Cuphead

 Xbox One
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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 955 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 44 out of 955
  3. Negative: 106 out of 955
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  1. Eristd
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    the best platform of all times for sure a must have, incredible game and artistic dorection
  2. Lisco10
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I ever played. The bosses (except the final boss I defeated him in my 2nd try) are pretty difficult, but not too hard for the moment you fight them in, except the FRICKING DRAGON HE IS SO HARD, which means the game is not as hard as like GD or Getting Over It, but still challenging. The soundtrack is even better - search it up on Spotify and you will think the exactOne of the best games I ever played. The bosses (except the final boss I defeated him in my 2nd try) are pretty difficult, but not too hard for the moment you fight them in, except the FRICKING DRAGON HE IS SO HARD, which means the game is not as hard as like GD or Getting Over It, but still challenging. The soundtrack is even better - search it up on Spotify and you will think the exact same. The best soundtracks IMO are Floral Fury, Murine Corps, Carnival Kerfuffle and One Hell at A Time. I highly recommend.… Expand
  3. Lijon88
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    A bit to short but omg what a game. Vinted art style plus pov making me fell like old good times. Its challanging so i love it even more. Totaly to complite everything max 20h depends from skill. But its one of this games that you need to play.
  4. mehh5
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    this is and and always will be my favorite game ever made. The 1930's cartoon vibe is wonderful and the characters are all fun to watch. The boss fights are top notch to but be warned this game is tough and if you want a more chill game for younger kids then you should probably just play Kirby. With that said the feeling you get when you beat a boss is amazing please buy this game it'sthis is and and always will be my favorite game ever made. The 1930's cartoon vibe is wonderful and the characters are all fun to watch. The boss fights are top notch to but be warned this game is tough and if you want a more chill game for younger kids then you should probably just play Kirby. With that said the feeling you get when you beat a boss is amazing please buy this game it's worth every penny you pay. and stop saying this game sucks because it's hard difficulty doesn't make a game bad.… Expand
  5. Alex_Pilgrim008
    May 8, 2023
    8
    A side-scrolling shoot 'em up disguised as a 1930's cartoon. The art style and presentation is flawless, but the challenge is tough. In fact, it maybe too tough for some (even in co-op). There are two type of levels: boss fights and platform segments. However, the former is what Cuphead mainly consists of. Learning enemy patterns is the key to victory just like it is with Contra. Fans ofA side-scrolling shoot 'em up disguised as a 1930's cartoon. The art style and presentation is flawless, but the challenge is tough. In fact, it maybe too tough for some (even in co-op). There are two type of levels: boss fights and platform segments. However, the former is what Cuphead mainly consists of. Learning enemy patterns is the key to victory just like it is with Contra. Fans of difficult retro shooters will certainly enjoy this one. I would rate it with an 8.6 out of 10.… Expand
  6. Diegoaf94
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Juego muy divertido,y original,no puede faltar en tu colección,disponible en todas las consolas.
  7. theTRUTHson
    Dec 23, 2022
    5
    Cuphead is a relentless game.

    It's a lot of other things too, but it's main thing is that it is relentless with the player. Make the slightest mistake and you will pay. Again. And again. And again. This approach by the devs is intentional. It is very obvious that the game was designed with this philosophy. Now here's the thing. Someone can be relentless to you if they so wish, but    Cuphead is a relentless game.

    It's a lot of other things too, but it's main thing is that it is relentless with the player. Make the slightest mistake and you will pay. Again. And again. And again.

    This approach by the devs is intentional. It is very obvious that the game was designed with this philosophy.

    Now here's the thing. Someone can be relentless to you if they so wish, but then you have to be relentless to them too.

    If someone expects excellence, then excellence should be expected from them .

    I'll take one point off for the tiny bit of lag when you press pause-down-A to restart.
    Another point off because the spinning move can't be done directly after jumping.
    Another point off cause the spinning move has the tiniest bit of lag.
    I'll take another point off for some weapons descriptions not being accurate.
    I'll take another point off cause the final bosses don't have an easy mode.

