- Publisher: Crunching Koalas
- Release Date: May 9, 2017
- Also On: PC, Switch, Xbox One

- Summary: BUTCHER is a fast-paced 2D shooter and a blood-soaked love letter to the cult classics of the genre.
- Developer: Transhuman Design, Crunching Koalas
- Genre(s): Action, Platformer, 2D
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 6 out of 15
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Mixed: 9 out of 15
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Negative: 0 out of 15
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May 12, 2017BUTCHER is a fast-paced, bloody shootfest which gives you a run for your money. You die easily but keep playing because the game is so much fun. A must-buy for those who like a challenge.
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May 9, 2017It’s brief, chaotic, and hard as nails, but this is a glorious throwback that every fan of 90s shooters should pick up. Brutal and loud, BUTCHER makes for a suitable companion to last year's excellent DOOM reboot.
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May 16, 2017Quick and tough, Butcher's classic platformer gameplay will keep you glued to your screen for a while, especially if you like a challenge.
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May 10, 2017BUTCHER doesn't innovate the videogame market, but it's fun and should be enjoyed by gamers who are searching for a nice challenge.
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May 10, 2017This is a game for 2D shooters fans, even though we can't help but feel it is an unpolished gem that could have been so much more.
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May 9, 2017Butcher is a fun, addictive riff on a classic genre with an uncompromising approach that makes it feel both rewarding and frustrating. You're unlikely to get much mileage out of it unless you like a lot of repetition and a torturous level of challenge but if you're attracted by its over-the-top retro aesthetic, it's definitely worth checking out.
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May 9, 2017BUTCHER pays a visceral tribute to DOOM on a 2D plane. The gameplay can be a bit shallow, the difficulty can result in repetition, but if you enjoy the speed run scene then this could have some legs.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 1 out of 1
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Mixed: 0 out of 1
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Negative: 0 out of 1
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Aug 20, 2017
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