History YMMV / ScottPilgrimVsTheWorldTheGame

* SongAssociation: Due to the game's lack of availability after it was pulled from digital storefronts for four years, the song [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7hWbuNK_8U "Maki Ya"]] became known by many as the music from [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bmK9K5wPyQ "Unlockable Weapons"]], an episode of a ''VideoGame/TeamFortress2'' Machinima series; ''Machinima/TeamServiceAnnouncement'', by Krunkidile.

* HilariousInHindsight: Stage 5 features enemies dressed like both skeletons and pumpkins on Halloween. [[WebAnimation/SpookyMonth Sound familiar]]?

* BestBossEver: [[spoiler:Despite being [[AntiClimaxBoss pretty]] [[BreatherBoss easy]], [[HumongousMecha Super]] [[{{Anime/MazingerZ}} Robot]] [[MacrossMissileMassacre Fighter]] [[EnergyWeapon is]] ''[[SugarWiki/AwesomeMusic awesome]].'']]

* {{Misblamed}}: No, Music/{{Anamanaguchi}} and music licensing issues [[http://twitter.com/anamanaguchi/status/1108482067761979398 are not the reason]] [[http://twitter.com/anamanaguchi/status/1293624197734977537 the game got delisted]]. Creator/BryanLeeOMalley [[http://twitter.com/bryanleeomalley/status/1263279542262575105 is not the]] [[http://twitter.com/bryanleeomalley/status/1263281729638240256 reason either]]. The game was labeled under Universal when it was first came out (who helped co-produce it in tandem with the movie) so it was technically under their license at the time. When the rights expired they didn't renew and it got de-listed as a result. Basically a result of a licensed property under non-physical digital distribution (as least if it was physical the license only extended to production, as you can still ''look'' for physical copies).

** The paparazzi in the second level. They attack in packs and their cameras stun you, leaving you open to other attacks, but they don't do much damage.

* TheProblemWithLicensedGames: [[SugarWiki/NoProblemWithLicensedGames Averted]], save for no online play or drop in and out co-op (unless you have an extra $7 buy the {{D|ownloadableContent}}LCs for the original release or the bought the ''Complete Edition'' re-release). The game's reception was generally positive, and it also helps that it's only $10. Unfortunately played straight when it came to its availability for many years up until it was rescued in 2021.

* AntiClimaxBoss: The Katanayagi Twins have a distressing tendency to run straight into your attacks. Together. And if you brought a weapon with you, the fight will end even faster.

* OvershadowedByControversy: After originally being pulled from digital storefronts, the game was and still is mostly known for [[KeepCirculatingTheTapes its unavailability]] as opposed to its gameplay, often being seen as the poster child for the dangers of digital-only games when the issue comes up. The ''Complete Edition'', however, did get a limited edition physical release by Limited Run Games for [=PlayStation=] 4 and Switch. Even then, However, Ubisoft requires you to enter your Ubisoft Connect account in order to unlock Knives Chau, which plays into the danger of digital-only content.

* OvershadowedByControversy: After originally being pulled from digital storefronts, the game was and still is mostly known for [[KeepCirculatingTheTapes its unavailability]] as opposed to its gameplay, often being seen as the poster child for the dangers of digital-only games when the issue comes up. The ''Complete Edition'', however, did get a limited edition physical release by Limited Run Games for [=PlayStation=] 4 and Switch.

* SugarWiki/AwesomeMusic: As mentioned before. '''Music/{{Anamanaguchi}}''' did the music. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNIAqNY7LPk See how awesome it is yourself.]] And if that wowed you, you can always buy the original soundtrack!

* {{Narm}}: Go fight some paparazzi in the second stage with the [[VideoGame/MortalKombat blood code]] activated. You'll see...

*** The explosion causes fire damage to human enemies, causing a guaranteed knockdown and extended stun time, allowing you to follow up with an [[KickThemWhileTheyAreDown okizeme]]. How about another exploding kunai throw to trap them in an endless loop? And ''yes'', this can be abused for easy boss takedowns.

** The paparazzi in the second level. They attack in packs and their cameras stun you, leaving you open to other attacks.
** Particularly in the Twins' stages. Also the swooping birds in Level 6. On a less literal level, there's the paparazzi enemies in Lucas' stage, who don't do much damage but can and will repeatedly stun you with their camera flashes, and the domino-masked "thief" foes in Roxy's stage, who like to bodycheck you and steal your coins. And they're fast, so can do it multiple times.

