Metacritic - N/A
Opencritic - 62
Digitally Downloaded - 9/10
Nintendo Life - 7/10
Destructoid - 7/10
Cubed3 - 7/10
Seafoam Gaming - 7/10
Dualshockers - 6.5/10
We Got This Covered - 3/5
Gamespew - 6/10
Playstation Universe - 4/10
Gamersheroes - 4/10
Critical Hit - 3.5/10
Opencritic - 62
Digitally Downloaded - 9/10
Then again, I can't see myself ever removing SNK Heroines from my memory card, because it's ideal for some quick bursts of highly entertaining action. Call it "casual" if you want, but this is the ideal fighting game for me... and who knows? It might well be the start of the new king of fanservicey fighters, what with Dead or Alive 6's stated intention to ease back on that side of things. And Athena really does look stunning in her bikini. I've been waiting many King of Fighters games for that.
Nintendo Life - 7/10
If you're new to fighting games - or you're simply in the market for something that feels like a bona fide arcade fighting experience - there are few titles as easy to pick up as SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy. Its busty and over-sexualised characters might not be to everyone's taste in 2018 - and the use of Dream Finishers definitely won't be of appeal to purists - but look beyond the garish colours and there's a tag-team brawler with real potential, not to mention plenty of hilarity.
Destructoid - 7/10
I mentioned in my Blade Strangers review that there was a place in the market for mid-tier fighting titles. Both the former and SNK Heroines fill that role just fine. Neither of them can break out beyond their linear, stripped-down mechanics, but both titles will provide entertainment, played with friends. Of the two titles, Blade Strangers is definitely the better game, but SNK Heroines is the more accessible, and will very likely go down better with non-fighting game players, though it really should be ten bucks cheaper. If you're on the fence, I'd strongly suggest waiting on a discount.
Though SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy is not the Gals Fighters 2 we may have been hoping for, it is a daft, fast and fun brawler. There is a serious question of longevity to be considered, and veteran players should consider the game's shallow simplicity before purchase. But in a group setting, especially among newcomers, SNK's sisterhood of sluggers will get the job done, looking fabulous while doing so.
Cubed3 - 7/10
There are flashier and more intricate fighting games out there, but SNK Heroines is different - and certainly in a good way. Customisation of the characters is played up, but unlikely to really be truly appealing outside of a few cosmetic items to adorn them with now and again. A few more modes could have really helped bump up the value, but the unique take on tag team combat should ensure this title carves out its own little niche. Tense and tactful matches are what fighting games are all about, and that is most definitely here. It is clear the developers had fun creating this game, so give this one a chance. You'll most likely have fun, too.
Seafoam Gaming - 7/10
In conclusion, SNK Heroines ends up as a fun addition to the fighting genre, with an easy to learn battle system, a decent lineup of characters and a bunch of customization options to decorate your favorite fighters with. Unfortunately, outside of taking the fight online and unlocking all the story mode images, there's barely anything to do in this game outside of endlessly grind for gold and purchase every last title and gallery image out there, with little that you can actually earn by pure skill save for some trophies related to Survival mode and combos. It's absolutely baffling that despite a simpler game like Blade Strangers having some form of a Mission mode, SNK Heroines totally lacks it and doesn't offer much for solo play, despite a solid fighting system. Compared to the other PS4 fighters on the market, this one can only be recommended over the others due to its simplicity and ease of access, or if you're into the fanservice for SNK or certain characters such as Athena, but with King of Fighters XIV also being a fighter with lots of SNK love and an even bigger roster, it's really tough to recommend a game that costs more for less.
Dualshockers - 6.5/10
SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy is a light fare for fighting games, but there is more than enough smart systems to keep fighting game aficionados interested. Even better, the game is a cute entry point for people new to the genre. So long as you aren't expecting a deep combat system or extensive PvP functions, you won't be let down. Either way, the fabulous SNK heroine cast will likely impress–one way or another.
We Got This Covered - 3/5
i'd like to inform you all about how well the online mode plays, but as of writing this review, I was only able to find one opponent, and their connection dropped out on me in the character select screen. I tried finding matches multiple times and at different times of the day without success, so I have my fingers firmly crossed for a boost of available players post-release.
SNK Heroines is an accessible fighting game that's easy to pick up but much harder to put down. Unfortunately, the cast of characters is not very extensive, a disappointment considering the number of female fighters that missed the cut. The 3D character models don't do the hand drawn art justice whatsoever, and the game seems confused as to whether it is providing fans ervice or not. There are worse fighters out there, but SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzyisn't something I can easily recommend to anyone but the most die-hard SNK fighting fans.
Gamespew - 6/10
Like many Switch games, SNK Heroines Tag Team Frenzy's visuals look great on the small screen, but less so when displayed on a TV. Though that's not to say that it's an eyesore when played in docked mode. Character models and environments are fairly detailed and awash with colour, while hits are accompanied by a plethora of quirky icons that erupt from the point of impact. And don't worry, whether you play in handheld or docked mode, performance is solid.
SNK Heroines Tag Team Frenzy isn't going to wow you. It's not going to blow you away with its depth or visuals, or just about anything really. It is quite fun though, at least in small doses. If you're after a fighting game that's a bit unusual, and that you can play with just about anyone regardless of their skill level, you'll get something out of it. Just don't go into it expecting any real long-term fun.
Playstation Universe - 4/10
Though pretty to look at, and maybe fun to play for a bit with some friends, the combat system here just isn't meaty enough for any long-term or tournament worthy enjoyment. Really only just for people that still don't have an internet connection, or are just really into this sort of thing.
Gamersheroes - 4/10
The typical suite of options can be found here – those traveling solo can jump into a Versus Mode against the CPU, a Survival Mode, a Training Mode, and a Tutorial Mode. A Story Mode is also present, but it feels somewhat phoned in. It's your typical "characters thrown together into a dream realm and forced to fight one another," but there is a healthy dose of fanservice thrown in for good measure. The seven rounds of fights are pretty bog standard, and most of the cinematics are the same between characters, with only the dialog caught on security cameras changing. Unless you want to hear what Terry Bogard thinks of "her" new body, players will likely have their fill after a single go-around.
Those looking to customize their fighter can certainly do so here. Though it is purely aesthetic, there are hundreds of tweaks players can make to the head, face, back, hips, hands, and legs. It will appease those to like to play dress up, but most changes must be bought with gold earned from playing the game.
An Online Mode is also available, though nobody was online as of this review. There is the ability to wager gold, but the suite of options is a bit limited compared to those found in titles like Street Fighter V.
SNK HEROINES: Tag Team Frenzy quirky design choices ultimately take away from the game. It simply does not have the depth that put The King of Fighters on the map, and the reliance on Dream Finishers and items makes for an experience that feels disjointed and random.
Critical Hit - 3.5/10
The amount of content is anaemic, making Street Fighter V's initial release look bountiful by comparison. The story mode consists of exactly 7 battles and takes just minutes to play through. It's supported by a barebones survival mode, VS battles and training, along with online fights. I've not managed to play online so I can't say how good the netcode is – but it hardly matters because SNK Heroines just isn't worth playing. There's a fair bit of unnecessary aesthetic fluff to unlock, for those who want the already poorly-dressed ladies to wear even worse outfits.
There may or may not be people questioning the game's overt sexualising of women with obvious comparisons to Dead or Alive's Xtreme spinoffs. There may also be people who'll buy this game to get their anime tiddies to own the libs – and that's fine.
They're welcome to waste their money.
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