    5/10    … Expand
  8. Cyborg_TDRK
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    Eu simplesmente me apaixonei por esse jogo, tudo nele é bem feito, a arte e trilha sonora são impecáveis, e cada luta de chefe é divertida, porém frustrante, uma verdadeira obra prima
  9. Hkeitz323
    Nov 8, 2022
    9
    Pros:
    - Gorgeous hand-drawn artstyle
    - Soundtrack
    - Bosses are difficult, but fair
    - A lot of collectibles keep the game fresh
    - A lot of re-playability
    - Controls are incredibly responsive and tight
    - Multiplayer compatability
    - Bosses are well designed and full of character

    Cons:
    - Can sometimes be repetitive when attempting bosses repeatedly
  10. pichugamikn
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    i leik it i leik it i leik it i leik it i leik it i leik it i leik it i leik it i leik it
  11. BrianDavid94
    Sep 3, 2022
    8
    Quick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now it’s more rare for me to get into a multiplayer game. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I findQuick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now it’s more rare for me to get into a multiplayer game. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'd like. I own a PC (built by me), Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, PS3, PS4, PS5, and a Switch. I prefer Playstation due to their focus on narrative games. For scoring, I’ll be using the Gameinformer review scale and of course influenced by my personal opinions.

    (8) Very Good. Innovated, but perhaps not in the right choice for everyone. This score indicates that there are many good things to be had, but arguable so.

    The wonderful art design, nod to classic cartoons and smooth controls are what stand out in this game. The only thing about this game that will drive some folks away is that it’s hard to master. Boss battles are just precious artwork and well-designed that should be appreciated to all that play. If you play it on the easier difficulty, you’ll be missing out on the boss battles because you won’t be able to see them transform for the second stage.    … Expand
  12. Sambug83
    Jul 27, 2022
    10
    Cuphead has brought back the old school challenges of playing a game. Very difficult, and keeps you entertained and coming back for more! The art style is just one of a kind, and a pleasure to see. The very unique ideas behind the boss battles and feel of classic cartoons is just amazing. A must play for anyone who enjoyed the difficulty of playing games in the 90’s.
  13. NeLegendPL
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Great, great expansion!!! Please, more! I did 100% and still not enough. This game is Perfect!
  14. puggamer90498
    Jul 11, 2022
    10
    A perfect game.amazing visuals, character design, gameplay, and music made this one of my all time favorite games.each isle got better and better with better bosses and even better difficulty.I just went back to this game for the dlc and after I beat that I decided to replay the whole game on expert and within a week I have only just now beaten the first aka the most easy isle meaning IA perfect game.amazing visuals, character design, gameplay, and music made this one of my all time favorite games.each isle got better and better with better bosses and even better difficulty.I just went back to this game for the dlc and after I beat that I decided to replay the whole game on expert and within a week I have only just now beaten the first aka the most easy isle meaning I have a lot to look forward to in the next 2 isles.I’m not going to talk about the dlc because I want to give a different review for that even though the dlc is more or less the same.… Expand
  15. cagataykocafa
    May 26, 2022
    9
    Perfect game with astonishing aesthetic. Me and my friend had a lot fun while beating em
  16. BaldursThones
    Apr 14, 2022
    8
    I love the charm of this game. It has jazz, it has a really nice animated look, and a good game to back it up.
  17. grimreapersims
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
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  18. Luck126
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Un gran juego que requiere de mucha atención y dificultad.
    La animación es preciosa y retrata muy bien la animación de los años 30, todas las mecánicas y habilidades son buenas, pero realmente siempre acabas usando las mismas.
  19. ThWinterSoldier
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Absolutely wonderful, i love the animations and the character design, i've already passed the game in expert mode and I'ts one of my favourite games
  20. univ3rsel
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Extremely challenging but extremely funny as well. Unique graphics, awesome
  21. patopatoso
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    Lindo, desafiador e único. O jogo entrega o que tanto se esperava dele, com uma arte que retrata perfeitamente os desenhos antigos. Todos os chefes são criativos e especiais . A trilha sonora é impecável. Difícil, mas sem ser frustrante. è um clássico.
  22. Anonimo_007
    Dec 21, 2021
    8
    Um dos poucos jogos do xbox que me agradam infelizmente perdeu a exclusividade no xbox, mais enfim Eu Gostei Muito Da História mesmo sendo simples , o jogo tem uma dificuldade muito boa bem desafiadora, mesmo sendo um game indie me agradou mt!
  23. Lorhjk68
    Dec 19, 2021
    10
    The game is great and everyone has given it all the praise it can get. BUT BE WARNED! This game is brutally difficult and if you don't have the patience to develop skills, you're gonna have a bad time.
  24. Mister04
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Great game in a beautiful cartoon style from the 30s. The game has excellent and varied bosses, a good soundtrack, interesting characters, levels. One of the best platform games ever.
  25. saintandrewsfal
    Oct 4, 2021
    4
    I can easily see why people would like this game. It's colorful, stylish, and unique. But it's for a certain type of gamer. I'm not that type of gamer. Because of it's difficulty and repetition, it puts itself in a class that isn't interesting to me. But more than just my tastes, the game does have additional flaws. 1) You can't turn in your upgrades (even at a reduced price) to get/tryI can easily see why people would like this game. It's colorful, stylish, and unique. But it's for a certain type of gamer. I'm not that type of gamer. Because of it's difficulty and repetition, it puts itself in a class that isn't interesting to me. But more than just my tastes, the game does have additional flaws. 1) You can't turn in your upgrades (even at a reduced price) to get/try something else. You could argue that this makes the game even more difficult, but I'd rather they increase the difficulty in a less aggravating way to locking you into an upgrade. 2) You can only go so far on simple mode, which isn't made clear at the beginning of the game. Thus, you might play through on simple for the story only to find out that won't get you to the ending. 3) Some bosses/boss parts can be easily defeated standing in a certain spot and/or doing a certain move, which you can grind to find out or watch YouTube. But to be fair, that's true for a lot of games. 4) When playing two players it can be hard to distinguish between you and your friend. I think Cuphead and Mugman should've been a little more unique from one another. 5) Should've had a kid mode so that not only could kids play this game, but casual adults too.

