I've ever played comes closer to an autobiography than TSA. If you care about    "Video games are meant to be played, not lived".

    Travis Strikes again is an absolute gem of a videogame. From its presentation, the insane neon backgrounds and UI, to the fantastic music all around, to, most of all, the incredible story that narrates Goichi Suda's struggles in the development world. No game I've ever played comes closer to an autobiography than TSA.

    If you care about Suda51/Kill the Past at all, buy TSA. Play TSA. Enjoy TSA. Kill your own heroes.    … Expand
  31. CheekySasquatch
    Feb 26, 2019
    8
    While I found a point early on to be a bit of a hurdle to get through, overall this is a short and sweet game that marks a glorious return to form for director Goichi Suda. Writing and Story are near perfect in keeping the tongue in cheek tone of the original series as well as capturing some of Suda's classic introspective sombre moments. The combat starts deceptively simple before gettingWhile I found a point early on to be a bit of a hurdle to get through, overall this is a short and sweet game that marks a glorious return to form for director Goichi Suda. Writing and Story are near perfect in keeping the tongue in cheek tone of the original series as well as capturing some of Suda's classic introspective sombre moments. The combat starts deceptively simple before getting much more deep and enjoyable. However, I found Coffee and Doughnuts in particular overstayed its welcome. I'm looking forward to both the dlc packs and feel a wonderful renewed enthusiasm for whatever Suda and Grasshopper put out next.… Expand
  32. Afenger
    May 12, 2019
    8
    Apesar de ser um spinoff com investimento indie, o jogo esta repleto de menções aos classicos jogos do Suda 51 como killer 7 e outros. Strikes possui uma jogabilidade viciante, uma excelente trilha sonora eletronica na linha techno. Vale a pena a investida ate sair uma possivel sequencia direta da serie.
  33. DreamEaglr
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    В игре большое разнообразие уровней, отличная и гибкая боевая система, неплохой сюжет, а так же крутейшие диалоги и атмосфера в духе Суды51.

    Левелдизайн, графика и музыка оставляют желать лучшего. По поводу первых двух плевать, а вот по поводу музыки жалко, что не Масафуми Такада писал OST. Travis Strikes Again очень напомнил именно Silver Case, Flower, Sun & Rain и Killer7, при этом    В игре большое разнообразие уровней, отличная и гибкая боевая система, неплохой сюжет, а так же крутейшие диалоги и атмосфера в духе Суды51.

    Левелдизайн, графика и музыка оставляют желать лучшего. По поводу первых двух плевать, а вот по поводу музыки жалко, что не Масафуми Такада писал OST.

    Travis Strikes Again очень напомнил именно Silver Case, Flower, Sun & Rain и Killer7, при этом исправив практически всё, что мне не нравилось в прошлых No More Heroes.

    С нетерпением жду No More Heroes 3 и Shadows of the Damned 2.    … Expand
  34. aljirik1992
    Mar 14, 2019
    8
    Когда смотришь трейлер «Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes», складывается впечатление, что это солянка, сварганенная на скорую руку. Так может показаться и на первый взгляд, и на второй, и на третий, и даже когда пройдёшь игру полностью. Ей не стоит давать шанса в ожидании запредельных высот, а она в свою очередь не собирается компенсировать потраченное большинством игроков время, иКогда смотришь трейлер «Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes», складывается впечатление, что это солянка, сварганенная на скорую руку. Так может показаться и на первый взгляд, и на второй, и на третий, и даже когда пройдёшь игру полностью. Ей не стоит давать шанса в ожидании запредельных высот, а она в свою очередь не собирается компенсировать потраченное большинством игроков время, и всё-таки… Тем единицам, кому удастся увидеть в ней комплексный проект и даже потенциальный хит, лишь остаётся быть непонятыми ни со стороны фанатской базы Nintendo, ни массой среднестатистических геймеров и, матерясь, тихим сапом войти в ряды поклонников творчества SUDA51, потому что последнее слово тут всегда будет за автором. Ведь даже если попытаться предугадать то, чем придётся заниматься после рядовой схватки с боссом, велика вероятность, что суждение окажется ошибочным.… Expand
  35. Rezoman
    Jun 17, 2019
    8
    This game was very different compared to the other games in the series but still had a blast playing it.
  36. Alegzzs
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    Este juego es increible, la música es fantastica y jugarlo de 2 es muy divertido. Los personajes son graciosos y con mucho estilo,además de que la dificultad aumenta y se vuelve más retador a partir de cada nivel. Recomendable para pasar un buen rato!
  37. NoMoreHeroes12
    Apr 2, 2019
    10
    Suda51's newest title has been a long time coming, and this is a perfect title to be back in the director and writers chair for. It's dark but sometimes witty atmosphere perfectly matches the environments, along with Travis himself. The game play part of TSA is perfect for what it is, having a heavy and light attack along with special skill chips. Every reviewer is wrong in the fact thatSuda51's newest title has been a long time coming, and this is a perfect title to be back in the director and writers chair for. It's dark but sometimes witty atmosphere perfectly matches the environments, along with Travis himself. The game play part of TSA is perfect for what it is, having a heavy and light attack along with special skill chips. Every reviewer is wrong in the fact that TSA is considered repetitive, while IGN gives every Call of Duty a 9 because it has "refreshing game play." People should realize that repetitive is not bad, is brushing your teeth bad just because you do it every single day.… Expand
  38. Polinacropalina
    Sep 13, 2019
    9
    It’s just fun and amazing game! I can’t stooooooooooooooooop it
    I’m waiting NMH3
  39. Ramzas
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Travis Strikes Again has a very convincing concept of being able to enter game worlds and finding out what is happening and how to solve them through different gimmicks. Fun game, especially in coop
  40. WellMetStranger
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Travis Strikes Again is a great return to form after almost 10 years of absence. Deeply personal, still witty and overall fun to play as. It stands as proof that Travis Touchdown will always remain as a timeless character
  41. HowdyPardner76
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    A game of beauty. Suda51 did it again with another homerun and I am more than excited for No More Heroes 3. Thank you for this incredible game
  42. Cockbender8
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    This game has one of the best stories I've ever seen in a video game imo. The way how we go inside the mind of Suda51 as a game dev through the lens of Travis Touchdown going into a video game is somewhat poetic and something where a self-insert is actually handled very brilliantly. Even Badman and the bosses get amazing character moments that we actually feel sympathetic for. The gameplayThis game has one of the best stories I've ever seen in a video game imo. The way how we go inside the mind of Suda51 as a game dev through the lens of Travis Touchdown going into a video game is somewhat poetic and something where a self-insert is actually handled very brilliantly. Even Badman and the bosses get amazing character moments that we actually feel sympathetic for. The gameplay is also very good with how you use various chips to get through some tough enemies and bosses along with dodge rolling and platforming that doesn't feel like **** Overall, Travis Strikes Again is a great game and definitely the comeback Suda51 needed to become the brilliant game dev/director so he can make the long awaited No More Heroes III.… Expand

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67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 74 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 74
  3. Negative: 8 out of 74
  1. CD-Action
    Dec 11, 2019
    75
    A piece of a solid game but I can’t shake the feeling that it’s just a quick entrée before No More Heroes 3 which surely will be bigger, more interesting and more bombastic. Enough looking into the past, Suda, I’m waiting for something fresh. [03/2019, p.49]
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Aug 22, 2019
    80
    Suda51 games exist so that we can play something that only Suda51 could make, and in doing so, see who he is from the inside out. By that measure, this is his most successful game in years. [Issue #38 – March/April 2019, p. 69]
  3. Gameplanet
    Feb 13, 2019
    40
    Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes is a maddeningly repetitive experience and should be avoided at all costs.
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