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Review of Celebrity Deathmatch on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2003
Cover image of Celebrity Deathmatch on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 3.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 21 Oct 2003
Genre: Wrestling / Sports
Developer: Big Ape Productions
Publisher: Gotham Games

Introduction

Welcome to the ludicrous world of "Celebrity Deathmatch," where the only rule is that there are no rules-except maybe, don't forget to breathe while you're battling some of your favorite (or perhaps, most hated) celebrities in a twisted homage to the classic TV show. Yes, this is the game where you can watch Dennis Rodman wail on Mr. T while Carmen Electra throws a tantrum that could only be described as titanic. Grab your controllers and your sense of humor, because we are diving deep into this farcical fighting arena!

Gameplay

Gameplay is as straightforward as a celebrity tweet: mash buttons until your opponent's life meter lights up like an over-caffeinated Christmas tree to signal 'Kill!' once you've hit them enough times. Then, pour your energies into filling up the MTV meter like it's your last Instagram post-remember to taunt the audience, because nothing screams 'I'm winning' like making them cheer while you bludgeon a fellow star. But wait! There are flashy special moves waiting to be flaunted! Players can engage in gloriously ridiculous fatalities that could make a horror film blush. And don't forget those mysterious boxes scattered around the ring that contain power-ups and weapons-because nothing says 'celebrity' like a chair to the face! Who knew fame could be so painful?

Graphics

Graphically, this 2003 gem feels like a time capsule, bursting with nostalgia. The character models are about as detailed as a newspaper comic strip, and the animations resemble a three-legged giraffe trying its first steps. But hey, for a game that's all about public spectacles and exaggerated fights, the whimsical, cartoonish art style actually adds to the hilarity. A colorful palette brightens up those doom-laden celebrity disputes, making you almost forget that you're indulging in fictional carnage-like a Saturday morning cartoon gone terribly, terribly wrong. It's like watching celebrities in a knock-off of Mortal Kombat.

Conclusion

In closing, "Celebrity Deathmatch" on PlayStation is an experience best suited for those looking to unleash their inner troll-whether you're facing off against your mates or honing your skills against a straightforward AI that has the strategic depth of a toddler learning to stack blocks. With all its faults and questionable humor, it's truly a gem for those with a taste for the ridiculous. Is it worth your time? If you love absurdity as much as celebrity gossip, then absolutely! Otherwise, perhaps consider an actual wrestling game. After all, more leotards and fewer laughable fatalities are always an option in this world of grand choices. So channel your inner Kim Kardashian and step into the chaotic ring of celeb brutality. You may emerge bruised, battered, but best of all, highly entertained!

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