Gang Beasts
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 Storefront logo of Gang Beasts | |
| Developer(s) | Boneloaf |
| Publisher(s) | Double Fine Presents |
| Engine | Unity |
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| Release |
Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux
PlayStation 4
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| Genre(s) | Beat 'em up, party |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Gang Beasts is an upcoming multiplayer beat 'em up party video game developed by Boneloaf and published by Double Fine Presents.[1] The game released on Steam Early Access for Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux on 29 August 2014. The game is expected to release on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR during 2017.[2]
The game has been tested and reviewed on the Oculus Rift platform.[3]
News regarding the game making an appearance on the Xbox One seems unhopeful due to Microsoft’s parity clause, which states that games must be released on the same day as rival consoles. Thus, this has created complications and the developers of the game are considering to not launch the game on the Xbox One, as of right now.[4]
As far as the Nintendo Switch is concerned, only rumors have surfaced. One of the developers, however, has made a comment stating that they have discussed and entertained the possibility.[5]
Gameplay
Gang Beasts is a multiplayer party game with gelatinous characters, melee fight sequences, and hazardous environments, set in the fictional metropolis of Beef City. At initial release it contained 8 multiplayer stages. The core gameplay involves using various physical abilities such as punching or kicking an opponent until they are "knocked out", and then attempting to toss them over one of the stage hazards. Opponents that have been knocked down are not completely defenseless however, as they can fight back to be released.[6]
Reception
Already in its freeware alpha state, as well as upon Steam Early Access release, the game was met with positive response from critics and fans.[7][8][9][10][11][12]
References
- ↑ Rice, Greg (18 August 2014). "Double Fine Presents: Gang Beasts". Double Fine Productions. Retrieved 27 December 2015.
- ↑ "Gang Beasts FAQ". Gang Beasts. Retrieved 23 December 2016.
- ↑ Durbin, J. (2016). ‘Gang Beasts VR’ Review: Welcome To The Jello-Dome. Upload. Retrieved from https://uploadvr.com/gang-beasts-vr-review-welcome-jello-dome/
- ↑ Patrick, D. (2017). Boneloaf Explains Why Gang Beasts May Not Launch For Xbox One. Gameranx. Retrieved from http://gameranx.com/updates/id/105447/article/boneloaf-explains-why-gang-beasts-may-not-launch-for-xbox-one/
- ↑ Nintenmau5. (2017). Gang Beasts Could Be Making Its Way To Nintendo Switch. My Nintendo News. Retrieved from https://mynintendonews.com/2017/05/04/gang-beasts-could-be-making-its-way-to-nintendo-switch/
- ↑ Smith, Graham. "Gang Beasts Grapples With Online Multiplayer Beta". Rock, Paper, Shotgun. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
- ↑ Bramwell, Tom (10 September 2014). "Gang Beasts Early Access review". Eurogamer. Gamer Network. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ↑ Smith, Adam (4 April 2014). "Hands On: Gang Beasts". Rock, Paper, Shotgun. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ↑ Labbe, Mark (31 August 2015). "PAX Prime 2015: Gang Beasts Hands-On Preview – Goofy Brawler". PlayStation LifeStyle. CraveOnline. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ↑ Stuart, Keith (21 July 2014). "Gang Beasts – probably the funniest fighting game ever made". The Guardian. Guardian News and Media. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ↑ Conditt, Jessica (19 August 2014). "Burn, crush your jelly pals in Gang Beasts from Double Fine". Engadget. AOL Tech. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ↑ Hansen, Steve (2 September 2014). "Gang Beasts out on Steam, fight your friends like a drunk on skates". Destructoid. ModernMethod. Retrieved 8 January 2016.