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Review of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game - Complete Edition on Xbox Series X/S

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jan 2021
Cover image of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game - Complete Edition on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Released: 14 Jan 2021
Genre: Beat 'em up, Action role-playing
Developer: Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Chengdu
Publisher: Ubisoft

Introduction

Grab your oversized mint milkshake and put on your best graphic T-shirt because we're about to dive into the fabulously pixelated world of 'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game - Complete Edition.' This charming beat 'em up is not just a nostalgia trip for fans of the graphic novels and movies but also an excuse to kick some serious butt with the gang. But does it still hold up in the world of gaming? Let's find out!

Gameplay

This bad boy features a story that loosely follows the plot of the graphic novels. You can get your friends together and pick from fan favorites like Scott Pilgrim, Ramona Flowers, Kim Pine, and Stephen Stills. With up to four players, you can team up or cuss each other out for getting in the way while you try to beat the living pixels out of Ramona's seven evil exes. Each character has unique moves and skills, so make sure to grind out those XP points like you're preparing for the AP exam. Oh, and don't forget to use all the weapons you can find - because throwing a traffic cone at a villain is always more fun than just punching them in the face. Collect coins, health items, and ridiculous power-ups, and bask in the chaos of co-op gameplay, where you can revive your fallen comrades and simultaneously taunt enemies like you're in some bizarre rock concert. Bonus: cheat codes galore! Need more chaos? Try the Survival Horror mode and crush those survival instincts (just like your dreams of being a professional gamer).

Graphics

If you're a fan of retro graphics, you're in for a treat! The game sports charming pixel art that will remind you of the best times of your childhood, back when 'blocky' was not a criticism but a style. The vibrant colors and fluid animations create a nostalgic ambiance that'll have you wondering where your childhood went. Whether it's the animated cutscenes that look like they jumped straight out of the comics or the various levels featuring iconic locations, it's a visual feast that smooths over the fact that your character is just a bunch of pixels fighting other pixelated creatures.

Conclusion

Overall, 'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game - Complete Edition' is a delightful romp that blends humor, nostalgia, and good old-fashioned brawling into a package that's hard to resist. Sure, it might not be a groundbreaking masterpiece, but it's a fun love letter to the original material and a solid reminder of what gaming used to feel like back in simpler times. The cooperative gameplay is a blast, especially when chaos ensues (and it will). Whether you're a die-hard fan of Scott, or just in it for some lighthearted nostalgia, prepare for a wild ride that'll have you shouting at your screen and laughing like an idiot. Grab a friend (or six), dust off that Xbox, and dive right into this pixelated paradise. Now, go forth and defeat the evil exes - you've seriously got this!

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