Berserk Boy

"Overall, I found it hard to enjoy playing Berserk Boy for more than one level at a time. By the end of a tediously long level, and being handed some enemies attacking the hub, I was ready to switch to …"

"Berserk Boy fits right in to the whole Inti Creates universe so well that it&s;s hard to believe it wasn&s;t actually developed by them."

"Berserk Boy is a fun and challenging platformer with metroidvania elements and useful abilities that you will use during every stage you play. This is a title that you should check out!"

"Berserk Boy is frenetic and satisfying. Even if the challenges become repetitive, performing a well-executed combo and reaching the end of a session in perfect form is very rewarding. It is in the gameplay that the title stands out, as …"

"Berserk Boy is a love letter to games like Mega Man Zero and ZX, as well as to similar games of the time. The pixelated yet highly detailed aesthetics and art direction behind the sets and characters are an incredible …"

"Berserk Boy&s;s platforming action manages to eclipse its inspiration, leading to an experience that is an absolute must for fans of the genre."

"Berserk Boy is a great modern take on Mega Man style gameplay and one of the better recent attempts to bring the 16-bit era into the 2020s. Its story is lacking somewhat but it&s;s got it where it matters, with …"

"Berserk Boy is a fine side-scrolling adventure that&s;s elevated by its high-speed movement and fast action, which takes it above being another Mega Man-style clone. The inclusion of some light exploration elements also gives the game some legs to make …"

"It may be coming out in a sea of other ranking-based platformers, but Berserk Boy’s tight level design and outstanding music are enough to make it still worth a buy if you’re craving more."

"A game that would have blown away fans of platforming and action 30 years ago and remarkable entertainment even by today&s;s standards. The difficulty curve could be worked on a bit more."

"Berserk Boy is a nostalgic yet fresh platformer that surprises with its fast-paced action and exploration, setting a high bar for future indie games."

"All in all, Berserk Boy turned out to be exactly what I had hoped it would be when I saw the previews of early development. It is hot-blooded, high-octane action platforming excellence that the layman will enjoy the run, but …"

"Berserk Boy bursts onto a crowded market of platformers in a strong flash of inspiration. With its literally game-changing form system, energetic soundtrack, and impactful visual design, it&s;s a game well worth playing to the end. It just doesn&s;t make …"

"Berserk Boy offers a refreshing take with its blend of retro-inspired gameplay, vibrant visuals, and infectious soundtrack."

"A game that certainly isn&s;t shy about what it is, Berserk Boy is a love letter to the Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man franchises. While there are arguably some slight concerns along the way on the design front, those …"

"Berserk Boy is a rare gem of an indie title. The kind that overcomes any comparison with its competitors, and stands proudly alongside them as an addition to a vast and storied genre. It reminded me why I love side-scrolling …"

"Berserk Boy offers a fast-paced diversion that will appeal to those who like the speed of Sonic and the transformations of Mega Man. It&s;s aesthetically pleasing from start to finish, and the gameplay shines through most of its runtime. A …"

"Borrowing its feel from the likes of the Mega Man and Gunvolt series, Berserk Boy falls a bit short of their standards"

"Berserk Boy is a mix of a lot of my favorite retro games mixed with its own flavor of fun. I really enjoyed the nostalgia it delivers while also being able to stand on its own. Definitely recommend checking this …"

"Berserk Boy is a fantastic Mega Man inspired action platformer, with loads of awesome abilities and a great flow through the stages."

"For this reason, platformer purists are going to love Berserk Boy. As a blended homage to just about everything they have ever loved about the genre, the effort that has gone into meticulously recreating the best qualities of the genre …"

"Berserk Boy manages to blend the spirit of retro platformers with modern yet familiar mechanics. You won&s;t realize how you spent 6-8 hours with its high octane music and action sequences."

"Berserk Boy is a love letter to classic platformers, but in combining its inspirations together it carves out it&s;s own path as an incredibly promising new game and, hopefully, the first entry in an unforgettable new series."

"Berserk Boy is a splendid and substantial work, with a brilliant and lively game design, powerful and direct, capable of impressing and offering an immersive experience. To be had and propagated with joy, since this production is destined to be …"

"Overall, Berserk Boy takes much more from the likes of Mega Man than it does the Metroidvania genre. This is not a bug, it’s a feature. I for one am very happy we got a high-speed action Mega Man in …"

"You’ll jam to the incredible soundtrack, enjoy the creative and challenging stage design, and long to discover every secret found within Berserk Boy."

"Berserk Boy is an easy recommendation for action-platforming fans with its smooth mix of pinpoint platforming and acquisition of new powers, bolstered by excellent anime-style graphics and a bouncy soundtrack. It&s;s an action-packed adventure with nostalgic charm that&s;s already a …"

"Berserk Boy is a fun retro platformer with fast-paced action, epic abilities, and nostalgic vibes. Each character is memorable and funny, equipped with fantastic looks and personalities; Berserk Boy is well worth giving a shot. Even though the music can …"

"When I heard about Berserk Boy initially a few years ago, I instantly was curious. Strong art direction and gameplay channeling two franchises, Sonic and Mega Man, is such a strong concept. Building on X’s Dash ability and giving it …"

"Berserk Boy is highly recommended for those who are looking for a fun, fast-paced 2D platformer. From the gameplay to the soundtrack, it’s a well-balanced and energetic title. GO BERSERK!"

"A platforming game that takes advantage of power forms and movement to give the feeling of speed and accuracy, but stumbles on the combat and bosses. Music is fantastic, presentation is good, just don&s;t expect Mega Man X and you&s;ll …"

"Its very reasonable price tag isn&s;t the main selling point of Berserk Boy. Rather, it&s;s a very competently made indie action adventure that has the feel of a 16-bit title, powered by the oomph of current-day consoles. It&s;s far more …"

"For fans of Mega Man, Sonic the Hedgehog, and a host of platforming classics, it&s;s hard not to recommend Berserk Boy. The plot may not turn heads, but the fluid controls and presentation should. Will this game make you "Go …"

"I really loved my time with this game, and it’s one I can see myself coming back to just to tool around with its unique combat abilities or to try to find those last secrets. I just wish that the …"

"I absolutely loved Berserk Boy – enough to want to come back for more thanks to its fast-paced platforming, fluid combat, incredible soundtrack, and nostalgia-bomb of SNES-era gaming. This 2D action-platformer is worth the ride so you can GO BERSERK!!"