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Should you play it?
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.
What works
- Outstanding heavy metal soundtrack
- Unique blend of action, rts, and open world
- Humorous and engaging story with memorable characters
- Vivid metal-themed world and art style
- Character and vehicle customization
Things to keep in mind
- Clunky and sometimes frustrating rts mechanics
- Repetitive side missions and open world activities
- Short main story campaign
- Vehicle controls can be awkward
- Multiplayer mode is minimal and rarely played
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Last update: 17/09/2026