Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Arcade, Fighting
- Platforms: Arcade, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4
- Developers: Examu
- Publishers: Nitroplus, XSEED Games
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel: A Female-Centric Fighting Extravaganza
Introduction
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel is a 2D fighting game developed by Examu and French Bread and published by Marvelous in Japan and Aksys Games in North America and Europe. It was released in arcades in Japan in January 2015 and for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation Vita in May 2015. The game is a crossover fighting game featuring female characters from various visual novels and games released by Nitroplus, as well as those from manga and anime series that Nitroplus writers have been involved with.
Gameplay
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel is a traditional 2D fighting game with a five-button layout: light attack, medium attack, heavy attack, escape action, and heavy action. The game’s unique mechanics include Infinite Blasts, Variable Rushes, and Lethal Blazes.
- Infinite Blasts: Infinite Blasts can be used to interrupt an opponent’s attack. They are performed by pressing the light attack and heavy attack buttons simultaneously.
- Variable Rushes: Variable Rushes allow players to perform surprise combos. They are performed by pressing the medium attack and heavy attack buttons simultaneously.
- Lethal Blazes: Lethal Blazes are the game’s super combo attacks. They are performed by pressing the light attack, medium attack, and heavy attack buttons simultaneously.
In addition to these basic mechanics, players can also choose two support characters to assist them in battle. Support characters can be summoned to perform a variety of tasks, such as attacking the opponent, defending the player, or healing the player.
Characters
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel features a diverse cast of 12 playable characters, each with their own unique fighting style and special moves. The characters are:
- Saya: From the Saya no Uta visual novel and anime series.
- Elza: From the Demonbane visual novel and anime series.
- Ruili: From the Kikokugai: The Cyber Slayer visual novel and anime series.
- Sonico: From the SoniComi visual novel and anime series.
- Muramasa: From the Muramasa: The Demon Blade action game.
- Homura: From the Puella Magi Madoka Magica anime series.
- Saber: From the Fate/stay night visual novel and anime series.
- Arcueid: From the Tsukihime visual novel and anime series.
- Ciel: From the Melty Blood fighting game series.
- Aoko: From the Mahou Tsukai no Yoru visual novel and anime series.
- Mech-Hisui: From the ToHeart2 visual novel and anime series.
- Linne: An original character created for Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel.
Story
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel has a story mode that follows the events of the game’s arcade mode. In story mode, the player takes control of one of the game’s characters and fights their way through a series of battles against other characters. The story mode also features cutscenes that advance the game’s plot.
Reception
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fast-paced combat, diverse cast of characters, and beautiful visuals. However, some critics found the game’s story mode to be lacking and the online multiplayer mode to be somewhat unstable.
Conclusion
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel is a solid fighting game that is sure to please fans of the genre. The game’s fast-paced combat, diverse cast of characters, and beautiful visuals make it a worthwhile purchase for any fighting game enthusiast.
Review Score
8.5/10
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