BlazBlue Entropy Effect

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In the roguelite game "BlazBlue Entropy Effect," players can enjoy a flamboyant combat experience with charismatic characters, unique combat styles, and smooth controls. With hundreds of moves and elemental effects, players can build their ultimate fighter and uncover the truth in a chaotic world in ACE, a virtual cyberspace. Experience realistic combat feedback and infinite possibilities for combos in this action-packed game.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,335 reviews

gameplay649 positive mentions

grinding44 negative mentions

The fast-paced, combo-heavy combat system is a joy to master, offering a variety of characters with unique skills that keep every run feeling distinct.
The art direction and animations are stunning, staying true to the BlazBlue aesthetic while adding new layers of visual flair.
The roguelike structure is well-executed, with meaningful upgrades, a branching narrative, and rewarding difficulty that encourages experimentation and replayability.

The game can feel repetitive due to limited enemy variety and only a few stages, which may lead to boredom after several runs.
The story is convoluted and lacks depth, making it less engaging for players who are fans of narrative-driven games.
Some players have reported issues with visual clarity during combat, as the flashy effects can obscure important enemy attacks.

gameplay
1,432 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
52%
3%
The gameplay of "Blazblue Entropy Effect" is widely praised for its fast-paced, fluid combat and deep mechanics that blend roguelike elements with fighting game dynamics. Players appreciate the diverse character roster, each offering unique playstyles and abilities, which enhances replayability and keeps the experience fresh. While some critiques mention a lack of variety in enemy design and potential repetitiveness in gameplay loops, the overall consensus highlights the game's engaging mechanics, satisfying combat, and impressive visuals, making it a strong entry in the roguelike genre.
- “Blazblue Entropy Effect is a fresh and thrilling entry in the roguelike action genre, blending the stylish combat of the Blazblue series with deep progression and dynamic gameplay.”
- “The game’s mechanics remain as deep and strategic as ever, offering a rewarding experience for both newcomers and veterans.”
- “In terms of gameplay, I believe we are looking at an extremely well-crafted game; the developers have managed to create a perfect balance between action and roguelike elements, where each character is truly distinct from the others, which fortunately extends its replayability.”
- “The complete lack of build variety makes the gameplay incredibly dull and repetitive, and its only redeeming feature is the graphics, which in my opinion is not enough to salvage a game like this.”
- “However, the core roguelike mechanics are a bit underwhelming: exploration is almost non-existing and you always play the same biomes with only two different bosses in each phase.”
- “I hope that in the future there will be more focus on enemy variety and increasing the difficulty throughout levels, as the gameplay feels very repetitive and unsatisfying in its current form.”
story
1,332 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
74%
7%
The story in "Blazblue: Entropy Effect" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it is largely disconnected from the established Blazblue lore, featuring original characters and a convoluted narrative that can be difficult to follow. While some appreciate the intriguing elements and emotional arcs, others find the plot underwhelming and repetitive, often feeling like a distraction from the engaging gameplay. Overall, the game is seen as more focused on its combat mechanics than on delivering a compelling story, making it a better fit for those who prioritize gameplay over narrative depth.
- “The engaging story, packed with emotional character arcs, and the new 'entropy effects' that change the dynamics of battle, add a fresh twist.”
- “Great blazblue game, with an interesting story that slowly unravels as you play and get better; it creates a neat feedback loop between lore, gameplay, and story progression.”
- “As a new fan of the blazblue series and story, I was at first disappointed by the fact that the bb characters are simply your 'simulation avatars', but over the course of playing this game, I not only fell in love with the amazing mechanics and the entropy system, which allows you to pick your difficulty as you choose while giving you rewards in return for higher difficulties, but the story, while simple, felt well thought out and carried quite the emotional weight.”
- “The story was a big disappointment; it's all an original dystopian sci-fi setting with nothing related to BlazBlue.”
- “The story is a convoluted mess that is easy to ignore because they don't force it on you.”
- “The biggest downside is that there is almost no relation to BlazBlue other than the 'prototypes' (characters) you play as and the overly complex story that nobody will ever understand.”
graphics
631 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
37%
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The graphics of "Blazblue: Entropy Effect" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art direction, vibrant colors, and fluid animations that stay true to the Blazblue aesthetic while introducing new visual elements. Players appreciate the game's ability to run smoothly even on lower-end systems, with many highlighting the impressive character designs and dynamic special effects that enhance the overall experience. However, some users noted that the abundance of visual effects can occasionally hinder gameplay clarity, particularly during intense combat sequences.
- “The game's visuals are stunning, with vibrant colors and meticulously detailed character designs that truly bring the world of Blazblue to life.”
- “Blazblue: Entropy Effect is a stunning addition to the Blazblue franchise that elevates the series with improved visuals, fluid animation, and an evolved combat system.”
- “The visuals are gorgeous as well, sometimes I lose track of my character but that's on me.”
- “This game feels as if they just took a big pot and threw in whatever 3 random art styles they could.”
- “Considering basic graphics and small locations, it is very disappointing and spoils the impression dramatically.”
- “Lack of visual clarity is actually an issue throughout my playthrough, and I found playing on lower graphics settings just better for performance.”
