Blazing Core

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Blazing Core is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by OctoBox Interactive and was released on September 7, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Blazing Core is a team centric tactical shooter featuring mech knights. Adjust your mech according to your chosen playstyle, combine your abilities with those of your teammates, come up with and use various tactics to fight giant battle machines.

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

music3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game has great art direction, with detailed mechs and visually appealing maps.
It offers a unique gameplay experience without pay-to-win mechanics, allowing for various strategies and setups.
The player base is increasing, leading to quicker matchmaking and a growing community.

The game is currently in beta and suffers from performance issues, including slow movement and clunky controls.
There are significant balance issues, with AI being ineffective and gameplay feeling unbalanced and tedious.
The monetization system is criticized for being predatory, featuring lootboxes that limit customization options across different mechs.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable but suffers from performance issues and a slow pace, which can lead to fatigue during play. While it offers fun mechanics, players feel the need for a universal evade system to enhance mobility and improve the experience, especially in modes like capture the flag. For those seeking faster-paced action, alternatives like Quake or Overwatch are recommended.
- “Gameplay is great, and yes, it is a slow shooter.”
- “Gameplay is fun, but I think there should be a universal evade system because it's too easy to get pinned down and gunned to death, making a capture the flag mode really difficult to play.”
- “Game needs some optimization, both in terms of performance and gameplay.”
- “The game needs some optimization, both in terms of performance and gameplay.”
- “Until the pace of gameplay speeds up, it is really not enjoyable to play; it actually made me tired after a few minutes of testing it to see how it was.”
- “If you're looking for fast gameplay, go for Quake or Overwatch.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, complementing the visuals and enhancing the overall experience.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is beautifully composed, making every moment in the game feel more immersive.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, adding depth and emotion to each scene.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express concern that the game may become overly grindy, particularly in the paid version, as unlocking specific mechs relies heavily on keys, loot boxes, and earning credits. This could lead to a repetitive experience for those looking to progress.
- “There's a lot of potential for this game, but I can see the paid version being very grindy since you can only unlock specific mechs using keys, loot boxes, and earning credits.”
- “The grinding in this game feels excessive, making progress slow and tedious.”
- “I find the grind to be frustrating, as it often feels like I'm just repeating the same tasks over and over without any real reward.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy is criticized for being predatory, utilizing personalized mech unlocks to mask the gamble-inducing nature of lootboxes that are specific to individual mechs and cannot be shared, leading to frustration among players.
- “They use the facade of personalized mech unlocks to downplay the nature of their gamble-inducing, predatory monetization of mech-specific loot boxes that aren't shareable across other mechs.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more money for basic content that should be included in the game.”
- “It's frustrating to see such aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player experience, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is mixed; while some users report satisfactory performance on mid-range systems, others note that both performance and gameplay require further improvement.
- “Optimization is good; it's running well on my PC with an i7 2700 and GTX 750.”
- “The game needs some optimization, both in terms of performance and gameplay.”
- “Optimization is okay; it's running well on my PC with an i7 2700 and GTX 750.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the graphics of the game are visually impressive, showcasing detailed design aesthetics, particularly in the bot characters. The overall art style enhances the immersive experience, contributing positively to the game's appeal. However, some users feel that while the graphics are strong, they could benefit from further optimization for smoother performance.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Replayability is noted for its variety of setups, offering players different experiences; however, beginners may struggle to identify their preferred playstyle and effective tactics, which could limit their enjoyment in replaying the game.
- “Different setups are playable, though it can be hard for beginners to find their playstyle and suitable tactics.”