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DeathSpank

byHothead Games2010

This game follows the thong-tastic adventures of a misguided hero named DeathSpank. Comic fans will recognize DeathSpank as a character that first appeared on writer Ron Gilbert's Grumpy Gamer website in a series of animated comics he penned with long-time creative collaborator, Clayton Kauzlaric.

Release Date

July 12, 2010

Developer

Hothead Games

Publisher

Electronic Arts

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If you don’t feel like dispensing justice by yourself then you can get a friend for some local drop-in/drop-out co-op where the other player takes control of Deathspank’s sidekick Sparkles the Wizard. Sparkles comes with a healing spell, flamethrower, and the ability to create a clone that runs around only to explode in a fiery explosion. All of these spells have a cool down wait after using them, but you can spam a basic purple blast. You can’t customize Sparkles(but who would seriously want to? I heard pink is in this season.) and he shares a health bar with Deathspank so players have to kee...

Jul 28, 2010 Read Review

If you like sweet loot, hacking things to death, looking at beautiful landscapes and laughing at good writing, you might want to pick up DeathSpank. However, although the game shines in many areas, it does have its flaws. Questing can turn into a noticeable chore, and I would have gladly substituted some of the “go fetch” missions in favor of some more brainteasers. Still, DeathSpank is a fun adventure worth exploring.

Oct 27, 2010 Read Review

Vanquisher of Evil! Dispenser of Justice! Hero to the Downtrodden! DeathSpank is the hero you wish you were. But should you worship or fear him? Find out in RPGamer's review.

Jul 17, 2010 Read Review

Diablo meets Monkey Island as designed by Ron Gilbert

Jul 20, 2010 Read Review

DeathSpank might have plenty of things to see and do, but you’ll probably have had your fill long before the game comes to any sort of conclusion.

Jun 5, 2021 Read Review