Shank

August 24, 2010 Klei Entertainment Electronic Arts
Hack and slash/Beat 'em up Indie
PS3 Linux PC Mac X360
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Shank is the cult-classic revival of the sidescrolling beat-em-up. Play as Shank in an over-the-top grindhouse game, packed to the rim with enemies, bosses, combos, and more by the award-winning team at Klei Entertainment.
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Critic Score
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Total Score
105
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Game Info

Release Date August 24, 2010
Developer Klei Entertainment
Publisher Electronic Arts
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective Side view
Themes Action
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