Bandai Namco Flashback Blast!

About

"Bandai Namco Flashback Blast!" is a video game collection featuring classic NES/Famicom titles. The games included are Pac-Man, Dig Dug, Galaga, Galaxian, Mappy, Sky Kid, and Xevious. Select stores offer the exclusive inclusion of Pac-Mania and The Tower of Druaga. This game provides a nostalgic experience for retro gaming fans.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

stability3 negative mentions

The game selection is fun and includes classic titles like Pac-Man and Galaga, making it enjoyable for both kids and nostalgic adults.
Setup is easy and wireless functionality allows for convenient use across different rooms.
Many users found the product to be a great value for the price, with some expressing willingness to pay more for improved features.

The controller is often reported to be unresponsive and laggy, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
A common issue is the lack of sound output on various TVs, which significantly detracts from the gaming experience.
Several users experienced defects or compatibility issues, with some units not working at all or not including necessary cables.

stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, including frequent electronic glitches that persist despite following troubleshooting steps and trying various HDMI ports and settings.
- “The game is plagued with glitches that disrupt the experience.”
- “Items frequently experience electronic glitches, making gameplay frustrating.”
- “I've followed the instructions, gone through troubleshooting, and tried connecting to different HDMI ports with various settings, but the issues persist.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is significantly hindered by controller lag, causing frustrating delays in response times that are particularly detrimental during fast-paced levels. While the ability to "rewind" offers a potential workaround, it is often rendered ineffective due to the persistent lag, making progress difficult.
- “When it comes to gameplay, the major setback to this game is the lag with the controller. What you do with the controller is slow to happen on the display or won't necessarily happen at all. It's very aggravating when the level you're playing requires rapid response. The only saving grace is the ability to 'rewind' in-game, but that too is nullified by the lag and you can't make any progress.”
- “The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive, making it difficult to enjoy the experience. The controls are not intuitive, and I often find myself struggling to execute basic actions.”
- “I was really disappointed with the gameplay mechanics. The combat system is overly complicated and doesn't flow well, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”