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The story knows it’s only there just to facilitate Stamper’s spittle-flecked chittering and the basic set-up for a series of deadly platforming challenges. Who exactly this narrator is meant to be isn’t clear, but then the entire framing narrative, told via puppetshow cutscenes, is really no more than a cursory jumble of non sequiturs: you’re marooned on an island and imprisoned by a race of cats who force their captive charges to perform (and die) in a theatre run at the behest of a malevolent magical hat. The OST is to be released, apparently, though there is no certain date as yet.) (The entire soundtrack, which boasts contributions from the likes of Kid Koala and members of the Newgrounds community, is exceedingly eccentric and very hummable. Stamper’s outro theme music, meanwhile, which might be considered a spoiler if it related to anything else in the game, is this marvellous paean to trouser security. Like, for example, the secret levels accompanied by Stamper scat-singing “It’s a secret!” with increasing feverishness. There’s a sort of freewheeling fun to it - the kind you can only get from indie studios, agile enough to seize upon an idea thought up while drinking beer and slap it in the game. Even after nine hours in the singleplayer I was still hearing new lines and still chuckling. Stamper’s performance is so heroically entertaining it might singlehandedly save a much lesser game than this, interjecting with exclamations that are by turns snarky, sinister and silly.Įven if you are so mature as to find poop jokes resolutely unamusing, there is a joyous abandon to the way the lines are delivered that gives the game a responsive energy, as Stamper earnestly explains that the idea is not to die after a fatal pratfall, or simply shrieks, “OH MY GOD!” when you trim yourself on a saw blade. Instead it’s all about the frivolous rump: though the mechanics don’t initially have a voice, internet-famous funny-word-speaker Will Stamper does, providing a constant maniacal narration which channels the Ren & Stimpy era of borderline-worksafe toilet humour. The first few hours of BattleBlock won’t win your heart on its awesome credentials as a piece of pure platform design, not least because the difficulty curve takes such a long time to take off you might be forgiven for thinking this was just a frivolous romp. Let’s stay with the bum jokes for a moment. And, because this is still a game from the makers of Castle Crashers, there’s a button which lets you fart yourself to death.

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The premise of each level - collect gems and reach the exit - may not be a stretch for the genre, but BattleBlock’s execution has few peers, plus it boasts co-op, both online and off, loads of competitive modes, mini-games, and a level editor with Steam Workshop support. Its release is most definitely to be celebrated: BattleBlock matches shrewd puzzle construction with the furious pace and precise try-and-die challenge of Super Meat Boy, and yet fits all this in a difficulty curve so gentle you barely feel out of breath when you plant your flag at the top.

Stick to the real entertainment, folks – Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares.Sprung from its imprisonment on Xbox, vaudevillian penitentiary platformer BattleBlock Theater has finally come to Steam.

But remember, you'll probably end up more frustrated than an overcooked risotto. If you're looking for a game that will test your patience and sanity, go ahead and give it a shot. It's like putting lipstick on a pig and expecting it to win a beauty contest. Ramsay, raising an eyebrow 'BattleBlock Theatre, you're a game that's all style and no substance. Chaos, confusion, and frustration all rolled into one. Ramsay, with a scowl 'And don't get me started on the co-op mode! It's like inviting a bunch of drunk toddlers to cook in your kitchen. It's the gaming equivalent of being served a 'beef Wellington' made from dog food – utterly disappointing!' It's like the developers decided to punish players for daring to pick up a controller. Ramsay, shaking his head 'Now, let's talk about the gameplay, shall we? It's about as user-friendly as a porcupine in a balloon factory! I've seen better platforming mechanics on a pogo stick with a broken spring. Gameplay - A Frustrating and Unforgiving Mess: And the animation? It's so smooth, it's as if they spent more time animating those wacky characters than they did playtesting the game!' Ramsay, grinning sarcastically 'Oh, the art style is fantastic! It's like someone dropped acid and started doodling in a kindergarten art class.

Gordon Ramsay: (In his signature fiery tone) 'BattleBlock Theatre? Are you having a laugh? This game is more of a disaster than a raw chicken in a Michelin-starred kitchen! I mean, seriously, who designed this monstrosity?

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