Mother Russia Bleeds Reviews

Mother Russia Bleeds is ranked in the 40th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7 / 10
Jan 15, 2019

Mother Russia Bleeds is an extremely violent and tough game containing strong drug references, and that means this release is not for everyone. The game is now available on Nintendo Switch, so you can take it for a spin in Portable or Tabletop mode or play at home by docking the console for some fun solo or multiplayer sessions. Let us know what you think about this game in the comments below!

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6.5 / 10.0
Dec 26, 2018

Mother Russia Bleeds is a unique beat 'em up with some clever ideas at work. This title falls short of realizing them due to, framerate issues and some childish plot devices.

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5 / 10
Nov 27, 2018

Mother Russia Bleeds is a proficiently-made side-scrolling beat 'em up that ultimately fails to drag this already limited genre forwards with any great new ideas of its own. Add in a wearyingly mature aesthetic and you're left with an oddly downbeat button-mashing action game; fans of the genre should wait for the forthcoming Streets of Rage 4 or download Capcom's superb Beat 'Em Up Bundle.

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NintendoWorldReport
Joel A. DeWitte
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Nov 17, 2018

Mother Russia Bleeds is an unapologetically offensive but well-executed brawler that on its face, only a mother could love. If you enjoy the violent or obscene, aren't squeamish, and are looking to bust skulls with reckless abandon, it's one of the better playing and looking offerings on Switch today.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 14, 2018

All in all I’d say that Mother Russia Bleeds is likely a game best left to genre fans due to its level of violence and difficulty. In general just about anything else will be a milder experience, or at least not as excessive. That said, if you’re someone who loves a tough beat-em-up experience I’d say this is pretty well a must-buy for doing the genre proud with challenging gameplay and quite a number of surprises along the way. If you’ve been bemoaning the same old same old in brawlers get ready for a kick in the teeth with Mother Russia Bleeds, it’s hardly ordinary.

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6.3 / 10.0
Jul 31, 2017

Mother Russia Bleeds is a game that will make you hate yourself for enjoying.

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75%
May 23, 2017

Overall, Mother Russia Bleeds is a fun single player/multiplayer beat 'em up on PlayStation 4. It's a bit on the gruesome and bloody side of the genre, but it's a fun ride while it lasts. Being able to take on the game on your own or with up to three other players makes it a great option on Sony's console, so if you've been looking for a beat 'em up with a good balance between the old and the new, you should give this one a try.

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Ken McKown
Top Critic
6.5 / 10.0
Dec 20, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds is a great game with some truly oppressive decisions, with the lack of online co-op being the most obvious. Still, those looking for that Streets of Rage itch to scratch, this does it, and does it well. I just wish there was a bit more to it, of and of course online co-op. Not sure I mentioned how much this game suffers from not having that option.

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6 / 10.0
Dec 12, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds is a good game, it gives a nice nostalgia hit to the classic brawlers of the 90's, but as mentioned above, can get very boring very quickly.

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8 / 10.0
Dec 10, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds presents itsels as solid Brawler that maybe don't really offer the challenge that you would expect from the genre but the high Level on brutality in the story and gameplay will definitely get you and up to 3 friends hooked.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 9, 2016

Blood, guts, and broken bones are a vital part of Mother Russia Bleeds, as despite it’s old school visual facade, it is an extremely gory title. And, contrary to popular belief, that’s good, very good in fact. Gore which accompanies the violence that is present throughout this Soviet journey, is the backbone of the the title, as it is the thing which allows Mother Russia Bleeds to stand amongst other slouching, half-baked indie products. And ultimately, gore is the final piece of the puzzle which makes Mother Russia Bleeds whole. However, the puzzle despite its completion, is lacking in some sections, as the story of Mother Russia Bleeds gets constantly lost amongst all the blood, screams, and chaos. And that is what some may find disappointing, as many will see Mother Russia Bleeds‘ story mode as nothing more than an extension to the arena mode.

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9 / 10
Dec 8, 2016

If you're looking for a 21st century take on the beat 'em up genre then look no further – Mother Russia Bleeds is exactly the game you need! Sure, the violence and gore might not be for everyone, but the gameplay is fun and entertaining, and in the end, that's all you really want from a game. Be sure to give this one a go and let us know in the comments what you thought about your time with the game!

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7 / 10
Dec 7, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds doesn't come anywhere near to toppling Streets of Rage 2 as the best scrolling beat'em up, but it has a decent stab at it, making it a recommended purchase for fans of the genre.

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7 / 10.0
Dec 3, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds is a welcome addition to a genre that has been forgotten for decades. Its combat is fun and brutal but be warned It's a game that will drive you up the walls and probably see you break your controller, hopefully you won't break it of your friends head if he's sitting next to you.

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7 / 10.0
Oct 12, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds reaches its entertainment goals. Even though there are some issues in its gameplay that affect the game negatively, we find ourselves with a great beat 'em up videogame.

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7 / 10
Oct 7, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds comes across feeling more average than evolutionary

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7 / 10.0
Oct 3, 2016

Something that everyone should try, especially if you're an admirer of fighting games, but not much more than that. This is not a game you'll tell stories about for a long time, so spend a few hours on it, and elegantly forget about it after you're done. The sea of "just above average" is huge and Mother Russia is just about drowning in it.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
6.5 / 10.0
Sep 23, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds has a great title and a unique look with its ugly and yet beautiful 2D sprites. Unfortunately, the combat gets dull rather quickly, and with the lack of online multiplayer, it's a difficult game to recommend to anyone but the true enthusiasts of the genre.

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Digitally Downloaded
Hamza A.
Top Critic
Sep 22, 2016

Mother Russia Bleeds is a solid debut for Le Cartel Studio.

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6 / 10.0
Sep 19, 2016

A potentially great game that is completely let down by its balancing and lacklustre enemy encounters.

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