Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Red Fly Studio
- Publishers: Activision
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows (2013) Review
Cowabunga! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows is the TMNT game fans have been waiting for. With seamless co-op, team combo moves, and relentless combat, it’s a blast to play as the Turtles and save New York City from Shredder and his evil mutants.
Story
Out of the Shadows takes place after the events of the 2012 TMNT TV series. The Turtles have defeated Shredder and his Foot Clan, but the evil mastermind has escaped and is plotting his revenge. The Turtles must once again team up to stop Shredder and his new allies, including the mutant crocodile Leatherhead and the deadly assassin Karai.
The story is told through a series of cutscenes that are well-written and voice-acted. The cutscenes do a great job of capturing the personalities of the Turtles and their allies, and they help to move the story along at a brisk pace.
Gameplay
Out of the Shadows is a four-player online co-op brawler. Players can choose to play as Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, or Raphael, each with their own unique abilities and fighting styles. The Turtles can team up to perform powerful combo moves, and they can also use their environment to their advantage.
The combat in Out of the Shadows is fast-paced and fluid. The Turtles can string together a variety of attacks, including punches, kicks, throws, and special moves. The combat is also very strategic, as players need to use their environment and their teammates to their advantage.
In addition to the main story mode, Out of the Shadows also features a number of bonus modes, including a survival mode, a challenge mode, and a boss rush mode. These modes offer a variety of challenges for players of all skill levels.
Graphics
Out of the Shadows is a beautiful game. The character models are detailed and expressive, and the environments are lush and atmospheric. The game runs smoothly even on older hardware, and the load times are minimal.
Sound
The sound design in Out of the Shadows is top-notch. The voice acting is excellent, and the music is catchy and memorable. The sound effects are also very well-done, and they help to create a truly immersive experience.
Overall
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows is a fantastic TMNT game. It’s got everything fans of the franchise could want, including a great story, fun gameplay, beautiful graphics, and excellent sound design. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the Turtles or you’re just looking for a great co-op game to play with friends, Out of the Shadows is definitely worth checking out.
Score
9/10
Pros
- Fun and engaging gameplay
- Great story
- Beautiful graphics
- Excellent sound design
- Seamless co-op
Cons
- Can be repetitive at times
- Some of the bonus modes are not very challenging
Review Score
7.5/10
Art
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