The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is ranked in the 60th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Strong

OpenCritic Rating

75

Top Critic Average

58%

Critics Recommend

Based on 72 critic reviews

Score Distribution

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Entertainium
Liked
Liked
Sep 14, 2023

What developer Gun has managed to deliver with The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is an accomplishment, same as they previously have dealing with Friday the 13th. If you can keep in mind the game’s level of commitment and don’t mind suffering through the headaches of playing with randoms, it can be an enjoyable time, And for fans of the source material, it’s got lots of little details to notice and appreciate for sure.

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One More Game
Wait
Wait
Aug 24, 2023

Saying it again, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre has good bones but is lacking some meat in important areas that may make or break it. With only three maps to play at launch, players looking for more will surely feel disappointed. Even then, there’s fun to be had in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, but it is quite hard to recommend it at launch when things are still a bit bare bones, so to speak. Fans of the genre may want to check it out due to its fantastic recreation of the film, but some caution regarding the breadth of content is advised.

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GamesRadar+
Unscored
Unscored
Aug 14, 2023

For those migrating away from Friday the 13th: The Game, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre could prove to be a welcoming alternative. While this new multiplayer horror game certainly shows promise, my earliest hours with the family have been hindered by needless friction. It's occasionally thrilling, but often frustrating.

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Kotaku
Unscored
Unscored
Aug 18, 2023

I’m only hoping that future added content and skilled players will help Texas become, as macabre as this is, a bit more fun. Dying and reviving under a searing, neon sun is a rare opportunity; from the safety of my console, I’d like to enjoy it.

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The Escapist
Unscored
Unscored
Aug 18, 2023
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Scored Reviews

PC Invasion
10 / 10
10 / 10
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre game does not just use the horror franchise as an aesthetic but builds its core mechanics around the film's essence. The cinematography, music, and tone have been studied with religious fervor to recreate the macabre world Tobe Hooper created almost 50 years ago. Moreover, the gameplay and character progression give it the "just one more" feeling that is severely missing from other asymmetrical horror titles. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre game transforms the iconic franchise into a terrifying experience that will haunt players for a long time.

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GamesCreed
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5.0
Aug 23, 2023

The gameplay of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is well-varied, exciting, and certainly full of horror. It is a fantastic addition to the asymmetrical horror genre and allows for a very fun experience. The only worry when it comes to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is the longevity of the live service experience. Unlike DbD, a very similar game, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is locked within one IP, potentially meaning there isn’t a great deal of room for expansion. Despite this, the game has a lot of entertainment value and is well worth playing for some very tense online gaming.

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GameSpot
9 / 10
9 / 10
Aug 14, 2023

The adaptation of one of the scariest movies ever made becomes one of the scariest games I've ever played.

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Attack of the Fanboy
4.5 / 5
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is an addictive and spine-chilling experience that comes neatly wrapped in a patchwork parcel of skin and bone.

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Capsule Computers
9 / 10
9 / 10.0
Aug 26, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre proves itself as an engaging, intense thrill ride - and one of the best multiplayer games of this generation.

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COGconnected
85 / 100
85 / 100
Aug 14, 2023

Despite The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’s hiccups, I’ve had a blast with it. As a diehard fan of the original film, Sumo Digital’s take on its disturbing universe is faithful, suspenseful, and a hell of a lot of fun. Bear in mind TCM will require a ton of support to maintain an interested player base. But if it gets even half of the love and care that Dead by Daylight receives, it will be a multiplayer staple for years to come. Ladies and gentlemen, start your chainsaws.

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PlayStation Universe
8.5 / 10
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2023

Sumo Nottingham's fresh take on the asymmetric multiplayer genre is greatly welcomed. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre offers an intense horror experience when playing as the victims, and is equally as fun as chasing them down as the twisted Sawyer family. Faithfully capturing the iconic characters, and what made the original film so great, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a best in class of the genre.

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Gaming Nexus
8.5 / 10
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2023

Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a ton of fun, and though it has some issues it has been pretty addicting to play. This is one of those games though that you will get the most out of it if you are playing with friends and using mics, as teamwork is a must. Some great new game dynamics elevate this one above the fray, making it the best asymmetrical horror game in recent memory.

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Multiplayer First
8.5 / 10
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2023

It’s not a flawless game, but the anguish and thrills that it conveys are almost one of a kind, delivered with confidence and brutality to match the source. This is one for horror aficionados and everyone else who likes a good old-fashioned game of murderer cat, and stealthy mouse.

