Broforce
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About Broforce
Broforce is a chaotic side-scrolling shooter released by Free Lives Games on October 15, 2015. Published by Devolver Digital, this arcade title parodies 80s action movies with pixel art that looks like it was drawn on napkins. You play as overpowered paramilitary agents who solve global threats with sheer explosive firepower. The game launched across PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. It features single player campaigns, multiplayer modes, and co-op options for up to four people. This is not a serious military simulator. It is a loud, destructive celebration of action movie cliches where you destroy everything in sight while wearing sunglasses indoors.
Gameplay
You select one of many distinct character archetypes and blast through levels filled with enemies and destructible terrain. Every wall, floor, and ceiling can be blown up, creating new paths or burying your own squad under rubble. The core loop involves shooting dozens of weapon types while dodging returning fire from terrorists. You can pick up power-ups that let you fly or summon tank support. Co-op play allows friends to join in with their own unique characters, which often leads to friendly fire accidents. Controls are simple enough for anyone to pick up but mastering the physics requires practice. Sessions feel frantic because explosions happen constantly and screens shake violently when heavy ordnance drops.
What Players Think
Critics and players have given Broforce a solid 73.9 out of 100 based on 362 ratings on IGDB. The community vibe is split between Intense and Wholesome feelings with three votes each, while Cooperative vibes earned two votes. Average playtime suggests people jump in for quick bursts rather than long grinding sessions. Only 17 achievements exist, and the average unlock rate sits at a low 17.4 percent. The hardest task is "There Can Bro Only One" which only 1.10 percent of players have unlocked. Review snippets mention the chaos and the fun of working together, though some note the difficulty spikes in later levels. Prices have dropped to a historical low of $2.67 on 2Game, making this a cheap entry point for new fans.
PlayPile's Take
Broforce is worth buying if you want loud explosions and simple mechanics without complex story elements. The price has hit rock bottom at $2.67, which makes the lack of deep achievements less painful since only a tiny fraction of players unlock the rarest ones. It fits well on any platform from Switch to PC. The game rewards quick reflexes more than strategic planning. You should avoid this if you hate screen shake or loud noise. The achievement count is small but that matches the short session nature of the title. Grab it while the price stays low and enjoy blowing up pixelated bad guys with your friends.
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Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
73.9
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