One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows

 Xbox One
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15
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  1. GamingTrend
    May 5, 2020
    75
    One-Punch Man fans have a lot to be excited about with this game and should definitely check it out! Even though the game is not centered around Saitama, it does closely follow the first few major story arcs in the manga, which makes this nerd very happy. The game is also simple enough for a young child to follow and enjoy (if the parent is okay with violence and chaos, that is). All in all, I give this game a 75 out of 100 for its easy to grasp combat system, endless player customization, and the beautiful visuals.
  2. Generación Xbox
    Mar 9, 2020
    72
    Bandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft have brought us the video game debut of One Punch Man. A much awaited title that will please the fans of the series, but not those who are looking for a good fighting game due to its great simplicity.
  3. TheXboxHub
    Mar 16, 2020
    70
    One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows on Xbox One delivers a flurry of hard-hitting punches, but misses with almost as many as it lands. The story-based goings on are in keeping with the anime, many recognisable characters feature and you just have to love the nonchalant Saitama. Even the fighting is a lot of fun thanks to the quirky events, ace killer moves and the arrivals, with a frantic feel to proceedings. However your hero is lacking in character, customisation options and just how powerless they feel at times.
  5. GameSpew
    Mar 5, 2020
    70
    Likely to be a pleasant surprise for those who were expecting the worst, or even just a bog-standard anime brawler.
  6. Xbox Tavern
    Mar 9, 2020
    68
    If you are a fan of the One-Punch Man anime, it’s a no brainer and you should pick this game up! It’s enjoyable creating your own hero and rising up the hero ranks. However, in the end I did feel a little bit disappointed as it takes a lot of work to rise up the ranks, with way too many side quests needing completing.
  7. We Got This Covered
    Mar 12, 2020
    60
    Although it's super clunky and very unpolished, there's a weird charm to One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows. It may not satisfy brawler aficionados or hardcore OPM fanatics, but it should amuse those who want to experience life as a flamboyant superhero.
  8. New Game Network
    Mar 9, 2020
    60
    One-Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows may please some fans of the overpowered warrior, but the repetitive campaign missions, formulaic fighting mechanics, and underwhelming presentation will limit the appeal of this fighting game.
  9. IGN
    Mar 6, 2020
    60
    Being the titular One-Punch Man is fun, but the rest of A Hero Nobody Knows' repetitious fighting/action game hybrid is lackluster.
  10. MondoXbox
    Mar 4, 2020
    60
    One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows looks like a lazy attempt to create a One Punch Man fighting game, with a repetitive filler-riddled structure and a problematic technical production. It's got its fair share of fanservice content and the Saitama management mechanic is interesting, but it feels too much as every other Bandai Namco anime fighting game.
  11. Cultured Vultures
    Mar 2, 2020
    60
    Fans of the series might get a kick out of it, but there’s not enough decent meat on the game’s bones to warrant any long-term attention.
  12. Windows Central
    Feb 28, 2020
    60
    One-Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is a great fighting game, but its open levels need more work when it comes to the voice acting and animations.
  13. Jeuxvideo.com
    Feb 29, 2020
    50
    Quotation forthcoming.
  14. The Digital Fix
    Apr 29, 2020
    40
    One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is, unfortuantely, One Punch Man: A Game Nobody Will Play. It doesn't treat the source material with the respect it deserves and, ultimately, feels flat all things considered.
  15. EGM
    Mar 5, 2020
    40
    If not for its uninspired design and lack of effort in the storytelling, One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows might have actually been a good game. Oddly for a fighting game, it focuses almost entirely on its single-player, often to its detriment. But if you can look past the repetitive structure and the uneven pacing, there’s actually some fun combat to be found, and its multiplayer meta is surprisingly addictive.
  16. Video Chums
    Mar 20, 2020
    39
    It's difficult to recommend a game as bland as One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows to anyone; even hardcore fans of the manga. It definitely has its charms but underneath the surface, an incredibly hollow experience resides.

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 17
  3. Negative: 12 out of 17
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Mar 8, 2020
    6
    One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is an Anime RPG Fighting Game. You control your own hero through the events of One Punch Man's FirstOne Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is an Anime RPG Fighting Game. You control your own hero through the events of One Punch Man's First season. You start out in Character Creation, with very limited options available to you, but many more unlockable while you play. This customization is amazing, especially once you unlock a bunch of cosmetics. Once you get your character made your adventure begins, and you meet Lecture Man, who guides you through your tutorial. And thus you begin your journey as a Hero! This journey is a ton of repetitive quests, either fetch and delivery quests or defeat the enemy. And once and a while you're path crosses that of the anime's storyline. The abundance of repeating the same thing creates a slow progression. The combat is heavy and sluggish, creating even more drag. This, unfortunately, doesn't feel like it captures what the anime delivers. The game is loaded with the humor from the anime, almost too much of it, as the jokes get stale after being reused countless times. and when Saitama joins the match, it's over, as he doesn't take damage, and wins with one punch... The online combat is unbalanced, as Saitama will show up, and the game uses the stats you've built during the game, so if you aren't a higher level be prepared to get smashed. You will see all the characters from the show, and during side missions, other players avatars can show up for you to use. Definitely made for the fans, the game is fun, but can become stale quickly.… Full Review »
  2. GabFire
    Aug 9, 2020
    2
    Jogo extremamente mal desenvolvido, parece que resolveram entregar de qualquer jeito, nem analisaram antes se estava bom ou ruim. Espero que aJogo extremamente mal desenvolvido, parece que resolveram entregar de qualquer jeito, nem analisaram antes se estava bom ou ruim. Espero que a Bandai Namco melhore seus conceitos de produção de jogos eletrônicos antes que seja tarde demais, porque esse ano só teve porcaria com essa empresa.… Full Review »
  3. Pzawesome
    Mar 7, 2020
    3
    A real smack in the face to any One Punch fans. The voice acting is terrible in terms of editing especially. It would sound better if myA real smack in the face to any One Punch fans. The voice acting is terrible in terms of editing especially. It would sound better if my discord narrated it. The combat is okay at best and lackluster most of the time. The fact that it takes several hours to even unlock Saitama in a fighting game about his show is asinine. Over world had some decent ideas but nothing outstanding. Quests are boring. Enemies are mostly just a palette swap. Character customization is cool once you start unlocking stuff. But it just isn’t worth the time. Go play Xenoverse, FighterZ, or Smash.… Full Review »
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