Given the immense popularity and cultural impact of the JoJo series, a fighting game made the most sense. However, from the moment I booted it up, it felt as though I had been transported back over a decade.

Rather than feeling like a fresh, 2022 release, the game seems reminiscent of something from 2012, both in aesthetics and gameplay mechanics. Its lack of inventiveness, sluggish pace, and unimpressive visuals make it stand out—for all the wrong reasons. One can’t help but wonder: what could have been if the developers had partnered with renowned franchises like Tekken or Street Fighter? A crossover reminiscent of “Marvel vs Capcom” could have revitalized the game with superior graphics and gameplay physics, not to mention tapping into the fan bases of these established series.

In its current state, “JoJo’s All-Star Battle” offers little to no redemption. A score of 0/10 might seem harsh, but it’s truly reflective of the experience. Die-hard JoJo fans might find some solace in WWE 2K23’s Community Creations, which offers the chance to don JoJo skins and immerse oneself in a far superior gaming environment.

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