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NoobFeed
85 / 100
85 / 100
Aug 21, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will certainly be in the history books for faithful adaptations. It is an immensely fun experience with some unlockable content as well. When you reach a certain overall level, you can unlock concept art and behind the scenes set photos from the original movie, along with other goodies. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre gets every bloody detail just right, and the game is fairly balanced.

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Play Watch Read
8.5 / 10
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2023

n 1973 a teenager goes missing, after which her sister and friends try to track her down. They walk straight into a horrific nightmare. Although The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is not the first game to use such a formula, Sumo Nottingham applies it masterfully. Break out in a sweat on the run from psychotic killers or let the teenage blood flow freely yourself. Play together with and against gamers from all platforms!

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TheGamer
4 / 5
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is the asymmetric horror game fully realised. It weaves the horror of one of the slasher genre’s most guttural and unsettling movies with the thrill of Dead by Daylight’s action beautifully and stands a chance at finally offering a true competitor in the genre.

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Shacknews
8 / 10
8 / 10
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a splendid new entry in the asymmetrical multiplayer family. Its recreation of the characters and locations from the 1974 movie is deeply impressive, as it’s abundantly clear that authenticity was a top priority during development. It helps to enhance the exhilarating gameplay, though I do worry about its approachability given the deep systems and mechanics. Regardless, it’s one that I look forward to playing both casually and competitively with friends whenever I want a good scare.

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TrueAchievements
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 18, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is as gorgeous as it is brutal, terrifyingly unpredictable, and offers intense moments of dread as you attempt to escape the blood-stained clutches of the Slaughter Family. It's an exciting game to play on either side, and the love for the IP is apparent everywhere you look. While there are a few technical issues that can sully the experience, this is a game that any horror fan should play.

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Guardian
4 / 5
Aug 22, 2023

This is Tobe Hooper's putrid amoral universe in film perfectly replicated as an interactive terror ridePC, PS4/5, Xbox; Sumo Digital/Gun Interactive

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PCGamesN
8 / 10
8 / 10
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a killer game for fans of the asymmetrical horror genre, thanks to its beautiful maps, varied gameplay, and unique 4v3 balance. Faithful to the 1974 movie, this one is a pleasure for horror fans, but whether it can stand the test of time like the film itself remains to be seen.

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Checkpoint Gaming
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Sep 5, 2023

As asymmetrical horror games go, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is on the shoulders of genre mainstays and still, it's an absolute ripper. Players are thrown in the deep end, which while frustrating at first leads to later games where things begin to click and make a lot more sense. Seeing iconic locations from the films and racing to find the way out as a chainsaw swings behind you is quite the thrill but it's as thrilling as it is unforgiving. Perks will aid you but understanding the perk tree is a little convoluted. Playing as the Family is a cruel spin on the game too for those feeling a little more sadistic. I do worry about how much runway the game will have into the future with limited films, not to mention the fate of the developer's other asymmetrical horror game. Perhaps this could see the game moving into more original content based on the IP it lives and breathes. And who knows? Maybe you'll be lucky and escape first try.

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GameSkinny
8 / 10
Aug 17, 2023

Passion for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre IP meets exciting multiplayer game design.

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GameGrin
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a joy to play, while there are some minor growing pains, it is more than worth your time and money.

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LevelUp
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 21, 2023

Some small and slight technical limitations, could be the stain on the white shirt, but its addictive gameplay in cooperative mode, well achieved setting within the horror genre of psychopaths and serial killers, and the addition of being able to enjoy in the company of our friends (as) of personalized games, make the title a macabre fun experience, Satisfying and highly recommended that fans of the horror genre, can not miss.

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Gamefa
8 / 10
Gamefa
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2023

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is without a doubt one of the best Asymmetrical Horror games in recent years. it doesn't mean that this game is perfect or flawless by any means, but it does what it needs to do extremely well. Creating great atmosphere with immense pressure along successful adaptations of characters and elements of the main source.

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Try Hard Guides
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2023

Just like with the horror movie genre when the original was released, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is trying to change the way this type of game is played. It’s a game that can be as tense as it is beautiful, with each match introducing you to something new from the world of the movies. While the balancing isn’t perfect and makes escaping a much harder goal, there’s enough here that asymmetrical horror fans will enjoy.

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Prima Games
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2023

Technical issues aside, I find myself being drawn back into the grips of the Sawyer family more often than I would like to admit. Whether you choose to side with the cruel and sadistic Family, or you decide to step into the shoes of the Victims that they've ruthlessly captured, you're in for a multiplayer experience unlike anything else on the market.

