Skullgirls

1. Zombichef

   Apr 12, 2012

   10

   Definitely a breath of fresh air in the the fighting game genre. You can feel the love put into this game. Im not going to lie to you and tellDefinitely a breath of fresh air in the the fighting game genre. You can feel the love put into this game. Im not going to lie to you and tell you that it's perfect. It has some quirky flaws at the time of its release. Not having a moves list in game being one of them. Some glitchy art at times. But the love put into the combat system is definitely there. Haven't enjoyed a Fighter and had the appreciation for what has been put into it this much since the first time i played BlazBlue. The characters while only having 8 to start are all very unique. Ill take 8 unique characters over 50 clones all day long, and with more planned on the way im very interested in seeing how it goes. If these guys support this game like they are planning to, this will definitely go down to be one of my favorite fighting games.… Expand

   • 3 of 9 users found this helpful
2. Steve

   Apr 10, 2012

   10

   As usual, I highly recommend NOT reading game review sites for fighting games as they are either paid off or have no idea what they're talkingAs usual, I highly recommend NOT reading game review sites for fighting games as they are either paid off or have no idea what they're talking about (with the possible exception of 1UP). With only 8 current characters, the game has the customization and variation that most modern fighting games lack. There is a very defined archetype for every character in fighting modern fighting games, and they all fit incredibly well. The chains are fairly simple to learn and incredibly satisfying when chained into aerial specials and supers. The option of 1-3 character teams adds a depth unseen in modern fighting games, particularly the option to create your own assist move. The online is solid, utilizing the quite popular GGPO system, and allows you to adjust input lag to handle online for every match you join, which is beautiful. Mike Z really helped make this game a truly modern competitive fighting game that takes the best parts of many older games and perfects it for a tournament standard. Do not pass this up if you are a fighting game fan in any way, especially since the tutorial mode actually teaches you how to not play like a mashy 5-year old. $15, yes there's some planned DLC, but it will probably still not add up to the price of games on the market now. This is definitely not a 77 rated fighting game. 100% A+… Expand

   • 5 of 11 users found this helpful
4. Fanthir

   Apr 11, 2012

   10

   I have never really been able to get into a fighting game before. From the Hadokens of street fighter to Blaz Blue's ridiculousness I neverI have never really been able to get into a fighting game before. From the Hadokens of street fighter to Blaz Blue's ridiculousness I never felt truly immersed. Then I played Skullgirls. This game is so beautiful and so much fun that I can not stop thinking about it. The game play has so much depth to it that I am thinking about new strategies to use on my opponents as I write this. The art is beautiful and the animation is also spectacular. The lack of a move list is NOT that big of a deal because you can find it online AND each move has simple inputs to where you can figure out each move easily if you are too lazy to go online. Each character is balanced and not one is too powerful or too weak. This game is amazing and with a promise of about 40 characters and a bunch of DLC it is certainly worth the 15$ entry price. Buy this game, because this is the new standard of fighting games and will be a major staple for years to come.… Expand

   • 7 of 13 users found this helpful
5. acertainguy69

   Apr 10, 2012

   9

   It's been sort of a slow year for gaming. The first actually fun game didn't come out until late February. (I'm looking at you, SSX) I thinkIt's been sort of a slow year for gaming. The first actually fun game didn't come out until late February. (I'm looking at you, SSX) I think we're back on track with good releases. Skullgirls is unique. It is a 2D style fighting game for fighters, (think street fighter/m vs c) yet this game will most likely see one of the most diverse fanbases of the year. The controls are smooth, I never experienced a single frame rate issue, and the storyline (being short but sweet) was actually interesting. Some might complain about the difficulty spikes throughout, but honestly, who has fun blasting through an entire game in an hour? I'd recommend this to not just fighting game junkies, but anybody who plays games. Honestly.… Expand

   • 4 of 9 users found this helpful
6. mongoman

   May 26, 2012

   8

   If BlazBlue and StreetFighter had a love child, it would be Skullgirls. The graphics are well done, the controls are tight (once you spend 2If BlazBlue and StreetFighter had a love child, it would be Skullgirls. The graphics are well done, the controls are tight (once you spend 2 weeks learning them), and the story is amusing. However, there are only 8 characters and they seem to glorify gratuitous sexuality which may turn off some players. The game features a good tutorial and the music fits nicely with the game. I really cant complain much about this game, it is a fast, furious, fighter that is limited by its own roster and difficult learning curve. If you are are SF fan then you'll love this game, if you dont like the SF controls then you'll hate Skullgirls. Try the demo before you spend $15 bucks on it, you'll be glad you did.… Expand

   • 1 of 5 users found this helpful
7. Ruya

   May 19, 2014

   8

   This game is a very interesting fighting game since it has simple and easy to remember combo's. It is not tricky to learn and once you learnThis game is a very interesting fighting game since it has simple and easy to remember combo's. It is not tricky to learn and once you learn it you can start taking on your friends and have fun. However, you need to get a lot of practice before you go online. Also, the story lines for each character is both sad and interesting once you pick your character and stick to it. It makes it fun as well as makes you connect to that character on a level that allows you to understand WHY they are the way they are.… Expand

   • 0 of 1 users found this helpful
8. Guy_McDude

   Jun 7, 2014

   2

   Absolute garbage. And not for the reasons you would expect. I'm not here to attack the aesthetic. In fact that's about the only thing it hasAbsolute garbage. And not for the reasons you would expect. I'm not here to attack the aesthetic. In fact that's about the only thing it has going for it.
   
   This is the sort of game made to codify the inaccessibility of fighting games. Game critics looking to garner street cred for being "hardcore" and fighting fans that have been spending weeks learning how to work through "Sleepwalking" mode will be able to smugly sit on their thrones sneering at the rest of us but to anyone else it's a frustrating time-sink.
   
   Controls aren't "tight" they're stiff. There are only a handful of characters, none of which are even remotely interesting in terms of characterization or play-style. Story mode is short and stupid.
   
   I'm not going to recommend a different fighting game over this. Pretty much any will do.… Expand

   • 0 of 1 users found this helpful

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