Brawlhalla is another "Smash-like" platform fighter, and one I really wanted to enjoy, but I just couldn't get into it.

The combat lacks the punchiness that makes Smash so fun. Fights are relatively slow-paced, and the physics are rather floaty. Hits feel hollow and lack any sort of impact, feeling like you're just punching air. It just doesn't feel particularly good to play. Shame, because I'm always down with the idea of a Smash-inspired fighter, but this just didn't hit the spot, unfortunately. At least it was free.

It gets an extra half-star for including Rayman, though.

Reviewed on May 22, 2023


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