72
Excellent production values but lacking the depth of our favourite beat-'em-ups. [Oct 2008, p.81]
50
The cosmetics and style that FaceBreaker offers in spades fail to raise the mechanics and gameplay above average. [Oct 2008, p.125]
75
FaceBreaker’s gameplay is pretty simple, meaning that gamers of all types will be able to get into the game and feel comfortable with the controls very quickly. However, the overall experience does feel a bit shallow and might not hold your interest for very long.
10
I have had so much fun with this game, I love the cartoony style, I love the different "arenas". I have had so much fun playing this over the years with my wife Amber that we still keep our xbox360 hooked up to our 720p television.
1
Broken.......................................................................................................................................That is all.
1
I bought FaceBreaker with 5 dollars I found in my couch, and I want my money back. FaceBreaker is an incredibly difficult fighter that I couldn't keep playing past the first 30 mins. I do think that, should I put my time in t this broken game, that I might find some enjoyment, hence the 1/10, but taking the time to get good enough at this game to make it enjoyable, I'm not sure if I'm willing to do that, when there are so many other games I would rather play.
FaceBreaker
Released On:
Sep 5, 2008
Metascore
Mixed or Average
54
User score
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5.9
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54
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80
It has charisma and it’s quite fun. Despite the arcade style, its combat mechanic is very technical and rewarding, although the difficulty could be more balanced. One final word for the character creator, that allows for the most bizarre creations. [Sept 2008]
70
It’s not about mastering strings worth of combinations or sussing out whether your right hook does more damage than your left, it’s about goofy fun – plain and simple.
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Jan 24, 2017
10
I have had so much fun with this game, I love the cartoony style, I love the different "arenas". I have had so much fun playing this over the years with my wife Amber that we still keep our xbox360 hooked up to our 720p television.
Sep 9, 2016
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Broken.......................................................................................................................................That is all.
60
It has a refreshing visual style and looks fun to start with, but FaceBreaker is let down by frustrating and shallow gameplay.
50
But in the end the boxing action itself is not as fun as it should be, because it's all about being fastest, and the AI does tend to cheat.
48
Perversely, and in spite of its difficulty, Facebreaker can still be completed with just two buttons.
40
Whatever your thoughts are on the finer points of the game, it all boils down to one thing, really, and that's the fact that you're essentially mashing the same two or three buttons repeatedly, and largely winging it most of the time.
20
The controls aren't nuanced enough to please hardcore fighting or boxing fans. The frenetic pace and cheap shots will clearly alienate the more casual gamer. If your sole reason for getting this game is to enjoy multiplayer with your friends, it might be worth a look. Otherwise, stay away from this stinker.
Aug 17, 2014
1
I bought FaceBreaker with 5 dollars I found in my couch, and I want my money back. FaceBreaker is an incredibly difficult fighter that I couldn't keep playing past the first 30 mins. I do think that, should I put my time in t this broken game, that I might find some enjoyment, hence the 1/10, but taking the time to get good enough at this game to make it enjoyable, I'm not sure if I'm willing to do that, when there are so many other games I would rather play.
SummaryCreated by the same team that developed Fight Night Round 3, FaceBreaker offers irreverent fun, immersive gameplay and eye-popping stylized graphics. In this in-your-face, arcade world full of ego-wielding characters, each boxer comes to life with unique attributes and distinct personal style, including Romeo, a Latin lover known for his... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
Platforms:
- Xbox 360
- PlayStation 3
- Wii
Initial Release Date:Sep 5, 2008
Developer:
- EA Canada
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