The game features over , ranging from main story objectives to dozens of absurd side missions. To aid players through these frequently repetitive "fetch and kill" tasks, the game utilizes a hint system involving fortune cookies found throughout the world. Multi-player Options Played: DeathSpank: Thongs of Virtue - Kotaku
: A major addition is the introduction of firearms, replacing the first game's crossbows. Players can now use machine guns, bazookas, flamethrowers, and laser pistols . DeathSpank: Thongs of Virtue
While the first entry focused on medieval fantasy, Thongs of Virtue expands its scope to parody modern culture and historical settings. Environments include World War II-style battlefields (where DeathSpank begins as a prisoner of war), the Old West, pirate-infested seas, and even extraterrestrial landscapes. Gameplay Mechanics and New Features The game features over , ranging from main