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Entertainment Geekly
4 / 5
4 / 5.0
Aug 15, 2023

Sumo Digital and Gun Media’s digital rendition of the Texas Chain Saw Massacre stands as a gruesome tribute to its cinematic roots, an intense gameplay experience that will resonate with fans and newcomers alike.

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Seasoned Gaming
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2023

At the heart of Gun Media’s latest venture into Asymmetrical Horror lies an immensely fun and faithful dive into a legendary franchise.

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But Why Tho?
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 18, 2023

…The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a game that thrives on its dedication to not just replicating the Slaughter Family (which it does excellently) and planting easter eggs but on its goal to expand on it all. By using a unique storyline, the developers at GUN highlight the importance of honoring the source material and the necessity of making something unique from it.

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Expansive
4 / 5
Aug 20, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is one of the most polished, enjoyable asymmetrical horror games I’ve ever played at launch. From its crisp visuals to its grisly kills and smart strategic undertones, it finds a clever balance between vulnerable survivors trying to escape and ruthless killers who have all the tools to get the job done. Limited map variety and a few balancing issues aside, with a long term home on Game Pass this has a great future ahead, and I’m looking forward to seeing how the game continues to evolve in the months ahead.

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Twisted Voxel
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 21, 2023

A few noteworthy issues aside, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre surpasses its predecessor by delivering a thrilling and engaging asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience.

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Cinelinx
4 / 5
Aug 22, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre comes alive like never before in a brand new survival game that serves as a worthy entry into Leatherface’s legacy.

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Hey Poor Player
4 / 5
4 / 5.0
Aug 14, 2023

While Friday the 13th will always hold a special place inside my heart, I think it’s time to stop mourning and move on, because Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a complete success. It’s a varied and surprisingly deep character roster, each character with their own niche to fill and progression paths to follow, coupled with excellent map design and variety, position Texas Chainsaw Massacre as a title that will absolutely become my new asymmetrical go-to. While I do have some concerns around balance, and the huge grinds that the progression systems represent may not be for me, those are relatively minor blemishes on what is an otherwise fantastic package at launch. It’s authentic, bloody, and terrifying – quite frankly, it’s everything that I wanted the Texas Chainsaw Massacre to be. Now, if you don’t mind me, I’m just about ready to get back to spilling some guts.

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8Bit/Digi
8 / 10
8 / 10
Aug 28, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a stylish, intense, and thoroughly fun game adaptation that excellently captures the spirit of its source material.

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Skewed & Reviewed
4 / 5
Sep 5, 2023

The detail and nostalgia level alone makes the game a must for fans and the creepy fun is a must for horror fans.

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NaviGames
8 / 10
NaviGames
Serazor
8 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre fulfills quite well what it promises: to be an asymmetrical multiplayer about the famous horror franchise. It has good foundations and potential to improve and elude the repetitiveness that threatens it.

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The List
4 / 5
Sep 13, 2023

It’s a shame there isn’t an interactive tutorial. Instead the game asks you to sit through a surfeit of text-heavy videos. But then nothing beats actually playing the game to learn its intersecting systems. It really looks the part: the family members all resemble their on-screen counterparts (including the hitchhiker and the cook) and the locations and discordant soundtrack are highly evocative of the source material. These particular games rely on solid post-launch support so time will tell if it will survive and what will be left of it.

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GINX TV
8 / 10
8 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2023

Gun Media’s Texas Chain Saw Massacre shines in its unique yet faithful and genuinely scary adaptation of the Texas Chain Saw Massacre film. Honoring fan-favorite characters (like, of course, the ever-iconic Leatherface) and brand-new introductions that don't at all feel out of place, TCSM seems like it might be a mainstay in the asymmetrical horror game world.

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Wccftech
7.5 / 10
Wccftech
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
Aug 16, 2023

Due to its lackluster beginner experience, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre might be a little obtuse for players that aren't familiar with asymmetrical games. However, players who have plenty of experience with the genre will find a wonderful treat with this game compared to more prominent titles such as Dead by Daylight, thanks to its potential for more skill-based gameplay.

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CGMagazine
7.5 / 10
7.5 / 10.0
Aug 19, 2023

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a must play for die-hard fans of horror and the 1974 film, but there are limitations that hold it just short of greatness.

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Stevivor
7.5 / 10
7.5 / 10.0
Aug 20, 2023

So far, Texas Chain Saw Massacre seems tilted towards the family; while Leatherface is a bit slower than his kin, he can destroy shortcuts and help to funnel victims towards his faster, equally as lethal brethren. Despite tools meant to break pursuits and lines of sight, a victim is toast if they’re up against two family members at a time. Things like bone scraps are meant to shift things back into a victims favour, but extremely laggy connections — and ultra frustrating disconnects citing extreme ping — mean that a lot of attacks (on either side) whiff when you’re confident they’ll connect.

