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Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Amazon Fire TV, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4 • 2023

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Quick resume

Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!

Global score

75/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Fighting

Pros

  • Faithful to scott pilgrim source material
  • Fun and challenging beat 'em up gameplay
  • Great pixel art and soundtrack
  • Local and online co-op multiplayer
  • Strong nostalgia and community appeal

Cons

  • Requires ubisoft connect launcher
  • No steam achievements or cloud saves
  • Controller support issues for some
  • Online multiplayer lag and bugs
  • Some difficulty spikes and grinding

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players can choose characters, level up, buy items, and select moves, allowing personal control over gameplay decisions."

  • Competence
    4

    "The game offers skill-based beat 'em up combat with combos, boss fights, and progression requiring player mastery."

  • Competition
    -2

    "Focus is mainly on cooperative and solo play with no strong emphasis on ranked or competitive modes."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Players report long playtimes, grinding for upgrades, and habitual play, indicating strong desire to continue playing."

  • Cooperation
    4

    "Supports local and online co-op for up to 4 players, encouraging teamwork and shared goals."

  • Creativity
    -3

    "Gameplay follows established beat 'em up structures with limited player-driven creation or customization."

  • Domination
    -4

    "Interactions are cooperative and balanced; no evidence of exerting control or superiority over others."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a nostalgic escape and stress relief, immersing in a fictional world."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia, not obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting
    2

    "Some experimentation with character moves and item builds, but largely follows known beat 'em up patterns."

  • Exploration
    2

    "Includes hidden shops and secret areas encouraging some discovery beyond linear levels."

  • Expression
    -2

    "Limited character customization; players mainly select from predefined characters and outfits."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Based on a fictional comic universe with imaginative characters and scenarios."

  • Fellowship
    4

    "Strong community and social play aspects via co-op and shared fandom of Scott Pilgrim."

  • Growth
    4

    "Leveling system and stat upgrades provide learning and personal development opportunities."

  • Health
    -4

    "Typical sedentary video game play with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during combat and progression."

  • Intimacy
    1

    "Some social interaction and shared experiences, but limited evidence of close emotional relationships."

  • Leadership
    -3

    "Gameplay emphasizes cooperative participation without clear leadership or authoritative roles."

  • Progression
    5

    "Strong emphasis on accumulating items, upgrades, and leveling characters."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "Players find enjoyment and flow, though some difficulty spikes create tension."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable pixel art, animations, and chiptune soundtrack provide sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -3

    "No strong social recognition or leaderboard status; focus is on personal and cooperative play."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative loosely follows Scott Pilgrim comics with character references and thematic elements."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Requires planning character upgrades, move usage, and combat tactics."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Combat and boss fights provide suspense and challenge, though some find difficulty frustrating."

  • Value
    3

    "Generally considered good value especially on sale, though some criticize DRM and launcher requirements."

  • Violence
    4

    "Core gameplay involves combat, fighting enemies, and boss battles."

  • Survival
    3

    "Players must avoid defeat and manage health through combat and upgrades."

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