Blade-Shift Rage (2023)

Developer: AudioJackGames
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Blade-Shift Rage feels like a frantic, one-hit-kill dash through neon-lit cyberpunk streets, demanding razor-sharp reflexes and combo-driven aggression.

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What players say

Players describe this as a short, fast-paced action platformer inspired by Hotline Miami and Katana Zero. Most enjoy the teleport and sword combat, but opinions split on whether it offers anything original or is just a lower-quality Katana Zero clone, with some noting floaty controls and occasional bugs.

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