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The Baconing (360)

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Release Date: 08/31/11
Genre: Sci-fi Action Adventure
Developer: Hothead Games
Publisher: Valcon Games LLC
ESRB Rating: Teen
ESRB Content: Blood, Cartoon Violence, Crude Humor, Mild Language, Mild Sexual Themes, Tobacco Reference

Welcome to the sizzling sci-fi world of The Baconing! You are DeathSpank, the ultimate Dispenser of Justice. Destroy the Anti-Spank and his Cyborques, before they cast an evil shadow over Spanktopia. Explore unique locations like The Forbidden Zone and Rainbow’s End in a pop-up book adventure. Over 100 quests, exciting boss fights and puzzles. Control the battles with the Weapons of Justice, Shield Bash and Perfect Reflect. Play co-op and choose from four amazing sidekicks.

Reviews

6.7
based on 2 top critics
and 3 virtual ratings

6.0
Not quite as tasty as the other white meat.

6.5
A strong sense of deja vu and poorly balanced combat loom over The Baconing, but smart puzzles and humorous dialogue entertain throughout.

7.0
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