Action

BattleBlock Theater

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.8

Users · RAWG

2013

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📅 Release Info

Release DateApril 3, 2013

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ActionAdventureCasualIndiePlatformer

Playable on

PCXbox

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macOSPCLinuxXbox 360Xbox One

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About this game

In BattleBlock Theater, players control a prisoner as they are forced to play through games devised by Hatty Hattington. Controls are simple, with the game largely consisting of running, jumping and punching. Levels are made up of various types of blocks, such as collapsing blocks, sticky walls, bouncy volcanic rocks and deadly spikes, and also feature hazards such as water and deadly creatures.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Exaggerated cartoon presentation with absurd story and irreverent humor.
Platforming combines varied hazards, movement challenges, and environmental gimmicks.
Local and online cooperative platforming with a compatible partner.
Level editor and user-created content extend play beyond campaign.
Colorful art direction and expressive character designs shape presentation.

Cons

Loud, juvenile comedy repeats throughout the campaign.
Partner skill differences can make shared platforming frustrating.
Campaign includes repetitive sections and uneven pacing.
Difficulty increases sharply in some later or optional challenges.

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