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Blade Ballet

Blade Ballet is something you don’t see every day on PC; a real, heartfelt attempt to replicate the compelling trappings of Capcom’s Power Stone, it succeeds as an accomplished go-to prospect for local and online multiplayer party shenanigans but the lack of a single-player mode and other content presently hamstring its ultimate potential.
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77%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:music
82% User Score Based on 55 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 3 reviews

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About Blade Ballet

Blade Ballet is a multiplayer casual fighting game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by DreamSail Games and was released on August 9, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Blade Ballet is a whirling dance of multiplayer robot destruction. Each character possesses a unique personality and special abilities - use them to claim victory as you spin from one challenging arena to the next, battling for dominance in this action-packed fighting game. Blade Ballet is simple enough for anyone to pick up a controller and jump into the fray, but players must master the timing …

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82%Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
  • The game is a fun and engaging local multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends.
  • It features unique characters with interesting abilities and varied maps that enhance gameplay.
  • The game has a lighthearted and humorous aesthetic, making it enjoyable for casual play.
  • The online multiplayer is virtually non-existent, making it difficult to find matches or play with others.
  • There is no single-player mode or AI opponents, limiting gameplay options for solo players.
  • The game suffers from bugs and a lack of polish, particularly in the multiplayer lobby and matchmaking systems.

  • gameplay

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 39% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The gameplay of the game is generally described as fun and satisfying, with smooth mechanics that are easy to learn but challenging to master, particularly in the multiplayer arena setting. However, some users express concerns about a lack of polish and variety, noting that the match setup feels bare-bones and the limited stage designs can lead to repetitive experiences. Overall, while the core gameplay is engaging, it may not meet the expectations for a fully launched title.

    • “Gameplay is really fun and satisfying.”
    • “It takes some time to master the mechanics, but once you do, it's a lot of fun.”
    • “What sets these couch competitive multiplayer games apart from others is that no matter your skill level, the gameplay always seems to be so addictively simple as fun party games.”
    • “The game itself sounds fun, but even if it actually is, if we assume the same level of polish for the gameplay that the most basic elements of the game received, then this game simply can't be recommended - especially not when those are traits you wouldn't expect to see in an established early access title, much less a fully launched game.”
    • “Bare-bones match setup makes gameplay unvaried and uncustomizable; the few stages repeat too often and could use some single-player content.”
    • “Gameplay - Blade Ballet allows you to select a robot from the lineup and enter an arena to deal spinning-blade death on other robots, or at least, that's what I can make out.”

  • graphics

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their nice, clean interface and appealing artistic style, with a cartoony feel that enhances the visual experience. However, some users note that the graphics settings are minimal, and while the visuals appear smooth and enjoyable, technical issues have hindered their ability to fully appreciate them. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, but connectivity problems have affected gameplay experience.

    • “The graphics are really nice, and from what I've seen in the menu, they have a cartoony-but-artistic feel to them.”
    • “Interface graphics are nice and clean, and everything seems to move smoothly.”
    • “The graphics settings are extremely minimal.”
    • “Thank you so much for adding graphical settings now!”

  • humor

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by the presence of amusing spinny robots and varied maps that occasionally feature funny power-ups, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.

    • “The maps are varied, and on some maps - not on all - there are some funny power-ups too.”
    • “Funny spinny robots!”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -34% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The title music evokes nostalgia, reminiscent of classic Saturday morning cartoons, while the in-game soundtrack has received praise for its quality and enjoyment. Overall, the music aspect is highlighted as a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “The art is so fun and the soundtrack is amazing.”
    • “Sound - the title music is okay, reminding me of an old Saturday morning cartoon show.”
    • “The title music is okay, reminding me of an old Saturday morning cartoon show.”
    • “I can't comment on the in-game music or sound, as I haven't been able to get that far yet.”

  • monetization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players appreciate that skins are earned through gameplay rather than being locked behind microtransactions, enhancing the overall experience and rewarding player engagement.

    • “Skins are not locked behind microtransactions; they are unlocked by playing the game.”
    • “The monetization model is fair and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
    • “I appreciate that the game offers cosmetic items that can be earned through gameplay rather than requiring purchases.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.

    • “This game offers a ton of replayability.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”
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65%Critics’ scoreBased on 3 critic reviews
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Blade Ballet is a casual fighting game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Blade Ballet include science, indie and trading.

Blade Ballet is available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Blade Ballet was released on August 9, 2016.

Blade Ballet was developed by DreamSail Games.

Blade Ballet has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Blade Ballet for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

Blade Ballet is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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