TMNT Splintered Fate

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate is an action roguelite developed by Super Evil Megacorp. Originally launched on Apple Arcade, the game takes the iconic heroes in a half-shell and plunges them into the addictive, run-based gameplay loop popularized by titles like Hades, all set in a stylish, isometric view. It successfully blends the fast-paced, cooperative brawling of the TMNT franchise with the deep build customization of the roguelite genre.

The Quest for Master Splinter

The story begins with the shocking kidnapping of Master Splinter by the Turtles' arch-nemesis, the Shredder. Simultaneously, mysterious portals begin appearing across New York City. The four brothers—Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo—must battle their way through procedurally generated levels across iconic NYC locales, from the familiar sewers to the rooftops, to rescue their father.

The narrative is told between runs at the Turtles' lair, which acts as the central hub. Here, you interact with allies like April O'Neil and Metalhead, and use resources collected during runs to unlock permanent meta-upgrades for your characters. The voice acting is generally praised, adding a layer of authentic TMNT banter and humor to the often repetitive roguelite structure.

Asymmetrical Brawling and Buildcrafting

The game’s core strength lies in its asymmetric combat system and high replayability:

• Four Unique Turtles: Players can choose to control any of the four Turtles, each possessing a distinct playstyle:

  • Leonardo is balanced, focused on speed and low cooldowns.

  • Raphael excels at chaining combos and high critical strikes.

  • Donatello is the gadget specialist with a larger health pool.

  • Michelangelo uses area-of-effect attacks and multi-hit combos.

• Run-Based Upgrades: In each run, players are rewarded with temporary power-ups and artifacts that fundamentally alter their build, allowing for unique combinations of elemental powers (fire, water, ooze) and martial arts techniques. This system of constant adaptation ensures no two runs feel exactly alike.

Co-op Chaos

A major draw of Splintered Fate is its emphasis on cooperative play, supporting up to four players in local and online co-op modes. Teaming up allows players to combine their Turtle builds and skills, leading to chaotic, synergistic brawls that overcome the increasingly difficult waves of Foot Clan soldiers, Mousers, and classic bosses like Bebop and Rocksteady.

By melding a beloved IP with an engaging, modern roguelite foundation, TMNT Splintered Fate delivers a fun and challenging action experience, particularly for those looking to conquer the Foot Clan with friends.