Breakers Collection (Demo)
- January 11, 2023
- QUByte Interactive
Breakers Collection may not have a ton of content, but it is as comprehensive as you could wish, and is incredibly fun to play.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Breakers Collection" is a compilation of two classic Neo Geo fighting games, "Breakers" and "Breakers Revenge," known for their fast-paced combat and diverse roster of characters. This collection brings the arcade experience to PC, featuring updated graphics, online multiplayer, and training modes. Players can relive the nostalgia of these 2D fighting gems or discover them for the first time.
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Reviews
- Breakers Collection is a well-polished port of classic Neo Geo fighting games, featuring modern quality of life improvements like rollback netcode and crossplay.
- The gameplay is fun and accessible, making it a great choice for both new and experienced players, with a solid roster of characters and enjoyable combat mechanics.
- The collection includes both Breakers and Breakers Revenge, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre while also introducing new features like training modes and online play.
- The online player base is very small, making it difficult to find matches, and the game lacks a tutorial to help new players understand its mechanics.
- There are some technical issues, including audio bugs and a frustrating AI difficulty that can make the game feel unbalanced.
- The training mode is unfinished, lacking essential features like button shortcuts for recording, which can hinder players trying to learn the game.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness and quality of life features, making it an enjoyable experience reminiscent of classic Neo-Geo arcade games. However, some users express frustration over the lack of a tutorial to explain game mechanics, leading to a negative impression for those unfamiliar with the genre.
“The gameplay is good, and it has quality of life features.”
“A Neo-Geo arcade classic, the gameplay is buttery smooth and it's a great pickup and play experience.”
“There is no tutorial on how the game mechanics work; I wasted my cash on this one. I only have faith in Capcom fighting games.”
“There is no tutorial on how the game mechanics work; I wasted my cash on this one. I only have faith in Capcom fighting games.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received criticism for its lack of variety, with players expressing a desire for additional content such as the Neo Geo CD soundtrack. Additionally, the menu music has been described as poor, and there are concerns about the overall quality of the audio experience in training mode.
“The menu music is terrible, and training mode is unfinished.”
“It would be nice to include more content like the Neo Geo CD soundtrack and the Neo CD extra mode.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its entertaining characters and their wild, impressive moves, which contribute to a fun and engaging experience. Players also find amusing contrasts in gameplay difficulty, noting unexpected challenges between easy and hard modes.
“The Breakers Collection is a pair of highly entertaining fighters with a roster of varied characters with wild, funny, and impressive moves.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development is noted for being snappier and more immediate compared to the Street Fighter Alpha series, featuring a strong variety of character kits. However, it falls short in terms of character design flair, which some players find lacking.
“The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“While there is a good variety of character kits, the overall design feels uninspired and fails to stand out.”
“The characters lack meaningful growth throughout the game, leaving them feeling one-dimensional.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is currently under review, with ongoing performance analysis being conducted to address potential issues.
Critic Reviews
Breakers Collection review
Breakers Collection may not have a ton of content, but it is as comprehensive as you could wish, and is incredibly fun to play.
80%Breakers Collection Review - Give it a Break!
Breakers may not be the most original fighting game franchise around, but it is an extremely solid one that offers some fun spins on its inspirations. If you’re willing to give it a break, the Breakers Collection is well worth playing.
80%Breakers Collection Review
Breakers Collection is a colourful pixelated 2D fighter that has only four attack buttons to use so it's good for players looking for a brawler that is more simple than other fighting games out there. The second game offers online crossplay for people looking to take on other players around the world, though sometimes it’s hard to find matches to play in.
80%
