Slice, Dice & Rice (2017)

Developer: Dojo Games
Publisher: Arc System Works, PlayWay
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch
Genres: Fighting, Indie
Rating: 3.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

Every round is a tense standoff where one precise strike decides the victor, rewarding patience and timing over button-mashing.

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About

Slice Dice & Rice is an indie fighting game with no health bars. Inspired by Bushido Blade, it revolves around the idea of finding an opening in opponents defense and ending the round with a single, clean hit.

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