Blast Blade from Silent Bark games is a 3D platform fighter that puts you behind the wits and weapons of warriors and magic users. You and up to four contenders face off in one of many dynamic arenas, but unlike traditional fighting games, there are no hit point bars for you to chip away at. The only way to win is to build up your opponents’ damage percentage until they’re vulnerable enough to be blasted out of the ring and over the horizon by a powerful attack.
Blast Blade’s mechanics are simple and easy to grasp. There’s no need to memorize complex character moves that require on-the-dime execution. You can move freely on the land and in the air, which lets you dodge your foes’ hard-hitting attacks while taking advantage of openings to get your own hits. As you pummel your opponents, you build up an Ultimate gauge. Once it’s full, you can unleash a massive attack that sends them flying. One strategic hit is all it can take to turn the tables when you’re inches from defeat. Blast Blade will feel familiar for fans of 2D platform fighters, but its unique 3D mechanics add another layer to the experience.
The fantasy-themed roster of fighters livens up fights with close-range combat and long-range attacks. The long-eared thief Nino can run circles around opponents before going in for the kill by launching himself like a little missile wrapped in kinetic energy. Glaciel, a wise and mysterious mage, hurls shards of ice from a distance. Meanwhile, the bulked-up Maddox prefers to let his enemies come at him head on, letting him grab and grapple with foes before they can even try to topple him. Whichever style you favor, you’ll find a fighter that fits what you’re looking for.
And as you play, you learn more about these characters and what each of them are fighting for. The world is being torn apart by Azel, a twisted human who resents that his people don’t have the strength or longevity of the other two races, Elves and Sentients. He wants to tear everything down and build it back up in humanity’s favor using the powerful Origin Crystal. It’s up to you and Blast Blade’s colorful group of warriors to stand up to him.
Story Mode provides single-player gameplay, but there are also head-to-head options through online and local multiplayer. Online battles are for up to four people, and there are lots of options to tweak your local play however you want. Create 1v1 duels, 2v2 team battles, or four-player free-for-alls. If you feel like fighting alone, spar against AI opponents to sharpen your skills.
Interested in trying Blast Blade’s 3D twist on platform fighting games for yourself? You can try out the free demo this June to acquaint yourself with its world and characters before the official launch in March 2027. Also, don’t forget to follow Blast Blade’s official X/Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Stop by the Discord to chat with fans and keep up with the latest news.
