
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed
TMNT: Mutants Unleashed, TMNT: Mutant Mayhem
Release Date: October 18, 2024
Action, TPP, animated TV series, cartoons, comics, singleplayer
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Steam
An action game based on the movie of the same name. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem stars the titular heroes, defending New York City from an emerging threat.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is an action game based on the animated movie of the same name. It was developed by Outright Games, a studio specializing in making licensed products.
Plot
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is set a few months after the movie, starring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael. The heroes must once again face down a threat to all of New York City. As befitting the franchise, the plot is very humorous.
Mechanics
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem features the titular playable characters traversing various stages set in New York City, completing objectives and fighting enemies. We must stay mobile and make good use of every turtle's unique weapon and moveset.
Technical aspects
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem retains the movie's colorful artstyle.
Videos and Screens
[1:38] Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed Launch Trailer
[0:55] Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutants Unleashed - Announcement Trailer
IGN: 5 / 10 by Luke Reilly
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed looks the part, but its button bashing action quickly becomes boring thanks to its slim selection of enemies and its constantly reused levels.
GamingTrend: 70 / 100 by Richard Allen
TMNT: Mutants Unleashed has the makings of a good game for those able to sift through the grime of the early hours, but ultimately attempts to do too much, while never mastering any of its ideas. It is not the beat 'em up we've come to expect from the turtles, but is a serviceable light RPG with an in-depth, though not complex, story, a robust ability tree to unlock, tons of collectibles, and a unique ally system which rewards players who are willing to invest in helping the Turtles' friends succeed. Despite my initial hesitation and the abysmal camera, I found myself giving in to the game's eternally optimistic story and characters, and that was enough to compel me to complete the nearly 15-hour adventure.
Video Chums: 7.5 / 10 by A.J. Maciejewski
I had a wonderful time with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed and its enjoyable co-op gameplay with memorable characters that all have top-notch voice actors. The pizza did come out of the oven a bit too early, though. ??
The main pros of the game
- Art Style and Graphics: The game captures the vibrant and bold visual style of the recent movie, which many players found appealing.
- Combat Mechanics: The combat is described as fluid and satisfying, with a variety of moves and combinations that allow each turtle to have a distinct playstyle. Players appreciated the unlockable combos and the overall engaging nature of the fighting system.
- Social Mechanics: The inclusion of Persona-style social elements adds depth to the gameplay, allowing players to manage time and build relationships with characters, which enhances the narrative experience.
- Replayability: The game offers multiple characters to master, side content, and a New Game Plus mode, encouraging players to engage with the game beyond the main story.
- Performance: Many users reported good performance on various platforms, including a stable frame rate.
The main cons of the game
- Combat and Camera Issues: Users noted that the combat can feel clunky, with awkward camera angles that can hinder gameplay, especially during intense fights or platforming sections. Some found the combat to become repetitive over time.
- Lack of Checkpoints: The absence of checkpoints can lead to frustrating experiences, as players must restart levels upon dying, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- Limited Multiplayer: The game only supports local co-op for two players, which disappointed some users who were hoping for a more expansive multiplayer experience.
- Bugs and Glitches: Several players reported encountering bugs, such as enemies getting stuck, long loading times, and occasional soft locks, which negatively impacted their experience.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Online Co-op: Many users expressed a desire for online multiplayer options, which were not included in the game, limiting its cooperative play capabilities.
- Depth in Storytelling: Some players felt that the story was lacking depth and that the cutscenes and dialogue could be more engaging, with a desire for more nuanced character interactions.
- More Variety in Enemies and Levels: Users noted that the enemy variety and level design could become repetitive, and there was a call for more diverse gameplay experiences.
- Quality of Life Improvements: Suggestions included more frequent saves, better camera control, and improved animations for cutscenes to enhance the overall polish of the game.
Summary
- In summary, while "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed" has garnered praise for its art style, combat mechanics, and social elements, it has also faced criticism for combat clunkiness, camera issues, and a lack of online multiplayer options. Players are looking for enhancements in storytelling, variety, and overall game polish.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Switch
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Developer: aheartfulofgames
Publisher: Outright Games
Age restrictions: n/a
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i3-7100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 750 / 4 GB Radeon RX 550, 16 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2500X, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 960 / 3 GB Radeon R9 280, 20 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit