Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita
- Developers: Eighting
- Publishers: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis: A Review
Introduction
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis is an action game based on the long-running Kamen Rider tokusatsu superhero television series. The game was developed by Eighting and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It was released in Japan on February 25, 2016, for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation Vita.
Gameplay
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis is a third-person action game in which the player controls one of 21 Kamen Riders from across the franchise’s history. The game features a variety of gameplay modes, including a story mode, a free mode, and an online multiplayer mode.
In story mode, the player follows the story of the original Kamen Rider, Takeshi Hongo, as he fights against the evil organization Shocker. The story mode is divided into 12 chapters, each of which features a different Kamen Rider and a different setting.
In free mode, the player can select any of the 21 Kamen Riders and play through a variety of missions. The missions are divided into three types: battle missions, time attack missions, and score attack missions.
In online multiplayer mode, the player can team up with up to three other players to take on a variety of missions. The missions are similar to the missions in free mode, but they are designed for cooperative play.
Characters
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis features a roster of 21 Kamen Riders from across the franchise’s history. The riders include:
- Kamen Rider Ichigo
- Kamen Rider Nigo
- Kamen Rider V3
- Kamen Rider X
- Kamen Rider Amazon
- Kamen Rider Stronger
- Kamen Rider Skyrider
- Kamen Rider Super-1
- Kamen Rider Black
- Kamen Rider Black RX
- Kamen Rider Kuuga
- Kamen Rider Agito
- Kamen Rider Ryuki
- Kamen Rider Faiz
- Kamen Rider Blade
- Kamen Rider Hibiki
- Kamen Rider Kabuto
- Kamen Rider Den-O
- Kamen Rider Kiva
- Kamen Rider OOO
- Kamen Rider Fourze
Setting
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis takes place in a variety of settings from across the Kamen Rider franchise. The settings include:
- The city of Tokyo
- The Amazon rainforest
- The moon
- The future
Story
The story of Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis begins with the original Kamen Rider, Takeshi Hongo, being attacked by a group of monsters. Hongo is rescued by the other Kamen Riders, and together they must fight against the evil organization Shocker.
Shocker is led by the evil scientist Dr. Death, who has created a new weapon called the Genesis Driver. The Genesis Driver can transform humans into monsters, and Shocker is using it to create an army of monsters to conquer the world.
The Kamen Riders must travel across the world to stop Shocker and defeat Dr. Death. Along the way, they will face many challenges, including powerful monsters, treacherous traps, and even their own doubts.
Graphics
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis features cel-shaded graphics that are faithful to the look of the Kamen Rider television series. The game’s environments are detailed and varied, and the character models are well-animated.
Sound
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis features a soundtrack that is composed of music from the Kamen Rider television series. The game’s sound effects are also well-done, and they help to create a sense of immersion.
Overall
Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis is a fun and exciting action game that is sure to please fans of the Kamen Rider franchise. The game features a large roster of characters, a variety of gameplay modes, and a compelling story. The graphics and sound are also top-notch. Overall, Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis is a great game that is worth checking out.
Score: 8.5/10
Review Score
8.5/10
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