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5 Best Parody Video Games, Ranked

There's nothing quite like a good parody video game. These games take everything we know and love about our favorite titles and turn them on their head, delivering a hilarious gaming experience in the process. They provide a more fun and lighthearted experience than you would have while playing regular titles. Like other forms of parody, these games are designed to mimic, clown, and make statements about already existing video projects. 

Parody games first became popular in the 80s, with classic games such as Sonic and Mario receiving the early pokes of fun. These games are not always necessarily meant to discredit the works they are based on. Most of them often intend to either be a commentary or pay homage to the content they feature; some of them are even made by fans themselves. Whether you're looking for a new game to play or just want to laugh your ass off, these five parody games are sure to entertain. So without further ado, let's get started!

5. The Room Tribute

5 Best Parody Video Games, Ranked

Parody or not, The Room Tribute is just one of the few titles on this paradoy video game list that have been able to stand on their own. It is one of the best Flash games to come out of this parody project. The 2010 point-and-click adventure is based on the film “The Room.” Like the film, the game is centered around Johnny, the main protagonist. Here, players get a much clearer perspective of the film as they can experience the plot from a different point of view. 

Similarly, The Room Tribute features a few more fun aspects in reference to the film. For instance, players tend to run into a few extra details and easter eggs throughout the game. The accurately depicted world is also pretty impressive. Not to mention the creative way in which developers manage to fill in the plot holes from the film's original story.

 

4. Conker's Bad Fur Day

Let's move on to the next iconic parody, Conker's Bad Fur Day, a 2001 release aimed to stunt on some of the classics of that time. Such titles include Donkey Kong 64 and Banjo-Kazooie. Despite its cartoony display, Conker's Bad Fur Day was not family-friendly in the slightest; it was far from Donkey Kong 64 and other games of similar design that were accommodating to all audiences. In fact, the game was only suitable for adults as it featured vulgar content, extreme violence, and plenty of other profanities. All this while maintaining a cartoonish design and wacky humor. 

Subsequently, Conker's Bad Fur Day did not sell that well during its first release, but it eventually got a remake in 2005; which has since become a cult classic. The game features a level-based challenge where players are free to roam in search of doable tasks. Also, players can solve a sequence of challenges to help other characters get ahead in the game. These include missions such as racing, solving puzzles, collecting objects, and many more.

 

3. The Simpsons: Hit and Run

This game is a classic example of a great parody video game. It takes the original concept of The Simpsons and satirizes it in a way that is both clever and funny. The game is also full of pop culture references, which makes it even more enjoyable.

The game's storyline follows Homer Simpson and his friends as they attempt to uncover who was responsible for an alien invasion that occurred in Springfield. The gameplay is divided between driving levels and platforming levels. The driving levels are mission-based, with the player required to complete specific objectives in order to progress. These objectives usually involve destroying objects or characters, or retrieving items from specific locations. The platforming levels are linear, consisting of large areas with enemies scattered throughout. Some of these enemies can be defeated by using specific items that are found in the environment.

The Simpsons: Hit and Run is a great game for fans of The Simpsons, as well as those who enjoy parody games in general. It's one of the most clever and funny games on this list, and it's definitely worth checking out.

 

2. Crab Game

Based on an award-winning Netflix series, Crab Game is just one of many parody video games to come out of “Squid Game.” The show depicts the gap between the poor and the rich and the inhumanity that resonates from wealth. The bizarre plot highlighted in “Squid Game” led to the show's becoming an international phenomenon. That's why it's no surprise the show has featured in plenty of parodies, including Crab Game

Like the show, Crab Game features a huge number of people in competition against life-threatening challenges for cash rewards. Only in this game, the violence has been toned down into a more cartoony form. If you watched “Squid Game,” you can pinpoint most of the similarities the game harbors to the show. For instance, players participate in multiplayer contests through a series of childhood games, where each death equals elimination. Only the last remaining player can walk away with the cash prize.

 

1. Saints Row Series

The Saints Row series is another parody video games project to stand on its own in both the parody and the RPG genres. The games aim to push the limits of the traditional tropes of open-world action-adventure games with the fun and comedy they incorporate into their gameplay. Not only do they include hilarious moves and powers, but the weapons featured are also quite entertaining. The Saints Row games follow a customizable character who explores an open world, completing missions to advance the story. 

Players can engage in all sorts of illegal activities here, including assaulting NPCs, which in turn triggers retaliation. Such actions may provoke a police response, which does not often end well. However, in case of death or incarceration, players respawn from a police station or the nearest hospital. Some of the most amusing weapons featured in the Saints Row series include a poop launcher, a dubstep gun, and a cannon that shoots out people instead of ammo. These are just some of the wacky aspects in store in case you decide to play any of these games.

Which one of the parody video games above do you think is the best? Share your pick with us in the comments below or over on our socials here!

 

Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology. He is always on the lookout for interesting topics, and enjoys writing about video games, cryptocurrency and blockchain and more. When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.