- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release Date: May 21, 2021
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One
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Jun 7, 2021Knockout City is basic on the surface but its core mechanics are able to provide so much fun that you may well struggle to put it down. It’s got all the fundamentals right and with just a bit more content added in, this could be something really special. If you’re looking for a unique spin on the competitive multiplayer angle, it’s absolutely worth a look.
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Jun 1, 2021There are few games that have ever made me scream in anger or shout with unbridled joy as often as Knockout City and I absolutely can’t stop playing. It’s a near-perfect team multiplayer game packed with strategy, heart, and an incredibly impressive level of polish. Even if it’s a bit buggy and lacking in content at the moment, I can’t recommend it enough.
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May 28, 2021Knockout City is easily one of the most pleasant surprises so far this year, managing to turn a game of dodgeball into an addictive and high-octane multiplayer brawl with a unique Zeerust twist in its aesthetics and silky smooth gameplay that anyone can get into. Hopefully it still ends up being a success after the current trial period, because it would be amazing to see just how massive and fun of a city Velan Studios can eventually make.
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May 27, 2021I’m shocked with how well Knockout City turned out. It’s easily the biggest surprise of 2021, something everyone should give a go while it’s still free to try.
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May 24, 2021Knockout City is, indeed, a knockout. It’s absolutely a blast, and despite some small issues, it’s an entirely creative and sharp concept and execution. I only hope the fun lasts after the initial buzz and free play period dies down.
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May 21, 2021Knockout City bets on playability and fun with a Dodgeball game full of personality. Its map design and special balls enrich a well-designed gameplay. If you like multiplayer games, this one will pleasantly surprise you with its style. It is a solid bet within its genre by EA Originals, more being released on EA Play and Xbox Game Pass.
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May 25, 2021Fun but shallow game that may improve over the next few months with more new content, but that at its release time isn't enough to keep you playing for long enough.
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May 26, 2021Knockout City is a blast for tried-and-true online combat fans, thanks to its mix of instantly intriguing and powerful abilities and rock-paper-dodgeball strategy pivots. It's also an incredibly easy recommendation for kids and families, since it finally cracked the nut of an "online shooter" that offers the fun of a gun game without in any way resembling gunplay. Its cartoony aesthetic has grown on me, too, thanks to an art team that has balanced simple geometry with bold, enticing designs in a very Nintendo-like way. Assuming EA doesn't screw this up in the months to come, expect Knockout City to land on my list of 2021's best games of the year. [Ars Technica Approved]
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 22 out of 35
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Mixed: 7 out of 35
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Negative: 6 out of 35
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May 26, 2021İ really love this game. I had so much fun playing the game, I will definitely buy this game. i hope the game improves more with updates
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May 23, 2021
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Jun 27, 2022solid concept. though the animations are a bit meh, and the gameplay isnt too hot, too repetetive