BULLET SOUL INFINITE BURST

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BULLET SOUL INFINITE BURST is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game with anime and science fiction themes. It was developed by MAGES. Inc. and was released on July 31, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Bullet Soul is back with a new recipe: Burst! The same aggressive, bullet-cancelling gameplay, flashy pyrotechnics and addictive action, but now with refined level design, more modes and more destruction! Shooting fans of all abilities, it's time to welcome back the true spirit of Japanese shooting games! Gameplay Infinite Burst takes the basics of Bullet Soul and adds two major enhancements: fir…

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gameplay4 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

Engaging and energetic vertical shoot 'em up gameplay that balances offense and survival with responsive controls and multiple modes, appealing to both newcomers and skillful players.
Unique bullet cancelling mechanic where destroying enemies clears their bullets, creating an active and aggressive scoring system rewarding close-range combat and chaining.
Strong presentation with bright, clear visuals that maintain readability even during intense action, accompanied by an energetic, well-received soundtrack and organized online leaderboards.

The bullet cancelling system and fast-paced gameplay can reduce challenge and depth, leading to a lack of tension and dullness, especially for veterans expecting more traditional bullet hell difficulty.
Limited content with few stages and repetitive level design; additional modes and unlockables add little meaningful variety, and the game suffers from occasional overcrowded screens and poor enemy placement.
Technical issues and quality-of-life shortcomings including low resolution without PC options, absence of key rebinding, random crashes for some players, odd UI decisions, and intrusive or repetitive voice lines in burst mode.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
78%
9%
The gameplay centers on navigating dense enemy and projectile waves with responsive controls and accessible mechanics, rewarding aggressive, point-blank attacks through a unique bullet-canceling feature upon enemy kills. While this mechanic adds strategic depth and scoring potential, many feel it leads to repetitive, overly spammy encounters that detract from overall enjoyment. The game offers varied modes and ship styles, but some view the core mechanics as familiar, with changes from the original version having limited positive impact.
- “At its core, the gameplay is built around navigating dense waves of enemies and projectiles while maintaining a balance between offense and survival.”
- “The controls are responsive, and the mechanics are easy to understand, making it approachable for newcomers while still leaving room for skill development.”
- “It delivers fast, engaging gameplay that is easy to pick up but offers enough depth to keep players coming back.”
- “I did not expect them to go out of their way and remake the game from scratch, but also did not expect to see them changing the gameplay in a way that hurts the overall experience even more, with the additional content being something that doesn't warrant a new release and could have been added as DLC.”
- “What you get in Bullet Soul: Infinite Burst's normal modes is almost everything that was already in Bullet Soul, with gameplay's shortcomings and clarity & difficulty issues staying intact.”
- “I'm saddened to say that the developers' solution for the original game's easy and dull gameplay is enemy and bullet spam.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The music is generally praised for its energetic, fast-paced, and fitting soundtrack that enhances the arcade atmosphere, with some noting standout guitar-based tracks and pleasant bonus jingles. However, opinions vary, with some finding the music bland or repetitive over time, and a few criticizing the low quality of certain tracks like the ending theme. The inclusion of alternate or arranged versions offers variety but doesn't necessarily improve on the original soundtrack.
- “The soundtrack reinforces the experience with energetic tracks that maintain a consistent sense of momentum, helping to sustain the arcade-like atmosphere.”
- “Amazing soundtrack, casino quality score bonus feedback and an overall great aesthetic.”
- “It has a fast-paced guitar-based soundtrack that fits the action, with tons of score bonuses all over the place waiting to be obtained with pleasant jingles every time you get one.”
- “- Music is of very low quality for the ending; it sounds like a mic was put up to a speaker to record the song.”
- “Like a bad attempt at pirating a song off the radio to put into your game.”
- “This version has an 'arranged' soundtrack option for its generally bland, busy, frenetic, and forgettable heroic music.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally clear and effective, with a fantastic art style that complements the gameplay despite not being highly advanced. Some users find the visuals a bit busy, but overall the aesthetic is praised alongside an excellent soundtrack. Minor improvements in resolution and menu clarity are noted in newer versions.
- “While the graphics are not particularly advanced, they are clear enough to keep the gameplay readable, which is essential for a shooter of this type.”
- “Fantastic art style, graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Quality controls and visuals, a touch more forgiving than similar type offerings from Cave.”
- “Visuals are too busy, making it hard to focus during gameplay.”
- “While the graphics are not particularly advanced, they lack detail and polish expected from modern shooters.”
- “Menus are slightly easier to understand, but the graphics improvements are minimal and hardly noticeable.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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Users find the story to be nonexistent or lacking depth, with gameplay overshadowing any narrative elements.
- “But the story is nonexistent anyway.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is energized by a dynamic soundtrack that maintains momentum, effectively enhancing the game's arcade-like feel.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization falls short of expectations, delivering performance that is underwhelming compared to what users had anticipated.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers multiple modes that provide substantial replay value, keeping players engaged through varied experiences.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by playful and quirky phrases like "come get some desu" and "you suck desu," which players find amusing and add a lighthearted tone to the experience.

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