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WellPlayed
7.5 / 10
7.5 / 10.0
Aug 26, 2023

While the fear factor may not go all that far, the gameplay experience in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is smooth as butter and flows like claret from a freshly opened artery.

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WayTooManyGames
7.5 / 10
7.5 / 10.0
Dec 21, 2023

I wouldn’t consider The Texas Chain Saw Massacre to be the best asymmetrical multiplayer game I have ever played, but the sheer fact it has managed to carve a somewhat entertaining gameplay loop, whilst maintaining a steady playerbase for nearly a third of a year, is already very impressive. Playing as the cannibals is obviously more fun than being a victim, and the progression system is a bit unnecessary, but it could have been a lot worse.

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Gamerheadquarters
7.4 / 10
7.4 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre delivers on horror and exciting gameplay while also at times coming across as rather repetitive.

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Cerealkillerz
7.4 / 10
7.4 / 10.0
Jan 4, 2024

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a good asymmetrical multiplayer experience that really translates the original wonderfully. It offers a new approach thanks to the multiple killers and thus keeps the gameplay fresh for longer. Unfortunately, the now four maps are not enough for long-term motivation and the lack of solo challenges or general content apart from the one PVP mode detracts from the otherwise really great basic concept

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Hobby Consolas
71 / 100
71 / 100
Aug 15, 2023

The core of the gameplay is good and the atmosphere is very careful, but the scarcity of content and some technical problems play against it.

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Game Rant
3.5 / 5
Aug 21, 2023

At launch, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is one of the better-looking, more-polished asymmetrical multiplayer games on the market. It does a fantastic job of capturing the grotesque vibes of the 1974 horror film and translates its themes brilliantly into a gaming experience. Playing as the victims with a group of friends is a great deal of fun, though playing as the killers is not nearly as exciting. Only having three maps at launch is also not ideal and the game's lack of offline options is disappointing, but hopefully future updates will make The Texas Chain Saw Massacre an even better horror game than it is now.

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God is a Geek
7 / 10
7 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre has a lot of promise, but it'll need some updates before it can truly be called great.

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Windows Central
3.5 / 5
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre presents a distinctive virtual house of nightmares unlike any of its asymmetrical contemporaries. Every match feels like a bite-sized, three-act horror flick packed with gripping tension, genuine scares, and gratuitous murder. Technical problems and limited content variety put a damper on the overall package, but there’s ample twisted fun to have with friends and foes in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.

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Slant Magazine
3.5 / 5
Aug 16, 2023

The game, at present, isn’t without its issues, such as framerate stuttering and network dropouts, all of which will hopefully be addressed in future updates. Something, though, that isn’t likely to be addressed is the lack of variety, as there are only three maps—the Sawyer residence, the slaughterhouse, and the derelict gas station—each with a day/night variant. But don’t expect locations from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, like the abandoned carnival ground and radio station, to be added, as the makers of the game only have interactive rights to the original film. At least in terms of content, this Texas Chain Saw Massacre proves that, even as it pays rock-solid tribute to a film classic, fidelity has its limitations.

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GameCrate
7 / 10
GameCrate
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2023

So, even though the gameplay loop can be a lot of fun, I worry about the longevity of this game's lifespan. With only three maps (that are all kind of similar) and the possibility of not getting much new content due to licensing issues between all of the other films in the franchise, the game might not be around for a long time. Let’s hope that isn’t the case.

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Everyeye.it
7 / 10
7 / 10.0
Sep 13, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre not only does justice to the film from which it is inspired, but is also a good exponent of the genre to which it belongs.

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Gameblog
7 / 10
Gameblog
_SutterCane
Top Critic
7 / 10
Nov 2, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre proves that you can adapt a mythical work as if you didn't wreck it.

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GamingBolt
7 / 10
7 / 10.0
Aug 16, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre differentiates itself well from other horror multiplayer titles, channeling the brutality of the films with some unique gameplay despite the various issues.

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Niche Gamer
7 / 10
7 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2023

Compared to Friday the 13th: The Game, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a dramatic improvement in its polish. Some minor things don’t make sense like Grandpa’s powers, but the core experience is thrilling and distinct from the other asymmetrical multiplayer horror games.

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BaziCenter
7 / 10
7 / 10
Nov 8, 2023

Texas Chainsaw Massacre offers solid co-op gameplay, but the problem is that not enough players appreciate it enough to keep the servers busy, and even though it's very entertaining it may not survive long enough to be worth your money.

