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Family Guy: Back to the Multiverse

Nov 20, 2012 14 years ago
Type Base game 2012 Genres AdventureShooter Companies Activision · Publisher · Heavy Iron Studios · Developer Follow Log in to follow

Family Guy: Back to the Multiverse is a third-person cooperative gameplay video game set to be released on November 20, 2012 in North America for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. It's based on the Family Guy television series, most notably the episode Road to the Multiverse, and is also a continuation of The Big Bang Theory. It is rated M for Mature for blood, violence, drug use, mature humor, and sexual content/themes. This game also features the return of Stewie's evil half-brother Bertram, who was killed in the show.

What it’s like

This title is a chaotic, third-person shooter adventure that functions primarily as an interactive episode of the source material. You control Stewie and Brian as they traverse bizarre parallel universes to stop Bertram, with gameplay serving as a vehicle for the show's signature irreverent humor rather than mechanical depth. The experience is defined by its faithful voice acting and visual style, capturing the show's aesthetic perfectly. While the combat is straightforward and repetitive, the game shines in its atmosphere and character interactions. It offers split-screen co-op that encourages shared laughter over strategic coordination. The structure is linear but punctuated by varied environmental gags and pop-culture references. For fans, it feels like playing through a long-form animated special where you can occasionally shoot things. It prioritizes fan service and comedic timing over rigorous gameplay loops or narrative complexity.

Strong in Audio / MusicCharactersAtmosphere / MoodCo-op / MultiplayerWriting / Dialogue

Keep in mind The combat mechanics are shallow and repetitive, making the action feel generic outside of its comedic context. It may disappoint players seeking substantial challenge or deep role-playing elements, as it is strictly a lighthearted, linear shooter.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Nov 20, 201214 years ago
PlayStation 3 Worldwide Full release Nov 20, 201214 years ago
Xbox 360 Worldwide Full release Nov 20, 201214 years ago

Reviews

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