''Has-Been Heroes'' is an

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developed by

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and published by

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. The game was released on 28 March 2017 in North America and in Europe and Australia on 4 April 2017 on

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, and

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. This game is Gamestop exclusive and was only sold through Gamestop stores at launch.

Gameplay

''Has-Been Heroes'' is an

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with

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elements. The game features a mixture of

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and

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mechanics.

Release

''Has-Been Heroes'' is being developed by

and published by

. The game was announced in January 2017. It launched on

, and

on 28 March 2017.

Reception

''Has-Been Heroes'' received "mixed or average reviews" from professional critics according to

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website

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. While the game received praise for its combat system, criticism was directed at its repetitive gameplay and high difficulty level.

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