One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows

An amusing and charming fighter RPG with some very unique elements. If you are able to overlook some of the combat's shortcomings, getting to play as Saitama will make it all worthwhile.

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 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.'

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.

With the huge 27 character roster and planned DLC, players are treated to a stellar amount of content any fan could dream of. Saitama should be ecstatic with his video game debut and I can’t wait to hear about the sequel which should follow the amazing second season.

One-Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows is a great fighting game, but its open levels need more work when it comes to the voice acting and animations.

The game does possess some frame rate issues in its massive overworld. On top of a clunky movement system and repetitive mission types, the game is not without its flaws. But for fans of the anime who are looking for a fun experience, this is the title for you. The disappointment lies in the unbridled potential that One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows had and how it falls short to fan expectations.