Brawlout Reviews

Brawlout is ranked in the 23rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
6.5 / 10.0
Jan 18, 2018

Brawlout lacks gameplay variety and standout characters. It may be good enough for Smash Bros. fans supremely desperate for a Switch release, but everyone else can safely sit this one out

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GameSpot
Top Critic
5 / 10
Dec 29, 2017

Brawlout is a Smash Bros.-like fighting game that's equal parts admirable and frustrating.

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7 / 10.0
Dec 20, 2017

Brawlout is positioning itself as the sort of indie Smash, especially with its addition of Hyper Light Drifter and Juan into the mix. With proper post-launch support, and most importantly, an audience, it could grow and fill that Bowser-sized hole that Smash Wii U left. Until then it'll serve as a fun party game that could be a little more.

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7 / 10
Jan 12, 2018

Brawlout is fundamentally a great take on the Smash Bros. format, and they've nailed the weight of the characters, movement, and the pure fun that getting four players together for some combative carnage can bring. Unfortunately the limited roster and the unrewarding grind of the in-game store can temper that somewhat, but as a starting point for a new indie fighting franchise there's a lot here to like.

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7.5 / 10.0
Dec 19, 2017

Good but limited Smash Bros. like game that can conquer the hearts of those that are waiting for a real Smash Bros. game while they're waiting.

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7 / 10.0
Sep 17, 2018

An enjoyable enough party fighter that doesn't quite do enough to stand out.

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70 / 100
Jan 12, 2018

In its current state, Brawlout is a competent Smash clone. While its frantic and deep mechanics are a fun time for competitive types, the overall lack of features can make the game feel empty at times. However, with promised updates and patches, this game could take the spot as one of the better fighting games on the Switch.

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Windows Central
Jennifer Locke
Top Critic
Aug 28, 2018

If you don't mind doing extensive web research in order to understand the ins and outs of Graveyard Keeper's gameplay progression, you'll be able to enjoy the best of what the game has to offer.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 10, 2018

Brawlout is a pretty fun Smash Bros.-esque fighter that's quite a bit more fast paced.  While the roster selection is small, and the unlockable characters are similar or just alternate versions of the original lineup, the fast-paced action and unique moves for each character make this a pretty fun game to play with friends, either at home or online.

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62 / 100
Sep 2, 2018
ZTGD
Top Critic
6.5 / 10.0
Sep 10, 2018
6 / 10
Aug 30, 2018

On a surface level Brawlout is a decent Smash Bros. clone. It's colourful and easy to pick up, but the brawling itself lacks impact and edge. If you're looking for a more casual fighting game experience -- something to play with friends, perhaps -- then it's worth a shout, but keep your expectations in check.

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7 / 10.0
Aug 27, 2018

A tournament level fighter strictly focused on being that and nothing more. Though the rest of the game suffers, with multiple modes to fight in, including online and couch co-op and tournaments abound, this is a good fighter to pick up if you're looking for that specifically, or just want a decent Smash Bros. clone for your kids.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Jan 9, 2018

If you're a Nintendo fan desperate for a Smash clone to pass the time you may have some fun with Brawlout. Just be prepared to deal with the grind and have a couple local friends that you can battle with

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72 / 100
Jan 4, 2018

Brawlout doesn't quite reach the bar set by Smash Bros, but it does prove itself to be a fighter worthy of recognition.

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Dave Aubrey
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Dec 31, 2017

Brawlout isn't terrible, but it's a struggle to recommend to anyone. If you play Smash Bros. by yourself a lot, maybe this has the kind of content you'll enjoy, but with no reason for casual players to get involved, and an inferior competitive game compared to Smash, Brawlout isn't a game I'd put on my wishlist.

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Aug 22, 2018

Angry Mob Games' Brawlout wants to be the next Super Smash Bros. but it comes up very short

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Generación Xbox
Gaizka
Top Critic
8.1 / 10.0
Aug 29, 2018

A fun game with a wide variety of modes, but with little content.

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5 / 10.0
Aug 21, 2018

Brawlout rocks up to consoles looking like it's gone a couple of rounds with Floyd Mayweather. Whereas the characters, gameplay, and stages pack a fair punch, overall it suffers due to dire loading times and a stale state of a single-player experience. Even with the framework for one of the best fighting games in our time, the adaption has not been successful, and therefore Brawlout arrives with enough bugs to keep Paco well fed for days. Couch Play delivers rousing competition and progression incentives are a nice touch, yet with the issues present, there's little keeping players tempted for that “one more game.”

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7 / 10
Dec 19, 2017

Brawlout's core action is a lot of fun; with a huge amount of ideas inspired by genre greats such as Super Smash Bros., the action feels tight, fast, and can be a pleasure to play. The limited character roster means that attack variations can only go so far, and some performance hiccups prevent Brawlout from being truly wonderful, but for an on-the-go, cheaper alternative to a game that hasn't even been announced for the console yet, this isn't a bad choice – just make sure to keep the issues we mentioned in mind.

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