Blazing Strike

About

"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

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features a unique and fun Rush system that enhances gameplay mechanics.
Character designs and animations are visually appealing, capturing a nostalgic 90s fighting game aesthetic.
The developers are actively patching the game, addressing bugs and implementing quality of life improvements.

The game suffers from significant online play issues, including desync problems and a lack of private lobbies.
Training mode is poorly designed, lacking essential features like position resets and customizable settings during use.
At its current price point, many players feel the game is not worth the investment due to its unfinished state and missing basic fighting game features.

gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
60%
7%
The gameplay is characterized by a unique rush mechanic that is central to combat, offering a fun and engaging experience for some players, particularly those familiar with fighting games. However, the lack of tutorials, janky animations, and significant bugs in various modes detract from the overall experience, leading to a perception of the game as unfinished. While the game has charm and potential, its high price point and unresolved issues may make it less appealing compared to other titles in the genre.
- “The style is sick, the music is catchy, the mechanics and gameplay are fun, and the game is still being actively patched, so quality of life improvements are happening and bugs are getting squashed.”
- “Great gameplay; the dash system is really cool!”
- “Also, the rush/dash mechanic is super fun to play around!”
- “There's also no tutorial to teach you how the rush system works, as it's the most important mechanic to use if you want to deal a huge amount of damage.”
- “Terrible training mode, backwards design in gameplay, janky animations with a 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.”
- “I really wanted to like this game, but its main mechanic is incredibly overreaching in what it cuts you off from when you aren't using it, and all three of its story, arcade, and training modes have unacceptable issues.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The story is described as interesting and well-crafted, with appealing artwork enhancing the experience. However, players express frustration over technical issues, such as bugs and the inability to save progress in story mode, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite its potential, many reviewers suggest that the game's problems make it hard to recommend, especially given its price point.
- “The artwork is a vibe and the story mode is great (shame you can't save during the story mode)!”
- “Interesting story.”
- “During the story mode.”
- “I really wanted to like this game, but its main mechanic is incredibly overreaching in what it cuts you off from when you aren't using it, and all three of its story/arcade/training modes have unacceptable issues.”
- “The beeping noise during story mode gets a bit annoying.”
- “If you want to lessen about the story or play arcade mode, I still wouldn't recommend it as the bugs are in those modes as well and the game is asking for $40, which you're better off buying other gameplay that were also inspired by classic fighting games, such as Pocket Bravery.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game's graphics are heavily inspired by the late 90s aesthetic, featuring vibrant artwork and unique character designs that enhance the overall vibe. While the visuals are praised, some users noted issues with glitchy menus and a lack of graphics options, suggesting that the game's graphical appeal is its strongest aspect. Overall, the nostalgic art style and engaging music contribute positively to the experience, despite some technical shortcomings.
- “The artwork is a vibe and the story mode is great (shame you can't save during the story mode)!”
- “I love the late 90's art style and the feel of the game.”
- “Great music, artwork, unique characters (each with their own cool movesets), and optimization.”
- “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.”
- “This game has more of the aesthetic of the 90s fighter it's been marketed as.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and engaging style, contributing significantly to the overall charm alongside character design and gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the unique soundtracks that complement the vibrant artwork and character movesets, enhancing the gaming experience. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, adding to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “The game has charm with its characters, the stages, the music, and most importantly, the gameplay.”
- “Great music, artwork, unique characters (each with their own cool movesets), and optimization.”
- “The style is sick, the music is catchy, the mechanics and gameplay are fun, and the game is still being actively patched -- so quality of life improvements are happening, and bugs are getting squashed.”
- “The game needs a juggle system; simple combos are okay, but enemies just floating in the air leaves much to be desired. I want this game to do well and be complete because character design, music, and the announcer actually make this pretty good.”
- “The music didn't sound bad, but it didn't leave a lasting impression either.”
- “While the game has charm with its characters and stages, the music feels lackluster and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The reviews highlight exceptional character design and animations, praising the gorgeous character portraits and appealing sprite work. However, some users express a desire for more depth in gameplay mechanics, such as a juggle system, to enhance the overall experience.
- “Great character design and animations.”
- “Gorgeous character portraits, great sprite work, and overall really appealing character designs.”
- “Character design is so on point.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has significant stability issues, with frequent reports of freezing during matches, affecting one or both players, and sometimes occurring at critical moments like time limits.
- “The game is incredibly buggy.”
- “I experienced matches where the game freezes for one or both players, or it freezes during the time limit.”
- “The game is plagued with stability issues.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its strong optimization, which enhances the overall experience alongside its great music, artwork, and unique character movesets.
- “Great music, artwork, unique characters (each with their own cool movesets), and optimization.”