Blazend
- January 7, 2022
- Richter
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- Blazend captures the early 90s Toaplan feel, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of classic shooters.
- The game features impressive graphics and a harmonious soundtrack that enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- It offers a challenging yet rewarding gameplay experience that encourages players to learn levels and improve their skills over time.
- The game is extremely difficult, which can be frustrating for players, especially with limited continues and power-up loss upon death.
- Visibility issues with enemy bullets and tightly packed patterns can make it hard to navigate through levels.
- Players may find the lack of a reset button inconvenient, as it requires exiting to the menu to restart after dying.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their impressive art style and attention to detail, reflecting the developer's dedication to level design. While not considered flashy, the visuals are deemed acceptable and contribute positively to the overall experience.
“The overall art style and attention to detail that the developer pays is evident throughout the game!”
“The graphics are amazing, and it really feels like the developer put a lot of time and effort into level design.”
“The graphics are nothing dazzling but very much acceptable.”
“So yeah, I guess these kinds of games are 'my thing', more so than modern shooters with flashy graphics.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noteworthy, featuring a simple yet harmonious soundtrack and sound effects that enhance the overall experience.
“The music deserves a special mention.”
“The soundtrack and sound effects are simple but harmonious.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the inclusion of a ship speed control button that enhances maneuverability in challenging scenarios. Players have found the gameplay engaging, as evidenced by positive experiences shared in video playthroughs.
“Gameplay: innovative with a ship speed control button, allowing for better movement in tight situations.”
“I enjoyed what I saw in the gameplay video here, and Kanzaki Shintarou's 1CC hard mode playthrough displayed on YouTube, so I went for it!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally find the replayability of the game to be decent, suggesting that there are enough elements to encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The replayability is impressive, with multiple paths and choices that keep the experience fresh.”
“I love how each playthrough feels unique, thanks to the diverse character options and storylines.”
“The game offers a wealth of side quests and challenges that encourage you to come back for more.”
“Replayability: pretty decent”