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SVG
7 / 10
7 / 10
Aug 14, 2023

"The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" isn't a perfect title, but it still effectively presents a game of cat-and-mouse that can be as terrifying as it is exhilarating.

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GGRecon
3.5 / 5
Aug 28, 2023

While The Texas Chainsaw Massacre's longevity will likely be drawn into question - and only time will tell if it will stand tall in the genre six months from now - for now, taking up the mantle of victim and family is raucous and riveting. Maybe this won't be the last hitchhiker we pick up, after all.

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Rectify Gaming
6.5 / 10
6.5 / 10.0
Dec 3, 2023

The Chain Saw Massacre has a lot of potential but the limited licensing, the budget, and content release schedule all severely hamper the potential of the game itself. Compared to a game where you can play as almost every horror icon you can think of, it is very hard to hold your head above water.

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IGN
6 / 10
Travis Northup
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre's less asymmetrical take on the asymmetrical horror genre offers a few entertaining, technically challenged hours of fun.

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Eurogamer
3 / 5
Aug 21, 2023

A delightfully macabre homage, this asymettrical horror could finally threaten Dead by Daylight's crown, if you didn't spend more time fighing the servers than Leatherface himself.

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TheSixthAxis
6 / 10
TheSixthAxis
Steve C
Top Critic
6 / 10
Sep 25, 2023

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a fantastic homage to the original film and really shines in its general presentation, but the gaming experience itself proves to be a frustrating one. Combine an increasingly toxic community and the prevalence of cheaters with a distinct lack of maps and variety and you have a game that may well struggle to succeed in competition with the many other titles in the asymmetrical horror genre. To paraphrase the tagline to the movie – will this game survive and what will be left of it?

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Screen Rant
3 / 5
Aug 18, 2023

Overall The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a fun multiplayer game. There is a lot to love here and with it being brand new the additional possibilities of DLC are exciting to think about (House of 1000 Corpses anyone?). There were some framerate issues in the pre-release PC build, especially when a Victim was being killed, but these have been noted by the designers and should be ironed out shortly after release. As a fan of asymmetrical horror games, and looking for something new to scratch that itch, this is absolutely a must-play, though it comes with a fair number of issues that might turn off people from returning over and over the way some other online multiplayer experiences actively encourage.

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Sirus Gaming
6 / 10
6 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2023

Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a fun game but it doesn’t feel like it’s going to last long before you tire of it. Unless you have a dedicated group of friends who’ll play with you, it’s not something we recommend a full purchase on. I recommend waiting for it to go on sale or trying it out on Xbox Game Pass first.

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GameLuster
6 / 10
6 / 10.0
Aug 14, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre has the right tools to be a very enjoyable asymmetrical multiplayer experience, but it starts with so many hurdles that many might not make it to the fun parts.

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Thumb Culture
3 / 5
Sep 2, 2023

While the game’s graphics and audio are impressive, I believe that the balance of the game is not quite up to par. This may be attributed to the 4 vs 3 gameplay approach. Personally, I did not experience the same level of fear that I had when being pursued by Jason Voorhees.

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SomHráč.sk
60%
60%
Sep 27, 2023

Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a decent riff on Dead By Daylight and if you're looking for exactly that, definitely give it a shot. Otherwise, you can just stick with the classics.

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Push Square
5 / 10
5 / 10
Aug 26, 2023

The always-online multiplayer aspect comes with the usual latency issues: you’ll be chasing someone and land an attack but the other person has already run past you, meaning your attack doesn’t hit. We also ended up shutting doors on ourselves rather than behind us due to this issue — it's incredibly frustrating and can be the difference between a win and a loss. Combined with the occasional visual bugs, precise positioning for interactions, clunky user interface, long lobby wait times, and lack of content, this leaves The Texas Chain Saw Massacre on the floor bleeding out.

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Garage Band Gamers
5 / 10
5 / 10
Aug 17, 2023

I easily spent more time sitting in lobbies and loading screens than in the actual game. In one instance I cycled through lobby after lobby for more than an hour failing time and time again due to either a disconnect, not enough players, or when I was holding my ground in an attempt to try out the last of the characters I hadn’t got to in my other sessions. The success of the game will likely hinge on how the online community runs with it, and since there isn’t an offline component, there’s a good possibility this will be dead on arrival and will shred your money like a chainsaw to the gut.

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Downtime Bros
5 / 10
5 / 10.0
Aug 21, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a decent way to spend a few hours if you want a few simple scares. Although, I imagine that is all it will provide for most players.

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