Scott Pilgrim EX brings the series back with a new beat ’em up adventure, bold character art, and NinjaGuyX’s quick PC review.
By NinjaGuyX
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game has become a cult classic, but the 2010 masterpiece had a rocky path, getting delisted in 2014. Luckily, it was re-licensed in 2021, and I was super stoked to see it back and play with some friends.
Now, we’re getting spoiled with a brand-new entry: Scott Pilgrim EX. Even better, it’s developed by Tribute Games, basically the kings of modern retro beat ’em ups. Let’s dive in!
The story is simple but fun. Scott and his band are practicing as usual when a robot, looking suspiciously like our beloved bassist, shows up and kidnaps all the band members. It’s up to Scott to rescue them. Oh, and you’ll get help from Ramona’s Exes, who you can also play as.
The Combat Is Fantastic
The combat is fantastic. There’s a lot of moves to master, but smashing the X button works just fine if you want to keep it simple.
The game also has adjustable difficulty settings, so if you find it too challenging, you can tweak it anytime. I went with the hardest setting, and honestly, it’s perfect.
The gameplay style leans into old-school classics like River City Ransom on the NES. It has RPG-style skill upgrades: enemies drop money, which you then spend in shops to permanently increase stats.
Each item has unique attributes, so experimenting is key. I didn’t realize this at first in the original game and got brutally beaten. Lesson learned!
Multiplayer Works Well, With One Issue
Multiplayer works just like Tribute Games’ previous titles. You can create a public session where anyone can drop in and out seamlessly, adding a fun social layer.
Prefer to play with friends only? Private sessions are available too.
I did run into one bug, though. When a player joined, my health and profile stopped showing, and the game eventually crashed. Not a huge deal, and checkpoints are frequent, so I only had a short redo.
The Open World Keeps You Moving
The pacing is excellent. Quests guide you through the open world, so you’ll never feel lost.
Side content is occasional but rewarding. Talking to people might unlock extra quests that give permanent stat boosts, enough to keep exploration interesting without overwhelming you.
Of course, one thing to keep in mind is that this is a beat ’em up adventure that moves at a slightly slower pace and sometimes requires grinding. That worked for me, but it’s worth knowing going in.
The Style and Music Really Deliver
Aesthetically, the game honours the animation’s style beautifully.
Sometimes, you’ll enter “rifts” that completely change the environment, from vampire-like realms to prehistoric worlds to 1950s silent films. It keeps the adventure fresh and exciting.
Of course, we have to talk about the music. The original game’s soundtrack was a cult hit, and Anamanaguchi returns to compose for EX.
It’s phenomenal. The soundtrack slaps just like the original, staying true to the vision that made it a fan favourite. Personally, I think they nailed it.
Scott Pilgrim EX Is Easy to Recommend
So, if you loved the original game, you won’t be disappointed. And for newcomers, it’s a perfect entry point.
Just remember: this is a beat ’em up adventure that moves at a slightly slower pace and sometimes requires grinding. If that sounds good, welcome to the club!
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