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Blink: Rogues

Blink: Rogues is a top-down shooter that tries – and generally succeeds – at doing something unique with the genre. The blinking feature is challenging and can be irritating in the beginning, but becomes fun when you begin to learn the flow and multiplayer could be enjoyable for only a couple of hours as well. But if you’re here for a great story and long hours of gameplay, I’d blink in the other direction.
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68%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
graphics, music
87% User Score Based on 31 reviews
Critic Score 64%Based on 2 reviews

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Blink: Rogues is a single player and multiplayer arcade shooter game. It was developed by FoxDiveStudio and was released on December 16, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Blink: Rogues" is a fast-paced top-down shooter with tactical combat, offering a tournament mode for up to 8 players, a story mode with hand-crafted enemy waves and leaderboards, and a survival mode to test your skills. Cooperative gameplay is also available for you and a friend to take on increasingly difficult challenges. Fight using rockets, shotguns, or railguns, and chase the perfect score.

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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews
gameplay11 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique 'blink' mechanic that adds strategic depth to the gameplay, allowing players to teleport between lanes and dodge enemy attacks.
  • Multiplayer mode enhances the experience, providing chaotic fun and competitive excitement as players can steal power-ups from each other.
  • The variety of builds, weapons, and abilities ensures that each playthrough feels unique, catering to players who enjoy dynamic and challenging gameplay.
  • The game suffers from a lack of polish, with some players describing it as feeling unfinished and rushed, particularly in terms of graphics and sound design.
  • The campaign can feel repetitive and lacks a compelling narrative, with some players finding the boss fights underwhelming and easy compared to the rest of the gameplay.
  • There are complaints about the high learning curve and chaotic gameplay, which can be frustrating for solo players, especially when trying to manage enemies on both sides of the screen.
  • gameplay
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Blink: Rogues" features a unique "blink" mechanic that allows players to teleport between lanes, adding strategic depth to the otherwise straightforward shoot 'em up experience. While the core gameplay loop is engaging and fun, some players find it repetitive, especially when needing to replay levels for better ratings. Overall, the game is enjoyable for casual play and multiplayer sessions, though it could benefit from more varied mechanics and polish.

    • “While it might not be a flawless gem, it offers a unique blend of mechanics and a surprising amount of depth for a seemingly simple arcade game.”
    • “The core gameplay loop, with its emphasis on the 'blink' mechanic and fast-paced action, is undeniably fun.”
    • “Blinking plays a huge role in the gameplay, and because of it, what would otherwise be a typical shmup became so much more interesting.”
    • “I think I don't have to tell you how boring and repetitive this game will feel because of this gameplay design decision; especially if you fail to get the required number of stars to unlock the next level and have to repeat a stage again to improve your rating.”
    • “Unfortunately, despite the interesting concept, I did encounter some issues in the gameplay.”
    • “Dumb music and boring gameplay not expected from the gameplay video.”
  • story
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Blink: Rogues" is generally considered weak and lacking depth, with many players describing it as a barebones narrative that serves primarily as a tutorial for the gameplay. While there are some engaging elements, such as collectibles that provide story snippets, the overall experience is underwhelming and may leave players wanting more in terms of motivation and substance. The game is more focused on fun gameplay mechanics than delivering a compelling narrative.

    • “Current enemy types, current weapons, and the story are solid, well drawn, well animated, and the most important thing: the game is enjoyable and fun.”
    • “Blink: Rogues is a fun little game with a proper storyline, although a bit cheesy, and nice animations and graphics to go with it.”
    • “There are also some interesting maps in the story mode that I can't wait to try after I finish this review.”
    • “The campaign is just a tutorial without any story or motivation for the player to complete the missions.”
    • “While Blink: Rogues offers a narrative backdrop, the story itself is fairly barebones.”
    • “Personally, I find the storyline and also the boss fights rather underwhelming.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in "Blink: Rogues" feature a charming pixel art style that is colorful and engaging, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the game. While the visuals are generally appealing, they suffer from occasional glitches and a lack of polish, which can interrupt gameplay. Overall, the simplified graphics facilitate focus during combat, complemented by smooth controls and enjoyable animations.

    • “The pixel art style in Blink: Rogues is charming and colorful, with vibrant explosions and distinct character designs.”
    • “Clean graphics, smooth controls, and a high skill level cap make this game very enjoyable in a very short time.”
    • “Blink: Rogues is a fun little game with a proper storyline, although a bit cheesy, and nice animations and graphics to go with it.”
    • “The visuals lack some polish, and occasional graphical glitches can disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
    • “The pixelated aesthetics can be charming, but the graphical glitches detract from the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics are simplified, but they can feel lacking in detail and polish.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it monotonous and annoying, while others appreciate its fit with the game's visuals. Although the main menu tracks are praised, the in-game soundtrack is criticized for being repetitive and lacking variety, leading to a somewhat disjointed listening experience. Overall, while the sound design is deemed acceptable, it fails to leave a lasting impression.

    • “The colors chosen and the music just fit perfectly; the look of the flying ships is simple and quite intricate at the same time.”
    • “Also, cool music and graphics.”
    • “The two songs that play in the main menu are really good, though!”
    • “The music is monotonous at best, and utterly annoying at worst.”
    • “The music is monotonous at its best, and besides the blink mechanic, the rest of your actions don't have sounds.”
    • “Lastly, the music is a bit all over the place in terms of style, which is unfortunate.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is marred by occasional performance issues, which can detract from the overall experience. While it effectively evaluates player performance with a star rating system, the lack of a substantial story and a short campaign may leave some players feeling unsatisfied.

    • “The game evaluates your performance and awards you 1-3 stars at the end of each level, depending on the number of enemies you've defeated.”
    • “I love how the optimization system encourages you to improve your skills and strategies to achieve higher ratings.”
    • “The star rating system adds a layer of challenge, motivating players to optimize their gameplay for better results.”
    • “However, the lack of a substantial story, occasional performance issues, and a short campaign might leave some players wanting more.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability, particularly when played in split-screen mode with a friend, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game has plenty of replayability, especially if you plan on playing with a friend in split-screen mode.”
    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making you want to dive back in for more.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs to explore different paths.”
    • “The game has plenty of replayability if you plan on playing with a friend in split-screen mode.”
    • “After completing the main story, I found little incentive to replay the game, as the side quests felt repetitive.”
    • “While the game offers some replay value, the lack of diverse endings makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marred by occasional graphical glitches that can interrupt gameplay, indicating a need for more polish in its visuals. Overall, while the pixelated aesthetic is appealing, the technical issues detract from the overall experience.

    • “However, the visuals lack some polish, and occasional graphical glitches can disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
    • “Aesthetics: a pixelated party (with some glitches).”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the pixel art style in "Blink: Rogues" is praised for its charm and vibrancy, the reviews do not provide specific insights into character development, focusing instead on the visual aesthetics and design of the characters.

  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The voxel-like backdrop effectively enhances the game's atmosphere, striking a balance between immersion and minimal distraction for players.

    • “The voxel-like backdrop provides a great atmosphere without being too distracting.”
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Blink: Rogues is a arcade shooter game.

Blink: Rogues is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Windows and Xbox.

Blink: Rogues was released on December 16, 2019.

Blink: Rogues was developed by FoxDiveStudio.

Blink: Rogues has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Blink: Rogues is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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