    Anyway, I prefer games with simple story mode or some online action. This game kept my interest for a night or two, but the aforementioned flaws and repetition was not my thing. If you're like me, this isn't the game for you.    … Expand
  26. Tbone413
    Sep 27, 2021
    5
    Really couldn’t get into it, just felt too painful and unforgiving. However, that probably just comes down to preference of game style and thus I couldn’t fairy give it a negative score. The art style is also brilliant and should be reused in future games.
  27. MAELISMA
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cuphead is a joy both to view and to play. From the art style paying homage to cartoons by Fleisher Studios and Walt Disney which were popular back in the 1930s, to the perfect level of difficulty that motivates you to improve upon your last attempt. The run-and-gun stages were unique and enjoyable, but are nothing compared to the brilliantly crafted boss fights. From your humble beginnings facing Goopy Le Grande all the way to the climatic battle with the Devil, there is no boss or song in the soundtrack that disappoints. With the addition of co-op in the game, you and a friend can take on the unique and quirky bosses together for incredible amounts of enjoyment. The only complaint to be found for me was that some of the charms (equipped items) such as Heart, Twin Hearts, and the Whetstone never tend to serve a purpose aside from the former two helping those still learning the game. Overall, if you either have not purchased the game, or finished playing, I would highly recommend giving this game a full chance.… Expand
  28. CheetoPhingers
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    Sometimes you need a rate a game based on it doing what it set out to do. This is an excellent challenging platformer/shooter! Every frame is a work of art!
  29. Bigdongus30
    Jul 25, 2021
    10
    This game is awesome. The controls are great, the graphics are splendid and the game play is fun as hell. Prepare to die a ton, though. No punches are pulled here. Oh and the music is addictive.
  30. jyd1626
    Jun 24, 2021
    9
    Real dificult but also Real satisfying when you are a le to defeat all the bosses and complete the game. It has also a great enviroment.
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#9 Best Xbox One Game of 2017
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#6 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2017
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#2 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2017

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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 72 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 72
  3. Negative: 0 out of 72
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2018
    80
    The unique audiovisual elaborating and uncompromising playability beat a few freckles on the beauty of the game. Cuphead is a title that has mistakes, but you just cannot get it from the head. [Issue#279]
  2. FANDOM
    Dec 11, 2017
    70
    For players that appreciate classic run-and-gun combat, punishing difficulty, constantly learning from failure, and breathtaking art, Cuphead’s experience will not disappoint.
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  3. games(TM)
    Nov 3, 2017
    80
    Microsoft's true standout exclusive for 2017. [Issue#194, p.70]
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