G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra

G.I. Joe is back in this to stop Cobra in this retro inspired beat 'em up.

If you're a fan of G.I. Joe and enjoy street fighting games from the arcades and 8- and 16-bit consoles, and enjoy some casual fun — especially in local co-op with friends — Wrath of Cobra might be worth checking out. However, if you're hoping for a beat 'em up with more innovation, polish, and depth, you might want to wait for a sale.

G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is an example of a game that doesn't make you feel anything - positive or negative, just nothing. I'd go as far as to say it's a useless game. It's not a bad game, it's not a good game, it's just an uninspiring grey mediocrity that you'll forget about five minutes after you finish it, if you force yourself to finish it at all.

G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is an enjoyable side-scrolling beat-'em-up, especially for fans of the genre and the animated series, but it doesn't go beyond being a classic, straightforward effort. The game features a solid combat system-simple yet with a touch of depth in its mechanics-and a great cast of playable characters. There are also some extra modes and secret characters to unlock, although you'll need to grind the same levels quite a bit to unlock everything. On the Switch, the game suffers from frequent slowdowns and a few annoying bugs, which we hope can be resolved soon.

G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra, while quite nice, doesn't manage to hold its own against the more balanced and mature games in its industry.

A half decent brawler brought low by numerous bugs and technical difficulties

G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is a game that lives off nostalgia and simplicity. For fans of the franchise and classic beat 'em ups, it's a must-play that brings back the glory days of the past. However, for those seeking a deeper or more innovative experience, the game may not meet expectations. It remains a fun title, perfect for evenings with friends and for those who want to relive the adrenaline of '80s arcades.

G.I.Joe: Wrath of Cobra aims first and foremost to have fun. It creates a nostalgic atmosphere with its 80s-style animations. In addition, it captures the spirit of the best beat'em ups and overstates the challenge on higher difficulty levels. Above all, however, it is a game for every generation. It is worth giving it a chance.

G.I. Joe Wrath of Cobra delivers a neat nostalgia trip for beat em' up lovers, but fails to provide anything worthwhile for the mainstream audience. It falls behind other old-school competitors in the genre due to its poor enemy and stage variety, but is solid fun for a popcorn game with some friends.

G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is a total and complete waste of a classic license. Avoid the unrelenting pull of the nostalgia tractor beam and give this one a miss.