Strikers Edge

Striker’s Edge harks back to the time of 90s arcade sports titles, and it’s just as fun but short lived as they were.

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Strikers Edge is a competitive, online multiplayer game that combines elements of archery and dodgeball. Players choose from different characters, each with unique abilities, and battle in fast-paced matches set in ancient arenas. The goal is to eliminate opponents by hitting them with arrows or using special abilities, while avoiding incoming attacks and managing limited stamina.

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Reviews

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game features a well-crafted art style and enjoyable mechanics, making it visually appealing and fun to play, especially in local multiplayer.
It offers a unique concept that combines elements of dodgeball and fighting games, providing a competitive experience that can be engaging with friends.
The character variety and their unique abilities add depth to the gameplay, allowing for different strategies and playstyles.

The online multiplayer is essentially non-functional, leading to a lack of players and making it difficult to find matches, which diminishes the game's value.
The movement mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, often compared to sliding on ice, which negatively impacts the overall gameplay experience.
The single-player campaign is short and lacks depth, with generic lore and minimal content, leaving players wanting more.

gameplay
36 mentions
31 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its fun mechanics and potential for mastery, while others criticize its simplicity and lack of depth, leading to a repetitive experience. Many noted issues with movement mechanics and bugs that can affect gameplay, but the core design is generally considered satisfying. Overall, the game offers a blend of easy-to-learn mechanics and competitive elements, though it may feel limited in content and variety.
- “It has a very well-crafted art style, fun mechanics, and acceptable gameplay.”
- “The mechanics are simultaneously easy to learn while complex to master.”
- “Addicting gameplay and gorgeous pixel art graphics.”
- “There is really not much mechanic-wise to master, so it feels like you know how the game will feel for the next 10 hours after 10 minutes of playing.”
- “The gameplay suffers from small bugs and glitches that can sometimes decide the outcome of the match.”
- “The concept feels solid, but the gameplay and controls with a gamepad feel awful.”
graphics
13 mentions
46 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their well-crafted pixel art style, featuring breathtaking visuals and unique designs for different stages. While the gameplay may feel repetitive, the overall aesthetic is considered fresh and appealing, contributing to an enjoyable experience. Users appreciate the solid character design and the easy-to-learn mechanics that complement the graphics.
- “Very well done graphics and mechanics that are also easy to learn.”
- “Breathtaking visuals”
- “Addicting gameplay and gorgeous pixel art graphics.”
- “No voice acting or artwork for the campaign - just walls of text.”
- “The different stages are all pretty much the same in terms of gameplay, but they have unique visuals for each.”
- “The graphical style is pixel art.”
story
12 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as mediocre, serving primarily as a backdrop for character battles rather than a compelling narrative. While each character has a mini-campaign that provides some backstory and motivation, the overall plot is seen as contrived, with dialogue that detracts from the experience. Despite these criticisms, the visual presentation and character-specific campaigns offer some engaging elements for players.
- “On the positive side, the game looks fantastic and the campaign mode offers an interesting plot for each of the fighters.”
- “Each campaign provides the backstory of each character and their motivations for fighting.”
- “The story of each mini-campaign is great and provides motivation as to why each fighter decides to go on their homicidal journey.”
- “The 'campaign' barely had a story.”
- “The dialogue in the story sort of reminded me of a dubbed anime.”
- “If you’re going to include bad dialogue and a bad story, I’m going to comment on it.”
music
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, providing an exciting backdrop for tense matches, though it lacks diversity. Overall, players find it enjoyable but not particularly varied.
- “The music is cool.”
- “The music is okay.”
- “The music didn't seem diverse but was a suitably exciting accompaniment to tense matches.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by minor bugs and glitches that can significantly impact gameplay and potentially influence match outcomes.
- “The gameplay suffers from small bugs and glitches that can sometimes decide the outcome of the match.”
- “Frequent crashes during gameplay make it frustrating to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several stability issues that disrupted my sessions and affected my overall enjoyment.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated by players, particularly those who enjoy classic arcade-style gameplay, though they suggest that adding more comedic elements, such as taunts, would enhance the experience. Overall, the game is seen as entertaining, but it could benefit from some bug fixes and additional humorous content.
- “A really entertaining game for those who enjoy classic 1v1 or 2v2 gameplay. Highly recommended for arcade lovers! It just needs some bug fixes and a few funny elements like taunts.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics, making even the most intense moments feel lighthearted and fun.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players overwhelmingly express that the game evokes strong emotions, with many stating they were moved to tears, indicating a profound emotional impact that resonates deeply with them.
- “10/10 would cry again”
- “The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
- “I felt a deep connection to the characters and their struggles.”