Action · 2013
The Showdown Effect
The atmosphere of the game is a collection of easily recognizable settings of action-movies of the eighties. Similarly, in the guise of the eight heroes of the game there are attributes of the heroes of these films. The action takes place on several levels, instantly recalling in memory such films as "Alien",…
Key facts
- Released
- 5 March 2013
- Genre
- Action
- Length
- ≈ 3 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Multiplayer
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Arrowhead Game Studios
- Publisher
- Paradox Interactive
- Critics
- Metacritic 67
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Action" vibe
- You can come back forever
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Showdown Effect?
Expect about 3 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Showdown Effect with friends?
Yes: The Showdown Effect can be played solo and in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is The Showdown Effect on?
The Showdown Effect is available on PC.
Is The Showdown Effect a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 67.
What games are like The Showdown Effect?
In the same spirit: HELLDIVERS, Memoria and Helldivers II.
