BlazBlue: Central Fiction

BlazBlue: Central Fiction, then, is a 2D fighting game from Arc System Works - the people behind some of our favourite flashy and crunchy fighters in existence. Chrono Phantasma is the fourth and final game in Cube's BlazBlue series, resolving an epic storyline that began with BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger.

Gameplay and Mechanics

BlazBlue: Central Fiction brings a large fighting game experience to you along with numerous new mechanics.

Exceed Accel: It is a special Distortion Drive which has great power behind it and drains the Overdrive bar.

Focus Flow: Promotes offence by granting additional damage and assisting in filling Burst bar more quickly when you play aggressively.

Enhancement: Overdrive- Grants extra damage and buffs when the drive is in effect.

With over 33 characters to choose from, the game offers you diverse ways of playing as each character has a special moveset and abilities. Finally, the battle system is both deep and gratifying for newcomers or vets of this series.

Game Modes

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Arcade Mode: The standard fighting game mode that has players fighting their way to the end.

Multiplayer: Local and Online with up to 32 participants online via PS Plus

Speed Star Mode: There are a fixed number of AI match opponents and only 1 character will win within the limited time, Speed Kings!

Alliance Mode: Players form teams of four characters to fight against other players' teams, with the option for defeated opponents to be recruited by the winning team.

Visuals and Sound

Visuals - 9/10 BlazBlue: Central Fiction carries over the anime-inspired aesthetic of the series, and as with its predecessors is a top-quality effort. The character animations are sharp and vibrant with fluid ranges of motion, and the backgrounds feature a nice sense of depth within all environments. The energetic, thematic tracks on the game's soundtrack adds to the overall experience and immerses players in an epic battle environment.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

Heavy-combat: combat that is several layers deep and provides a rewarding fighting experience with diverse mechanics.

Wide Roster: A variety of characters to play as, with many different styles.

Audio / Visual Excellence: Visually stunning artwork and an epic sound score.

Cons:

Learning Curve: The combat system is a little bit intricate for newbies to find out.

Story Length: The story could feel a bit too long/dense for those not engaged with it.

Conclusion

BlazBlue: Central Fiction is one of the best 2D fighting titles available for anime lovers and you should try it out if you are a fan of complex combat mechanics, huge roster chosen from characters with their very unique narratives wrapped in breath-taking visuals. It is a nice finale to the BlazBlue series and provides a rewarding experience for those returning as well as newcomers wanting to get involved in its rich fighting games anatomy.

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