Underplayed Gems

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger (2014)

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger cover
Developer
Arc System Works
Publisher
H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action
Rating
4.3 of 5, 3,228 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced, technical 2D fighter with flashy anime visuals and a surprisingly deep story that feels like playing through an arcade battle with a touch of dramatic anime opera.

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What players say

Players love the story and music, but the PC port is widely considered broken, locked to 30fps with glitchy portraits and no online play. The gameplay feels stiff compared to later entries, and completing everything requires a guide.

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Screenshots

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