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Brutal Legend

Double Fine Productions, Inc. · Oct 13, 2009

PC · PS3 · Xbox 360

Mature

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Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes. Featuring the talents of comedian, actor and musician, Jack Black as super roadie Eddie Riggs, as well as cameos by some of the biggest names in metal music it's a wild ride in the belly of the beast that is not to be missed by gamers and Metalheads alike.

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Scores by platform

PC

Critic 7.9 (4 critics) · Gamer 9.1

PlayStation 3

Critic 8.2 (13 critics) · Gamer 8.1

8.0

Xbox 360

Critic 7.9 (14 critics) · Gamer 9.0

8.2

Critic reviews

  • PC Gamer

    Jon Blyth · Apr 10, 2013

    7.4
    Despite its weaknesses, and in typical Double Fine tradition, Brütal Legend pulls it off. It's the ultimate tribute act, with metal in its soul and a heart as warm as a stage light. It may not have much in the way of polish, especially years after release, but it does have personality – not enough to hide its flaws, but plenty to temporarily bury them under a landslide of rock.
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  • GameSpot

    Britton Peele · Mar 01, 2013

    7.0
    A few minor technical hiccups aside (which the developer seems dedicated to fixing with patches), the game runs well. With Brutal Legend's new graphics options and its budget-friendly price point, Double Fine seems to have done most things right in bringing the game to the PC--effective mouse and keyboard controls being the obvious exception. Plug in a gamepad, though, and you have a fine version of what remains a unique action strategy experience. Just be sure you know what type of game you're getting into.
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  • Games Radar+

    Matthew Keast · Jun 24, 2012

    9.0
    Brutal Legend’s gameplay is also broadly rounded enough that if you don’t like one aspect of it, you’ll probably like others. Part of it is a butter-fingered console RTS (with fun elements despite the awkwardness). Part of it is a competent third-person brawler. Part of it is a free-roaming driving game that makes exploration a joy. None of these three pieces stands out as truly excellent, but together they make a mashup of styles that holds interest all the way through the game’s conclusion.
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  • Game Trailers

    Game Trailers · Nov 02, 2009

    8.5
    Brutal Legend is ambitious, entertaining, and was obviously wrought with enthusiasm and feeling. The game also wants to be experienced, letting you adjust the difficulty on the fly if you hit a snag and want to keep rocking anyway. It may not be the concert of a lifetime, but Brutal Legend's rock-solid performance may just turn you into a true fan of metal.
  • GameSpot

    Giancarlo Varanini · Oct 13, 2009

    8.5
    Whether it's excellent vocal performances from heavy hitters of metal or a strong multiplayer element, Brutal Legend is a game that continually surprises, and it does so in a genuinely fun and interesting way. And Double Fine deserves some major respect for keeping so many aspects of the game closely tied to its subject matter. Of course, Brutal Legend also has some shortcomings.
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  • Video Gamer

    Tom Orry · Oct 13, 2009

    8.0
    Brutal Legend is a game that an awful lot of people are going to enjoy, despite its combat failings. It's undoubtedly a fun game, packed full with humour (although this does tail off towards the end), metal references, amazing encounters and memorable characters. It's the RTS sections that really let the game down for me, feeling like a good idea that hasn't quite been implemented well enough to gel with the rest of the game.
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Gamer reviews

  • Jeff Morgenroth

    Jan 27, 2021 · Xbox 360

    8.5

    One of a kind and highly memorable, this open world action rpg has one of the most original art styles, characters, and just general wonderful weirdness around. It's world-building is tongue-in-cheek but surprisingly evocative, and the core gameplay is solid and addictive. A great adventure and heavy metal experience.

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