Lethal League Blaze

97%
Game Brain Score Based on 5,294 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Lethal League Blaze" is an high speed ball game where up to 4 players compete in local or online matches with the goal of defeating opponents with the ball. The game offers easy-to-learn but hard-to-master gameplay, allowing players to manipulate the ball and use character-specific special moves. As the game progresses, the ball's speed increases, adding to the intensity and challenge. The game also includes single-player modes for solo play.

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  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
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  • Play​station 4
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Linux
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  • Xbox
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Reviews

97%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,294 reviews
music382 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
  • music684 mentions

    The music in "Lethal League Blaze" has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its energetic and funky soundtrack, which features contributions from renowned composer Hideki Naganuma, known for his work on "Jet Set Radio." Players appreciate how the music enhances the fast-paced gameplay, creating an immersive and exhilarating experience that keeps them engaged. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, often described as a major reason to play the game, with many tracks being memorable and enjoyable on their own.

    • “The soundtrack is amazing, the characters are funky, and the game feel is just excellent.”
    • “The music added an extra layer of immersion, enhancing the overall experience and making every match feel like an epic showdown.”
    • “The soundtrack alone makes the purchase worthwhile.”
    • “Llb has a strange story, fanservice nobody asked for, and a worse soundtrack.”
    • “The only downside, in my opinion, is that the soundtrack in the original was better than in this one, but really that's just a matter of opinion.”
    • “The unlocks are not compelling and are sparse; the music selection screen has unlocks that work only in the menu (which is pointless) and the skins are mostly just recolors - and not even appealing ones either.”
  • gameplay671 mentions

    The gameplay of "Lethal League Blaze" is widely praised for its unique blend of fast-paced action and strategic depth, making it accessible for newcomers while offering a high skill ceiling for veterans. Players appreciate the simple mechanics, such as hitting, bunting, and grabbing the ball, which are enhanced by new features like character-specific abilities and a rock-paper-scissors dynamic that adds layers of strategy. The vibrant art style and energetic soundtrack further elevate the experience, making it a standout title in the fighting game genre.

    • “The gameplay is incredibly unique from other games I've played and is generally super fun for both casual and competitive play.”
    • “With its easy-to-grasp mechanics and depth that revealed itself with practice, Lethal League Blaze struck a perfect balance between accessibility and skill-based gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are stylish, and the music is diverse and catchy.”
    • “Gameplay is simple but there are some tricks to it that the game doesn't tell you or communicate well.”
    • “This game has a terrible tutorial, and almost none of the game's mechanics are explained.”
    • “Losing to somebody because they played better than you is fine, but losing repeatedly because you don't understand the game's mechanics and there's no way to learn them is just frustrating, and ruins what I'm sure would be an amazing game if I actually knew how it worked.”
  • graphics303 mentions

    The graphics of "Lethal League Blaze" have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant, cel-shaded art style reminiscent of "Jet Set Radio," which enhances the game's fast-paced gameplay. Players appreciate the smooth transition to 3D visuals, improved character designs, and dynamic animations that contribute to an engaging aesthetic experience. Overall, the combination of stylish graphics and a killer soundtrack creates a visually stunning and immersive environment that complements the gameplay.

    • “The art direction and graphics of Lethal League Blaze were a feast for the senses.”
    • “Beautiful cel-shaded graphics, fast and flowing gameplay, lovable characters.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous and the characters are so unique; it's a shame it's so underappreciated.”
    • “The graphics are fine, but the idle animations look so off with like 3 or 4 animation frames?”
    • “The visuals lack a punch.”
    • “It's a shame, too, because I love everything else about this game: the aesthetic, the music, the fast-paced gameplay, everything about this game makes me want to like it, but I just can't enjoy it unless these three issues are addressed.”
  • story295 mentions

    The story mode in "Lethal League Blaze" is generally viewed as a short but enjoyable addition, taking around 1-3 hours to complete. While it provides some character backstories and serves as a tutorial for gameplay mechanics, many players find the narrative to be simplistic and lacking depth. Overall, the story is seen as a supplementary feature rather than a primary draw, with most players emphasizing that the game's appeal lies in its multiplayer experience.

