Blazing Strike

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"Blazing Strike" is a 2D fighting game set in a post-apocalyptic world, where a resistance group fights against a corrupt government. The game features 14 unique playable characters and a rush system for a modern twist on classic gameplay. Play in Versus Mode against friends, family, or CPU, or dive into Story Mode to follow Jake and his friends' journey. Rollback netcode allows for zero network delay in online matches.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

37%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

The game has a fun old school feel with interesting characters and a captivating story.
The gameplay mechanics, particularly the dash system and combo system, are engaging and easy to pick up, yet challenging to master.
The character designs and animations are visually appealing, showcasing a lot of dedication from the developers.

The game feels unfinished, with a lack of basic features such as a proper training mode, positional resets, and a robust online multiplayer experience.
Many players find the price point too high for the current state of the game, which is riddled with bugs and lacks quality of life improvements.
The overall gameplay experience is marred by janky mechanics and poor netcode, leading to frustrating online play and menu navigation.

gameplay
14 mentions
43 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is visually appealing and features a unique dash and rush mechanic that many players find enjoyable, particularly for those in the fighting game community. However, the game suffers from a lack of polish, including a poor training mode, janky animations, and netcode issues, leading to a perception of it being unfinished despite its potential. Overall, while the core gameplay mechanics are promising, they are overshadowed by significant technical shortcomings and a lack of depth in certain areas.
- “Great gameplay, the dash system is really cool!”
- “Also the rush/dash mechanic is super fun to play around!”
- “It is the defining mechanic of the game.”
- “Terrible training mode, backwards design in gameplay, janky animations with lack of in-between frames, lackluster netcode with plenty of desync problems with a friend 50 miles away from me, and the insane price point for an unfinished game.”
- “At launch, this game just feels unfinished in every aspect but the gameplay.”
- “I wish I could comment more on the gameplay, but I just straight up could not play the game.”
story
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The story is generally regarded as interesting and engaging, with players appreciating the artwork and overall narrative experience. However, some users noted frustrations, such as the inability to save progress during story mode and the annoyance of repetitive sound effects.
- “The artwork is a vibe and the story mode is great (shame you can't save during the story mode)!”
- “Interesting story.”
- “The beeping noise during story mode gets a bit annoying.”
graphics
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their nostalgic late 90's art style, contributing to an engaging atmosphere, though the overall experience is marred by glitchy menus and limited graphics options. While the visuals stand out, they are the primary highlight amidst other shortcomings.
- “I love the late 90's art style and the feel of the game.”
- “The artwork is a vibe and the story mode is great!”
- “Glitchy menus and no graphics options besides filters are just the icing on the cake.”
- “But really, this game just has its visuals going for it.”
character development
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's character development for its stunning animation and well-crafted character designs, highlighting the gorgeous portraits and appealing spritework that enhance the overall visual experience.
- “Great animation and character designs.”
- “Character design is so on point.”
- “Gorgeous character portraits, great sprite work, and overall really appealing character designs.”
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that it complements the visually appealing stages, although it may not stand out as exceptional.
- “The stages look amazing, and the music adds a great atmosphere to the game.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly engaging and enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the stages are visually appealing, the soundtrack is forgettable and uninspired.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, which detracts from the overall experience.”