One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows Reviews

One-Punch Man fans have a lot to be excited about with this game and should definitely check it out! Even though the game is not centered around Saitama, it does closely follow the first few major story arcs in the manga, which makes this nerd very happy. The game is also simple enough for a young child to follow and enjoy (if the parent is okay with violence and chaos, that is). All in all, I give this game a 75 out of 100 for its easy to grasp combat system, endless player customization, and the beautiful visuals.

The groundwork of a solid game is there– even if those roots mainly have to do with the character customization and world design. Mechanically, the game isn't anything special, far from it, in fact. But that may not be why players are here in the first place. For those that simply want to experience One Punch Man as a part of the narrative, there's no better alternative than A Hero Nobody Knows, even if it would fall apart were it not for One Punch Man's recognizable heroes reminding players what universe they're in.

You better have to choose if it’s worth spending your spare cash, because it might not be the game for you and it might be for others.

Fighting games and manga go hand-in-hand (or should I say fist-in-fist) so let's see if this fighter adaptation holds up in the ring.

Visually, A Hero Nobody Knows is half-baked. Some characters, like Saitama and a good chunk of the side-heroes, look great and identical to their anime counterparts. Nameless NPCs, monsters, and quest-givers can look pretty wonky, as they don’t fit in with ONE/Yusuke Murata’s style. That, and they just look generic, as though they were pulled from another anime game’s HUB. A lot of the animations are similarly off, with the best ones seemingly reserved for Saitama. A lot of his goofy expressions are meticulously remade in the game, which is at least appreciated.

It's a shame because One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows could have been a great game. The developers have proved they a strong grasp on the style and flair of the series. The hero arrival mechanic also lends itself perfectly to the lore and separates this from other anime arena fighters. Sadly, One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows lands a glancing smack instead of a one-hit knockout.

He stands, cape flapping in the wind amidst a violent red backdrop, the city’s buildings in silhouette around him, white embers filling the atmosphere. He then turns, his face only in view for a second before his red gloved fist is the focus. These are the opening credits for One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows. The rest of the nearly two minute scene is dark and edgy, filled with One Punch heroes, a mega monster with a smile of sharp fangs, and One Punch man finishing him…with one punch. ...

One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows lets players have access to the signature world of Saitama with solid combat and character designs but ends up lacking in many areas.

One Punch Man is one of the best animes released over the past few years mostly because it’s aimed at those who were fed up with the vast amount of clichés and tropes present in shonen anime. It narrates the life of Saitama, a guy so powerful he can kill anyone with a punch. This means there is absolutely no challenge in his life, which leads to constant boredom and apathy. There are also tons of ridiculous side characters and a hero association in the background, presented here mostly to ...

I’ll admit, I’m not great at fighting games. The complexities of titles like Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter elude me, no matter how many hours I put into them. So it would make sense then that a game like One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows (OPM) would be right up my alley. The combat is easy to grasp, being simplistic enough for literally anyone to pick up and play, and the fan service for followers of the One Punch Man anime is excellent. It’ll never top the Mortal Kombats and Street Fighters of the world, but OPM potentially packs a lot of punch for the right kind of player.

Despite flashy visuals and a relatively entertaining story mode, One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows's fighting mechanics are shallow and unsatisfying.

One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows throws players into a world of heroes. While the game looks flashy with big attacks and heavy cosmetic customization, the framework that this game is built on is pretty sparse. If you want a fighting game this is dime a dozen, though fans might get a tickle out of hurdles made to make Saitama 'balanced.'

Even with its issues, One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is likely to be a pleasant surprise for those who were expecting the worst, or even just a bog-standard anime brawler. It’s a single-player game at heart; a lengthy action RPG experience with multiplayer offerings serving as both a diversion and reward for your efforts. You’re never going to be amazed by it – it’s pretty by-the-numbers – but you are going to be engrossed as you turn your wimpy wannabe hero into a saviour admired by all.

That doesn't mean this game is a total fail. It's a strong introduction to the One Punch Man mythos and when this fighting game gets down to the actual fighting, it's actually pretty fun. And there are enough different ideas at work to make it stand out from other anime and fighting games. It's a novel effort, but nothing else beyond that.

One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows has ideas it wants to bring to the table, and with some patience, players can find those ideas and have a blast seeing how they can be applied to a fighter. Overall though, its flaws make it hard for those ideas to shine, and hold the game back from being anything other than a fan service title.

The One Punch Man franchise deserves the best. As both a bald man and a big One Punch Man fan, I expect the best from this series. I've been tainted by the spectacular Madhouse anime adaptation, and Yusuke Murata's incredible manga redraw of ONE's original webcomic. Both are outstanding in their fields and showcase both some of the best animation and artistry in the mediums respectively, all held together by ONE's comedic flair and heartwarming writing. I expect the best from this series, but One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is not the best it could be. It is incredibly admirable and has some shockingly fun moments, but I can't help but come away a bit disappointed.

Look, I'm going to be honest with you, despite its flaws I still really like One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows, it's just so far removed from what it feels like it could have been. There's a vast gulf between the unique ideas that make this feel special and the basic gaming stuff that it doesn't quite get right. It's a real shame because this could have been one of the best anime games to date.

When I previewed ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS last year, I played a limited build of the game that only showcased the game’s VS mode offering. After enjoying the non-stop 3v3 action, I left the event optimistic and excited for the full release. It seemed like developer Spike Chunsoft had successfully captured the soul of the anime in a simple, yet satisfying, 3D team fighter. I was also impressed with the mechanic that helped to contain Saitama’s overpowered strength. These elements still remain, but they are unfortunately pulled down by pretty much everything else in the game. Here are the full details in our One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows review.

One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows puts you squarely in the center of all the troubles facing heroes in the world of One Punch Man. You’re a hero yourself, perhaps that titular hero nobody knows, eh? It primarily goes through the beats of Season 1 of the anime. It is a game first and foremost, so let’s see how it plays!

One-Punch Man: A Hero Nobody knows is an incremental improvement compared to last year’s very similar Jump Force, but combat can still be frustrating as it struggles with the identity crisis of being neither a solid action RPG or a focused fighting game. The lackluster presentation and limited cutscene animation undercuts its attempt to feel like a worthwhile, interactive translation of the source material, but playing as the intentionally overpowered Saitama is always fun.