* SongAssociation: Due the Games' lack of availability, the song [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7hWbuNK_8U "Maki Ya"]] is known by many as the music from [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bmK9K5wPyQ "Unlockable Weapons"]], an episode of a VideoGame/TeamFortress2 Machinima series; ''Machinima/TeamServiceAnnouncement'', by Krunkidile.

** [[spoiler:Gideon's]] OneWingedAngel form. It requires that you use the provided weapon to have a chance to beat this boss and if you lose it (which you have a good chance to with their lousy pick-up response) you have to fight with your fists. The boss has a sucker punch that launches you off the stage when it hits you and will keep doing it every time you respawn, right into the path of the punch. What makes this worse is this is part of Level 7, the [[MarathonLevel longest level]] of the game!

* DemonicSpiders: The enemies Ryan and David will knock a good portion of your health way if they score hits on you, and unlike other enemies, they are super aggressive and will not leave much of an opening to attack them back.

* SpiritualAdaptation: There are some that call this game [[FanNickname another name]], ''VideoGame/RiverCityRansom 2''.

* Scrappy Mechanic: The requirement for a Ubisoft Connect account to play the online multiplayer in the Complete Edition would be bad enough on its own, but said requirement is the only way you can unlock Knives Chau as a playable character as well, despite both these things being two of the big selling points to the Complete Edition's existence.

** The "suicide for 25 $2 coins" code can be exploited with any [[AutoRevive snack]] (Chewing Gum in the first level is very cheap) to gain instant cash. It's even funnier considering the suicide code is a shout out to the KonamiCode.

* OvershadowedByControversy: After originally being cut from digital storefronts, the game was and still is mostly known for [[KeepCirculatingTheTapes its unavailability]] as opposed to its gameplay, often being seen as the poster child for the dangers of digital-only games when the issue comes up.
* TheProblemWithLicensedGames: [[SugarWiki/NoProblemWithLicensedGames Averted]], save for no online play or drop in and out co-op (unless you have $7 extra dollars to buy the {{D|ownloadableContent}}LCs). The game's very good, and it also helps that it's only $10. Unfortunately played straight when it came to its availability.
* SpiritualLicensee: There are some that call this game [[FanNickname another name]], ''VideoGame/RiverCityRansom 2''.

** Level 5. The Halloween Party is easy enough to get through, but the hideout part is where the difficulty ramps up. Enemies now have higher stats, are hard-hitters and can likewise block a lot of your hits. Not to mention some slight platforming sections that, with multi-players can be tricky to get through. And while the bosses may be easy, on multiplayer it throws those same mooks at you as your're trying to fight the twins and can quickly crowd the screen.

* OvershadowedByControversy: After being cut from digital storefronts, the game is mostly known for [[KeepCirculatingTheTapes its unavailability]] as opposed to its gameplay, often being seen as the poster child for the dangers of digital-only games when the issue comes up.
* TheProblemWithLicensedGames: [[SugarWiki/NoProblemWithLicensedGames Averted]], save for no online play or drop in and out co-op (unless you have $7 extra dollars to buy the {{D|ownloadableContent}}LCs). The game's very good, and it also helps that it's only $10.

* WhatDoYouMeanItsNotForKids: Actually, the game is great family fun, although the game warrents a Teen / 12+ rating for a reason or so.

* BestBossEver: [[spoiler:Despite being [[AntiClimaxBoss pretty]] [[BreatherBoss easy]], [[HumongousMecha Super]] [[{{Anime/MazingerZ}} Robot]] [[MacrossMissileMassacre Fighter]] [[FrickingLaserBeams is]] ''[[SugarWiki/AwesomeMusic awesome]].'']]

* SugarWiki/AndTheFandomRejoiced: After being delisted for years and thought to be hopelessly gone forever, on September 10th, 2020 [[UpdatedRerelease a complete version of the game]] was announced to be coming back on almost every modern platform.

* AndTheFandomRejoiced: After being delisted for years and thought to be hopelessly gone forever, on September 10th, 2020 [[UpdatedRerelease a complete version of the game]] was announced to be coming back on almost every modern platform.