music
296 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
43%
2%
The music in the game has received a mixed response, with many praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the fast-paced gameplay, particularly highlighting its synthwave and electronic influences. However, some players expressed disappointment over the absence of iconic tracks from the BlazBlue series, feeling that the new compositions, while decent, lack the memorable quality of previous titles. Overall, the soundtrack is generally regarded as enjoyable and well-suited to the game's aesthetic, though it may not resonate with all fans of the franchise.
- “The graphic style is on top, the musical accompaniment is generally a masterpiece, and the gameplay is one of the best in this genre.”
- “The music is also really stand out, not at all as heavy as BlazBlue games proper tend to be, but it's fitting for the setting and I found myself vibing along with the game on more than one occasion.”
- “The combat, the design, the music, the audio, the graphics, all of them are amazing.”
- “It feels like the characters are trapped in some kind of elevator music cyberjunk purgatory.”
- “The soundtrack does get repetitive and I zoned that out after a while.”
- “The main minus point is the music which is just... okay.”
replayability
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
58%
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The game boasts high replayability due to its well-executed roguelike structure, diverse character options, and meaningful upgrades that encourage experimentation. Players appreciate the unique playstyles of each character and the ability to create various builds, making each run feel distinct. However, some reviewers noted that after multiple runs, the experience can become repetitive, suggesting that while replay value is significant, it may not sustain long-term engagement for everyone.
- “The roguelike structure is well-executed, with meaningful upgrades, a branching narrative, and rewarding difficulty that encourages experimentation and replayability.”
- “It's addictively replayable thanks to the variety of characters and a game design that makes it hard to put down — I found myself playing way past midnight without even realizing it.”
- “The diverse cast of characters and abilities make for great replayability, and I understand that they'll be adding even more members of the universe to the game, so there's some fun stuff coming.”
- “And because of this, it has lost all replayability for me because a run doesn't feel special anymore; before I could say no two runs feel alike while now I say all runs feel the same.”
- “As it stands, the key factor this is supposed to have (replayability) is a bit limited by the options in the game itself.”
- “Visuals, sound design, and gameplay are all nice, but the replayability and story aren't really there, which sucks because I love BlazBlue.”
character development
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
51%
5%
Character development in the game is largely centered around stunning character designs and animations, which have consistently captivated players. While the visuals and art style receive high praise, many reviews note that the narrative and lore connections to the broader BlazBlue universe are minimal, leaving character development feeling somewhat superficial. Overall, the game's appeal lies more in its visual artistry and engaging gameplay rather than deep storytelling or character arcs.
- “The game's visuals are stunning, with vibrant colors and meticulously detailed character designs that truly bring the world of BlazBlue to life.”
- “First and foremost, the character design and particle effects are absolutely stellar.”
- “The visual spectacle and character design are enough to keep players mesmerized and motivated to progress through the game.”
- “If you're a fan of mainline BlazBlue for the lore, you might be a bit disappointed about how disconnected from BlazBlue the story of this game is. The only connection to BlazBlue is honestly just the playable characters; they don't add any particular value to the story at all.”
- “I do not recommend this game for BlazBlue fans looking for more BlazBlue content, or anything consisting of story, lore, or character development for the BlazBlue world.”
- “It's weird to go from an IP that has so much color and vibrance in its character designs and backgrounds to this glass of lukewarm tap water.”
grinding
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
21%
76%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players finding it excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring numerous runs to unlock characters and achieve goals. While some appreciate the challenge and the excitement of unlocking new characters, others feel that the lack of meaningful progression and repetitive tasks diminish the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game is perceived as grindy, with some players suggesting it demands a significant time investment for minimal rewards.
- “The metagame isn't too grindy as long as you do story quests to get free character unlocks.”
- “Progression isn't too grindy but still offers a challenge in many cases.”
- “One thing to note is that the game is very grindy with little meta progress for the time invested and even a boss challenge mode that uses up a 45-minute run for one attempt.”
- “Getting all achievements was tedious due to one single achievement that requires the player to get all different combinations of skills, which makes an obligation to have more than 50+ runs; just for this, it deserves to lose some points, it made me literally play for at least 50+ hours after getting all other achievements.”
- “The game is meh, the story is very slow and not interesting, the whole conception of some digital spirit going through some training is also very slow and super grindy; sometimes it feels like there is no progress at all.”
optimization
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
51%
21%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its overall performance and UI improvements, particularly on PC and Steam Deck, while others report persistent stuttering issues, especially in the hub area. Despite several patches aimed at enhancing optimization, many users still experience performance problems, leading to a divided opinion on the game's polish and clarity. Overall, while some aspects are well-optimized, significant optimization challenges remain, particularly for certain hardware configurations.
