Mayhem Brawler (2021)

Developer: Hero Concept
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 877 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

It feels like a chaotic, arcade-style comic book brawl where you and friends mash through super-powered street fights with branching story choices.

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What players say

Players praise the classic beat 'em up feel and superhero twist, but many note the campaign is very short at around one hour. The combat system draws mixed reactions: some find it tight, while others say it lacks satisfying flow and can feel unfair. There are three endings requiring multiple playthroughs, though a controller-related skip button bug is reported.

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