High on Life

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 704 Ratings

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  • Summary: Fresh out of high school with no job and no ambition, you've really got nothing going for you until an alien cartel that wants to get high off humanity invades Earth. Now, you and a team of charismatic talking guns must answer the hero's call and become the deadliest intergalactic bountyFresh out of high school with no job and no ambition, you've really got nothing going for you until an alien cartel that wants to get high off humanity invades Earth. Now, you and a team of charismatic talking guns must answer the hero's call and become the deadliest intergalactic bounty hunter the cosmos has ever seen.

    Travel to various planets and locations across the cosmos, go up against the nefarious Garmantuous and his gang of goons, collect loot, meet unique characters, and more, in the latest comedy adventure from Justin Roiland!

    Navigate dynamic and changing worlds that range from a jungle paradise, to a city built inside an asteroid, the hub of the cosmos.

    Leverage the distinct skills of each gun to defeat a variety of diabolical alien enemies and track down Garmantuous.

    Complete hunter challenges, meet weird, fun, and hilarious characters, collect an array of alien technology, and more!    … Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 48
  3. Negative: 5 out of 48
  1. XboxAddict
    Jan 17, 2023
    95
    High on Life is a fantastic addition to the Xbox catalog. Even if it wasn’t in Xbox Gamepass I would be recommending you play this game for its story, Metroidvania exploration and Trick Holes. Since it’s included with Xbox Gamepass it’s a no-brainer to check out. If you are a fan of the Roiland style humor then you are in for a real treat. There were so many times I had to pause the game and set the controller down because I was so shocked by something that was said or done. It was a pleasant surprise to be caught off guard like that in a game and I really look forward to what Squanch Games does next. Hopefully it's a sequel to this must play game.
  2. Gaming Age
    Dec 16, 2022
    83
    It’s a solid shooter that often manages to nail its jokes, has a unique visual style, and feels pretty great to control the further into the campaign you get. It isn’t going to be the best shooter of all time, but it’s certainly fun while it lasts, and worth checking out.
  3. Generación Xbox
    Dec 29, 2022
    80
    High on Life comes to our consoles and is consolidated as one of the great surprises of the year. A fun delivery, full of action and uncensored humor that will make your games incredibly funny.
  4. Hobby Consolas
    Dec 15, 2022
    75
    A fun FPS that gets better with every new talking gun you get. The wild situations, constant banter and sense of humor can either be great or a bummer, depending on your tastes. But if you like Rick & Morty, you're going to love it.
  5. TheSixthAxis
    Dec 19, 2022
    70
    High on Life is a conflicted game. On the one hand it's a solid shooter that often feels like more than the sum of its parts, and comes with an engaging art style and ideas, but the sense of humour is just so subjective that it's hard to recommend to anyone that isn't a die hard Rick and Morty fan.
  6. Xbox Achievements
    Dec 14, 2022
    60
    High On Life is easily Squanch Games’ most ambitious project, but aside from the environments and the world-building which match that ambition, the first-person shooter itself is incredibly generic, and not funny enough to make up for it.
  7. But Why Tho?
    Dec 12, 2022
    30
    Anyone who isn’t thrilled at the idea of having Roiland constantly chattering in their ear for a dozen hours straight will likely find the game’s incessant need to force itself on the player annoying. With the addition of uncompelling combat, frustrating exploration, and a lack of anything else to offer players, High on Life is one of the most annoying, derivative, and slogging experiences in years.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 299 out of 384
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 384
  3. Negative: 49 out of 384
  1. awais142
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    PS5 BOTS WILL TRY TO PUT IN FAKE REVIEWS. IGNORE THEM. THEIR JEALOUS HOW MUCH THEIR CONSOLE ACTUALLY SUCKS.

    This game is absolutely freaking    PS5 BOTS WILL TRY TO PUT IN FAKE REVIEWS. IGNORE THEM. THEIR JEALOUS HOW MUCH THEIR CONSOLE ACTUALLY SUCKS.

    This game is absolutely freaking amazing and HILARIOUS. I love all the uniqueness of the weapons, and how beautiful the environments look. Especially, how creative the characters and their dialogue are and how funny it is to listen to. You can tell how hard the crew put their all into this game, with so much dialogue and fun combat. The character guns are so cool also, how they talk to you and how their own upgrades cater to them or how they react to everything around you and everyone else. Literally, makes you think how much time actually went into development into that alone. Even the A.I are hilarious, but VERY intelligent. The way they take cover, taunt you, and at times even are programmed to attack other A.I that they don't get along with. Amazing game can't wait to see all the more DLC guns and content for this sick game.    … Expand
  2. Herna
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    High On Life fun and very risky but worth it. More games like this are needed.
  4. batzee2257
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    Colorful and Entertaining. Gives a Rick and Morty Cartoon Vibes. And the Gun is Morty keeps your spirit up always. Gameplay is your typicalColorful and Entertaining. Gives a Rick and Morty Cartoon Vibes. And the Gun is Morty keeps your spirit up always. Gameplay is your typical first person shooter. The real winner are the characters and how it gives a different experience that your regular First Person Gameplay. Must try.… Expand
  5. hax3r405
    Dec 18, 2022
    9
    Great game and worth playing. I beat the game in 3 days because I couldn’t put it down. It’s the type of game you’d expect from the creatorsGreat game and worth playing. I beat the game in 3 days because I couldn’t put it down. It’s the type of game you’d expect from the creators of Rick & Morty, but not as funny as the show yet still funny enough to make you keep playing. My only complaint was the ending, I won’t elaborate on the bad ending I’ll just let you figure it out.… Expand
  6. xCrimsonEdge
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    The game reminds me of the metroid prime days, it's hillarious and definitely feels like I'm playing a Rick and Morty game which I love.The game reminds me of the metroid prime days, it's hillarious and definitely feels like I'm playing a Rick and Morty game which I love. Definitely if you like that stuff I suggest you pick it up and play it since it's free on gamepass.… Expand
  7. JFranciscoVM
    Dec 22, 2022
    8
    Es una experiencia entretenida y divertida
    Pero aveces es mucho el diálogo entre los combates y alguno que otro npc muy molesto
    Y por favor    Es una experiencia entretenida y divertida
    Pero aveces es mucho el diálogo entre los combates y alguno que otro npc muy molesto
    Y por favor que los subtítulos se les pueda cambiar el tamaño
    Gracias    … Expand
  8. dafunkk
    Dec 15, 2022
    0
    I'm actually speechless that critics are dumping on this and at the same time praising Pentiment as some sort of second coming. Pentiment wasI'm actually speechless that critics are dumping on this and at the same time praising Pentiment as some sort of second coming. Pentiment was complete, utter, self-serving, agenda shoving LAZY trash that loves the smell of its own farts. High on Life however, it's just pure fun. ...And some fart jokes.

    I can't say for sure if you'll love this game without being a Rick and Morty fan. There's zero connection to the show beyond the voice actors and creator, but the humor is very similar. That being said, I have heard people say they aren't really into R&M but love this game. Personally, this was the best experience I've had playing on my Series X. The graphics are slick, with a style that shows a lot of creativity and love. The writing is hilarious -- honestly this is classic LucasArts level of humor (and meta-humor.) The gunplay isn't best-in-class but it's more than serviceable. Did I mention how funny this game is yet? Literally laughed out loud many, many times.

    It is SO refreshing to play an original game that has no motive beyond entertaining me and making me laugh. The AAA and Indie scene has gone very stale, hopefully some of those creative types take a break to get High on Life before making their next game. We need more entertainment focused on fun.    … Expand

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