- “A large bulk of my enjoyment of the game was experimenting with all the options each character had, and improving my optimization run after run.”
- “This game is very well optimized.”
- “Never seen a product so optimized and polished in an early access; seriously, I don't know why they put it in early access. The visuals look amazing and the gameplay is solid.”
- “Unfortunately, the game has very poor optimization.”
- “Several patches have been released, which claim to improve optimization, but I am unable to see any notable positive effect from them.”
- “But the poor optimization ruins the impression.”
monetization
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
24%
68%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players labeling it a cash grab due to misleading advertising and minimal content, while others appreciate the absence of predatory microtransactions. Although there are concerns about the game's alignment with the BlazBlue franchise, many players found the gameplay enjoyable despite initial skepticism about its value. Overall, the sentiment leans towards disappointment regarding the marketing, but some players commend the lack of aggressive monetization strategies.
- “Also, Arc System Works, thank you for not making this a mobile game with microtransactions.”
- “Pretty solid early access without any predatory microtransactions.”
- “And this time there are no microtransactions.”
- “Feels like a cash grab for the IP to enter the action roguelite space.”
- “It seems to play well enough and animations are smooth, but I'm leaving a negative review and refuse to engage with it further due to intentionally misleading advertisement.”
- “Honestly, Entropy Effect feels like a huge slap in the face for BlazBlue fans, and with everything so out of place in this game, I could bet my 20 bucks that BB characters were only included by the devs to save up on time and resources to make this cash grab.”
humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky characters, particularly a cat-themed scientist who makes amusing noises and engages in over-the-top combat, which players find both hilarious and entertaining. The blend of silly antics, such as launching missiles and mocking enemies, adds a lighthearted tone that enhances the overall experience, though some feel it could benefit from a bit more depth. Overall, players appreciate the game's comedic elements, finding it funnier than expected.
- “Silly cat lady shooting missiles is incredibly funny.”
- “Funny cat scientist girl zooming around while launching missiles and orbital strikes?!”
- “But damn it's funnier than I thought it would be.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
9%
64%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and lack of significant bugs or crashes, particularly on platforms like the Steam Deck. However, others have reported issues such as frequent freezes, lag in online modes, and occasional glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while many find the game well-optimized, there are notable concerns regarding stability that could impact gameplay enjoyment.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck OLED, a consistent 90fps handheld.”
- “The game runs smoothly, no glitches apparent.”
- “Despite that it's a great looking game and runs well (it also has a mobile release, go figure) along with fluid gameplay and multiple characters with their own gimmicks.”
- “There are constant freezes and lags practically out of nowhere.”
- “Game has nothing to do with the BlazBlue series; it feels incredibly cheap and repetitive, out of balance and buggy. I've had twice that my Evo type after killing Susanoo didn't show up in the list for Mind Challenge. The online mode is unplayable due to massive lags even though my connection has no issues, and this just makes the game 10x more boring.”
- “Only issue I had was it would suffer from little freezes while playing, but I fiddled with the settings to reduce this.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and captivating environment, enhanced by above-average Japanese voice acting and a vibrant cyberpunk aesthetic. However, some critiques highlight that the level design lacks distinctiveness, detracting from the overall vibe. Despite this, the combination of engaging soundtracks and visual elements creates a compelling experience that resonates well with players.
- “It's also got an impeccable atmosphere and vibe, way above average voice acting for an indie game (at least in Japanese), and overall is worth every bit of the full price; discounted is practically criminal theft.”
- “The world they've created is a breathtaking canvas of colors and atmospheres that never cease to amaze.”
- “Gameplay, atmosphere, character, and everything else in the game is perfect.”
- “Level design is utterly forgettable, there's zero distinct vibe or atmosphere.”
- “Gameplay, atmosphere, character and everything else in the game is perfect.”
- “We play as a participant of the government project named 'ace', which uses virtual reality simulations to enhance abilities of the human neurophysiology in order to make it resistant to the particles polluting the atmosphere.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features an engaging story with emotional character arcs that resonate deeply with players, enhancing the overall experience. The introduction of the "entropy effects" adds a unique twist to gameplay, while the ability to replay for different endings fosters a sense of investment and emotional connection. Overall, players find the narrative well-crafted and impactful, contributing to a wholesome gaming experience.
- “The engaging story, packed with emotional character arcs, and the new 'entropy effects' that change the dynamics of battle, add a fresh twist.”
- “As a new fan of the BlazBlue series and story, I was at first disappointed by the fact that the BlazBlue characters are simply your 'simulation avatars', but over the course of playing this game, I not only fell in love with the amazing mechanics and the entropy system, which allows you to pick your difficulty as you choose while giving you rewards in return for higher difficulties, but the story, while simple, felt well thought out and carried quite the emotional weight. I enjoyed it thoroughly and was invested enough to replay to find the different endings based on my choices.”
- “Extremely wholesome.”

83%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews

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14h Median play time

56h Average play time

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*Based on 26 analyzed playthroughs

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