    • “The story mode is a good way to familiarize yourself with the cast, that is up until the second to last match and the final boss where you'll be subjected to a coin flip simulator, stacked heavily against you.”
    • “The story mode is short but fun, and the online is typically pretty good, although that can depend on your opponent's internet too.”
    • “The story mode added some much needed lore to these unique characters, but currency could be a little faster to obtain.”
    • “The story mode is rather short and disappointing.”
    • “The story is relatively simple, so it is definitely not the reason to buy this game.”
    • “The story mode is a bit of a joke.”
  • humor72 mentions

    The humor in this game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its chaotic gameplay and the absurdity of its mechanics as sources of laughter. Many reviews mention the joy of playing with friends, where moments of rage quitting and unexpected events lead to hilarious situations. Overall, the game is described as a "funny ball game" that delivers endless entertainment and laughter, making it a standout experience in multiplayer settings.

    • “It has had me crying laughing on several occasions just from the pure chaos its gameplay comes with.”
    • “I literally can't stop laughing each time I play this game.”
    • “The chaos is nuts, and it's hilarious.”
  • character development37 mentions

    Overall, the character development in the game is highly praised for its vibrant and creative designs, which contribute significantly to the immersive and stylish atmosphere. Players appreciate the unique abilities and quirky personalities of the characters, enhancing the gameplay experience. While some reviews mention a few generic designs, the majority highlight the strong visual appeal and the seamless integration of character design with the game's energetic soundtrack and mechanics.

    • “The vibrant colors, stylish character designs, and visually striking stages created an immersive environment that transported players to a futuristic world of high-energy competition.”
    • “The character designs and the music are amazing; you can even strike poses in the middle of the match. Lethal League is pure style and great fun, with lots of care put into this game.”
    • “Lethal League Blaze blows the original out of the water in terms of style consistency, character design, and mechanics.”
    • “The character designs here are a bit generic, and some of the music can be a little underwritten sounding, but it's far from being bad or anything.”
    • “Aiming a bunt in the air is still difficult, you can't use keyboard and controller simultaneously, and the story isn't great, particularly the game unnecessarily trying to explain Raptor's character design, but as a competitive game, none of us are really here for that.”
    • “Character design is really weird and generally feels like Jet Set Radio OCs fest.”
  • replayability25 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, particularly in multiplayer modes, with many players finding it endlessly engaging due to its unique characters, addictive gameplay, and charming visuals. While single-player modes offer some replay value, they can become monotonous without additional challenges or content. Players express a desire for more unlockable features to further enhance the replay experience.

    • “The replayability and relatively cheap price alone make this game worth it, but the amount of things to do in it only adds to the value.”
    • “This game is just so addicting, I could literally play for hours and the freeze frames after hitting the ball at high speeds just add to the anxiety created, making replayability high.”
    • “Addictive, replayable, great gameplay, awesome soundtrack, pleasant graphics for either solo or multiplayer.”
    • “But singleplayer gets boring fast because it's easy and you can't change it, no challenge no replay value.”
    • “There's simply not any replay value since the online is so terrible.”
    • “Sure, unlockable content in games can provide a neat way to increase overall replayability, but I wish you didn't have to grind to play other characters, or grind to listen to the game's soundtrack.”
  • grinding14 mentions

    The reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be a mixed experience; while some players find it manageable with only a few hours needed to unlock content, others describe it as tedious and time-consuming, requiring significant effort to earn in-game currency and unlockables. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a common feature, with varying levels of intensity depending on the player's approach and goals.

    • “That may be true, but I've finally reached the point where I'm not grinding ranked all the time anymore, and honestly I've come to terms with the fact that even if I am not as well-informed as others, my review is still valid and can serve to inform potential buyers, buyers like myself who play more casually, about what they might find.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “A bit grindy at times.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You need to unlock things and then buy them with points, super grindy.”
    • “Constant grinding for in-game currency for unlockable extras.”
  • monetization12 mentions

    The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its absence of microtransactions and loot boxes, allowing players to unlock content through gameplay rather than paywalls. However, the lack of marketing and a dwindling player base are significant concerns, as many players feel that increased advertising and a lower price could enhance the game's visibility and success. Overall, while the game offers a complete experience without monetization pitfalls, it struggles with community engagement and awareness.

