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Brawlout

Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2018

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Quick resume

Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!

Global score

75/100

Genres

Action, Casual, Indie, Fighting, Arcade

Pros

  • Fun and satisfying combat
  • Unique characters with variants
  • Active and friendly community
  • Developer responsiveness
  • Good value for price

Cons

  • Small online player base
  • Limited character roster and map variety
  • Lack of online cooperative modes
  • Some balance and technical issues
  • Grindy unlock system

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players can freely choose characters, moves, and play styles with some variants; gameplay allows for skillful control and decision making."

  • Competence
    4

    "The game offers a skill-based fighting system with combos, tech, and a rage mechanic rewarding mastery and technical play."

  • Competition
    3

    "Includes ranked modes and weekly tournaments; however, the player base is small, limiting competitive matchmaking."

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players report spending hours practicing and enjoying arcade and trials modes; some mention grinding for unlocks."

  • Cooperation
    1

    "Supports local multiplayer and private matches; online cooperative modes are limited or not implemented yet."

  • Creativity
    -2

    "Limited map variety and no map editor; character variants mostly reuse movesets with minor changes."

  • Domination
    -1

    "Community described as friendly and helpful; no strong evidence of toxic domination or trash talk."

  • Escapism
    3

    "Players use the game for fun, stress relief, and distraction; described as a good party and casual competitive game."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no evidence of obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Players explore character combos, tech, and different playstyles; some mention learning advanced techniques."

  • Exploration
    -3

    "Maps are simple and repetitive; no creative or exploratory map design or discovery elements."

  • Expression
    2

    "Players can unlock skins and cosmetic variants, allowing some degree of self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    3

    "Features imaginative characters including anthropomorphic animals and indie game mascots in a fictional arena."

  • Fellowship
    2

    "Active Discord community and developer interaction foster a sense of belonging despite small player base."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players report learning combos, improving skills, and mastering mechanics over time."

  • Health
    -4

    "Typical sedentary gaming experience with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention and active engagement during matches; not suited for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy
    1

    "Some social interaction via Discord and friendly community, but limited evidence of close personal relationships."

  • Leadership
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  • Progression
    3

    "Players unlock characters, skins, and cosmetic items through gameplay and challenges."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "Described as fun and satisfying with smooth gameplay, though some tension exists in competitive matches."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable visuals, fluid animations, and satisfying combat effects provide sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    1

    "Some recognition through tournaments and community status, but overall small and niche player base."

  • Story
    1

    "Includes character endings and some narrative elements, but no deep overarching story."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Requires planning combos, positioning, and timing; players discuss tech and tactical gameplay."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Fast-paced combat and edge-guarding create moments of suspense and excitement."

  • Value
    2

    "Generally considered good value for price, especially on sale; some complaints about grind and content."

  • Violence
    3

    "Combat-focused gameplay with fighting, combos, and knockouts central to the experience."

  • Survival
    2

    "Players must avoid being knocked out of the arena, managing positioning and timing to survive."

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