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Review of Door Kickers: Action Squad on Nintendo Switch

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Dec 2020
Cover image of Door Kickers: Action Squad on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 26 Dec 2020
Genre: Action, Side-scrolling
Developer: pixelshard (in collaboration with KillHouse Games)
Publisher: KillHouse Games, QubicGames

Introduction

Welcome, dear gamer, to the chaotic world of 'Door Kickers: Action Squad,' where doors aren’t just for opening; they’re for kicking down like a disgruntled karate expert on a caffeine rush. This game gives you all the explosive action of a blockbuster movie while requiring you to think faster than your internet connection on a rainy day. Are you ready to unleash your inner SWAT team leader? Let’s find out!

Gameplay

'Door Kickers: Action Squad' takes the well-loved tactical elements of the original 'Door Kickers' and flips them sideways into a platforming chaos fest. Players control a squad of hilarious caricatures who must leap, shoot, and sometimes kick their way through waves of bad guys. Each mission is designed to test not just your reflexes, but your ability to laugh in the face of chaos. Here's the kicker (pun absolutely intended): the game is structured in bite-sized missions, where strategy meets frantic side-scrolling action. Deploy your characters with varying abilities—like the all-guns-blazing Assaulter or the sneaky Stealth trooper—and plan your approach. Remember, every mission is like trying to solve a puzzle while riding a rollercoaster; it can be done, but don’t expect it to stay still. The game’s control scheme is robust enough to worry any aspiring gamer. Utilize the A button to kick doors like a boss, and watch as enemies are taken by surprise. Your squad can also deploy grenades and various weapons, so if you ever wanted to shower a room with lead like it’s your birthday party, this is your chance. But let’s not forget the challenge. Missions will require precision, timing, and a few choice expletives as you attempt to save hostages or dismantle bombs before the clock runs out. Forget to plan? Well, prepare to say goodbye to your squad because this game doesn’t play around. It mercilessly reminds you that while laughter is great, being tactical is even greater. With a nerve-wracking blend of planning and execution, players will find themselves crafting strategies before kicking their way to victory—or the nearest console to turn it off out of frustration.

Graphics

The visuals are a delightful mix of retro charm with a modern twist, presenting colorful pixel art that screams nostalgia louder than your friend's mixtape from high school. Each character is quirky, full of personality, and instantly lovable (especially when they kick down the wrong door just to hear the sound of wood splintering). The environments are well-designed, offering a variety of locales that feel fresh and engaging. What makes it pop is how action unfolds in a smooth, seamless manner, akin to a high-octane film that refuses to give you a second to breathe.

Conclusion

'Door Kickers: Action Squad' is not only a game that satisfies the primal urge to kick down doors and eliminate bad guys, but it also offers a rich tactical experience that keeps players engaged. The blend of action and strategy provides a unique challenge that’s both rewarding and occasionally hair-pullingly frustrating, but isn’t that what gaming is all about? So, grab your Switch, rally your friends, and immerse yourself in a whirlwind of laughter, tactics, and lots of door-related mayhem. It’s time to show these villains that in this game, the only thing going through doors are your tactical plans—along with a whole lot of fun!

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