    • “The vibe it has and the way it works where everything is unlockable in-game without microtransactions makes it feel complete.”
    • “No loot boxes, no microtransactions.”
    • “More importantly, this is a game that lets you actually unlock and earn things - not paywall you to death with microtransactions and DLC.”
    • “Pretty much a fast cash grab by the developers, and already dead playerbase due to zero marketing.”
    • “No monetization BS.”
    • “The playerbase is pretty much non-existent and it has potential; it just needs a little spike in players from an advertising campaign.”
  • optimization11 mentions

    The game's optimization is generally criticized, particularly on low-end PCs, where players experience significant performance issues and frame rate drops during graphically intensive stages. Online play suffers from frequent stuttering and lag, making it difficult to enjoy matches, while offline play is more stable but still requires adjustments to settings for optimal performance. Overall, while the developers show promise in addressing these issues, the current state of optimization leaves much to be desired.

    • “I have to go to low settings to get good performance on the more graphically intensive stages, but the game works perfectly after doing that with only a few hiccups to complain of.”
    • “I feel like it could use a little bit of optimization and just a tiny bit more work, but the devs seem very dedicated to this game and I'm sure they will address this in the future.”
    • “Yes, optimizations are hard.”
    • “But I don't recommend running this on low-spec PCs; the game is not 100% optimized, so some stages will have harsh effects on low-end computers, or a few FPS drops on decent setups.”
    • “The optimization is poor in some stages, so I've seen my FPS counter drop to half when some effects or camera changes apply.”
    • “About 30-40% of the matches I've played have been so laggy that I'm never really sure what's happening, because the game is stuttering so much and desyncs constantly.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance, particularly on the Steam Deck, others experience significant issues such as bugs, unresponsive controls, and lag, especially in online matches. Notably, there are complaints about freezing during key moments and infinite respawn glitches, which can severely impact gameplay. Overall, while some users enjoy a stable experience, many highlight frustrating technical problems that detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck.”
    • “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playthrough.”
    • “The performance is consistently stable, making for an enjoyable gaming experience.”
    • “Nice and simple concept and kinda addictive, but sadly it's buggy, unresponsive, the controls feel clunky. It's just a copy-paste downgraded version of Lethal League, so I recommend you just buy that one instead; it's cheaper and works better.”
    • “People lag really bad though... infinite respawn glitches.”
    • “If you play against someone that has bad internet, it is a living hell. The ball glitches everywhere and sometimes you hit it, but the ball rubberbands back to the other player; you just can't react to that.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    The emotional impact of the game is polarizing; while some players report severe negative effects such as mental breakdowns, PTSD, and social isolation, others find joy and camaraderie in its multiplayer experience, particularly when played casually. The contrasting experiences highlight the game's potential to evoke both intense emotional distress and fun, depending on the player's approach.

    • “This game ruined my life, caused me to have a mental breakdown, caused a psychotic break, made me schizophrenic, caused long-lasting mental trauma, PTSD, low self-esteem, and made me feel demoralized all the time, led to many of my friends cutting me off, and severe obesity.”
    • “Made me feel like a prison convict.”
    • “Do not let my words deter you, as if you play this game for fun without touching ranked, you will have an amazing time, especially combined with the fact that the game is an excellent 4-person party game.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by vibrant and colorful visuals, creative character designs, and an impressive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. It successfully balances a fun, casual environment for friends with competitive elements, all while embodying a punk, jet-set vibe that captivates players. Overall, the combination of engaging gameplay and a striking atmosphere leaves a lasting impression.

    • “Creative character designs, bright and colorful atmosphere, and a killer soundtrack.”
    • “The OST, gameplay, and atmosphere are absolutely astounding in their own way.”
    • “The game has a more punk jet set kind of atmosphere.”
    • “For a simple competitive sports game, I'm taken aback by the level of atmosphere here.”
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Play time

12hMedian play time
148hAverage play time
7-200hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 16 analyzed playthroughs

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