Blades of Gory

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Blades of Gory is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Fortcullis Games and was released on December 4, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Blades of Gory" is a 2D fighting game with 8 selectable warriors and 4 game modes. In Arcade mode, defeat all characters to face 4 epic boss fights and earn extra credits. Versus mode allows fighting against the computer or a friend, while Sudden Death and 3 on 3 modes offer one-hit kills and tag-team fights. The unique combat system encourages timing, blocking, and mastery of range. XBOX 360 Gamepad is recommended, but keyboard controls are available.

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The pixel art and animations are well-designed, providing a charming aesthetic that appeals to players.
The game features a variety of modes and fun boss fights, which can be enjoyable for those who appreciate arcade-style gameplay.
The mechanics, while simple, can be engaging and rewarding, especially for players who enjoy speedrunning and mastering the game's challenges.

The character roster is bland, with all characters having identical moves, which significantly reduces replay value.
The control scheme is cumbersome and poorly designed, making it difficult to play, especially in multiplayer settings.
The game suffers from balance issues, with certain characters being at a disadvantage against specific bosses, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by a blend of complex mechanics that reward strategic play, particularly in the 3vs3 mode, which is praised for its engaging animations and inspired locations. However, some players note a lack of unique mechanics and express frustration over certain characters having significant weaknesses, impacting the overall balance. The game offers a rewarding experience, especially for speedrunners, as mastering the fighting mechanics is essential for success in arcade mode.
- “I haven't played that much but absolutely in love with this little game. The mechanics are way more complex than you could imagine for a little game like this. The tag 3vs3 mode is super fun, animations are cool, locations are inspired, and there are a lot of juicy details.”
- “The mechanics of the game itself are similar to fighting genre games that reward footsies and neutral play.”
- “Getting the mechanics of the fights down feels very rewarding in the context of a speedrun.”
- “Secondly, there are next to no unique mechanics.”
- “Which mechanically is idiotic to make certain characters have such a glaring weakness in the main aspect of the game.”
- “The mechanics of the game itself are similar to fighting genre games that reward footsies/neutral play.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their charming 8-bit aesthetic, featuring beautiful character designs and well-crafted bosses that enhance the overall visual experience. The art style is considered one of the standout elements, contributing to the game's silly and engaging atmosphere, making it enjoyable for both players and viewers alike.
- “The art style is beautiful; it's a cool art style!”
- “Very simple and to the point, and the art style is actually really nice and one of the better parts of this game.”
- “The game is so silly with its visuals and characters; it's hard not to love it.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is mixed; while it encourages repeated play due to its arcade style, many users feel it suffers from a lack of content, which diminishes its overall replay value.
- “That kills a lot of the replay value right there.”
- “With that said, the game does lack content, but it's an arcade-style kind of game and it encourages replayability.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as a decently catchy soundtrack that complements the 8-bit aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience alongside well-designed bosses and adequate animations.
- “We have a decent selection of fights, adequate animation that fits the 8-bit aesthetic, and well-designed bosses, on top of a catchy soundtrack.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is characterized by its silly and decent humor, making it a recommended choice for fans of pixel art.
- “I would still recommend it for anyone that likes pixel art; it's a very silly game with decent humor.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been reported to have stability issues, including occasional stuttering, freezing, and a problematic interaction with the F12 key that interferes with screenshot functionality. These glitches have affected the overall user experience.
- “I encountered a few different bugs, such as occasional stutter, freezing, and the unwelcome usage of the F12 key, which overlaps the screenshots.”
- “I encountered a few different bugs, such as occasional stutter, freezing, and the unwelcome usage of the F12 key, which overlaps the screenshots.”