POSTAL: Brain Damaged
" Fast-paced action shooter with unique weapons and dark humor but buggy DLC levels "
POSTAL: Brain Damaged Review
POSTAL: Brain Damaged is a highly praised old-school boomer shooter that combines fast-paced, frantic gameplay with Postal's signature dark and crude humor. Players enjoy its homage to classic shooters like DOOM and Ultrakill, featuring unique weapons, creative level design, and a trippy, chaotic atmosphere that keeps the experience fresh and engaging. The game embraces its unapologetically offensive style, delivering a mix of hilarious cutscenes, cheeky remarks, and bizarre enemies that fit well within the Postal universe.
While the base game receives strong acclaim for its satisfying combat mechanics and level variety, some players find the DLC content less polished, citing frustrating level design, frequent bugs, and repetitive mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Despite this, the core game is considered a fun, addictive, and well-crafted shooter with a cult appeal, especially for fans of the genre and the Postal series. The humor and art style polarize opinions but are generally seen as fitting the game's tone perfectly.
Highlights
Players praise POSTAL: Brain Damaged for its fast and furious gameplay, well-designed levels, and unique weapon arsenal, including standout items like the sniper bow. The game's dark humor and offensive themes are highlighted as true to the Postal franchise, with many appreciating its self-awareness and internet-culture references. The graphics, though stylized and unconventional, contribute to a distinct, psychotic dreamlike atmosphere that complements the gameplay. Additionally, the soundtrack and cutscenes receive positive mentions, enhancing the overall mood and immersion.
Criticisms
Common criticisms focus on the DLC, which many find disappointing due to poor level design, excessive reliance on a hookshot mechanic, and numerous bugs causing players to get stuck, requiring frequent reloads. Some players feel the humor can be juvenile or overly crude, and that the main character's voice lines occasionally detract from the experience. A few reviews mention confusing story elements and a lack of clear guidance in exploration, which can lead to frustration. Overall, while the base game is solid, the DLC and certain design choices leave room for improvement.
Pros
- • Fast-paced old-school shooter gameplay that keeps adrenaline high and combat satisfying.
- • Unique and fun weapons, including the memorable sniper bow.
- • Level design is creative, large, and varied, maintaining player interest.
- • Dark, crude humor fits perfectly with Postal’s unapologetic style.
- • Distinctive, psychotic dreamlike art style adds to the game's atmosphere.
- • Hilarious cutscenes and memorable soundtrack enhance immersion.
- • Self-aware and cheeky internet culture references throughout the game.
Cons
- • DLC criticized for poor level design and repetitive mechanics.
- • Frequent bugs in DLC cause players to get stuck and reload often.
- • Humor can be overly juvenile or crude for some players.
- • Main character’s voice lines sometimes detract from the experience.
- • Lack of clear guidance or minimap leads to confusing exploration.
- • DLC combat encounters feel thrown together and less polished.
- • Some players find the story confusing and minimal.
Rating Criteria
POSTAL: Brain Damaged is a new, action-oriented take on the Running With Scissors’ cult game series with throwback graphics, and fast-paced, modern gameplay. Take a wild roller coaster ride through the twisted wonderland encased in the POSTAL DUDE’S messed-up mind.
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