Blade Strangers, the much-anticipated old-school fighting title, is making its debut on the Nintendo Switch, as confirmed by publisher Nicalis.
Developed by veteran Japanese studio Studio Saizensen, Blade Strangers draws on the tradition of classic 2D fighting games while incorporating a modern, crossover twist that is set to appeal to both genre purists and newcomers alike. The game’s narrative revolves around Lina, a formidable entity intent on absorbing the data of an interdimensional network overseen by sentient computers known as motes.
In a last-ditch effort to protect their existence, these motes summon heroes from a diverse collection of parallel game universes.
Competitors are pitted against each other in intense one-on-one battles, with the hope that one champion will emerge as the titular Blade Stranger, possessing the ability to defeat Lina and safeguard the motes from destruction. Blade Strangers is designed to accommodate a wide spectrum of fighting game fans.
Its streamlined four-button control setup offers an approachable entry point for newcomers, eliminating some of the traditional barriers to entry found in more complex fighters.
At the same time, veteran players will find plenty to master, including technical aspects such as frame counting, combo construction, counters, chain attacks, and intricate hitbox interactions.
This dual-layered approach ensures that both casual and competitive players can find their preferred level of challenge. One of Blade Strangers’ main attractions is its compelling roster of fighters, which includes characters from across Studio Saizensen’s renowned IPs such as Code of Princess and Sayonara Umihara Kawase.
Additionally, beloved characters from Nicalis hits like Cave Story+ are set to make appearances, making the title a true celebration of indie game heroes and crossover collaboration. In an official statement, Nicalis highlighted the team’s commitment to making Blade Strangers easy to pick up but difficult to master, emphasizing that competitive depth was a core design objective from the project’s inception. Blade Strangers is scheduled to launch in Q1 2018 and will be available for download on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.
This release underlines Nicalis and Studio Saizensen’s dedication to revitalizing the traditional fighting game format while offering a fresh, accessible experience for Switch players.
Interested fans are encouraged to watch for its arrival and join the competition to determine who will become the next Blade Stranger.
Developed by veteran Japanese studio Studio Saizensen, Blade Strangers draws on the tradition of classic 2D fighting games while incorporating a modern, crossover twist that is set to appeal to both genre purists and newcomers alike. The game’s narrative revolves around Lina, a formidable entity intent on absorbing the data of an interdimensional network overseen by sentient computers known as motes.
In a last-ditch effort to protect their existence, these motes summon heroes from a diverse collection of parallel game universes.
Competitors are pitted against each other in intense one-on-one battles, with the hope that one champion will emerge as the titular Blade Stranger, possessing the ability to defeat Lina and safeguard the motes from destruction. Blade Strangers is designed to accommodate a wide spectrum of fighting game fans.
Its streamlined four-button control setup offers an approachable entry point for newcomers, eliminating some of the traditional barriers to entry found in more complex fighters.
At the same time, veteran players will find plenty to master, including technical aspects such as frame counting, combo construction, counters, chain attacks, and intricate hitbox interactions.
This dual-layered approach ensures that both casual and competitive players can find their preferred level of challenge. One of Blade Strangers’ main attractions is its compelling roster of fighters, which includes characters from across Studio Saizensen’s renowned IPs such as Code of Princess and Sayonara Umihara Kawase.
Additionally, beloved characters from Nicalis hits like Cave Story+ are set to make appearances, making the title a true celebration of indie game heroes and crossover collaboration. In an official statement, Nicalis highlighted the team’s commitment to making Blade Strangers easy to pick up but difficult to master, emphasizing that competitive depth was a core design objective from the project’s inception. Blade Strangers is scheduled to launch in Q1 2018 and will be available for download on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.
This release underlines Nicalis and Studio Saizensen’s dedication to revitalizing the traditional fighting game format while offering a fresh, accessible experience for Switch players.
Interested fans are encouraged to watch for its arrival and join the competition to determine who will become the next Blade Stranger.
