Bleach: Dark Souls
by Sega Of America, Inc.
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Product Summary
Brand: SegaAudio: English (Unknown)
Published: 2008-10
Release Date: 2008-10-07
Platform: Nintendo DS
Model: 67022
Publisher: Sega Of America, Inc.
Product features:
- Bleach: Dark Souls DS
Video Game Reviews of Bleach: Dark Souls
Customer Review: Even if you're not a Bleach fan, this is an excellent fighter for the DS
Summary: 5 Stars
I would have reviewed this sooner, but I mistakenly assumed there would be a million reviews of it. I'm surprised to find there are only five as of today, since it was released back in October of 08.
That said, though the game will largely appeal to fans of the anime, the fact that this is often referred to as "the best U.S. fighting game for the DS" should be a sign that even if you're not a fan of the show, this is a worthy addition to your collection, particlarly now that it's priced so low.
The fighting is 2-D, but can take place on two different planes. (You can switch between the up or down part of the environment on most levels.) The battles are fast paced, and the moves and combo possibilities are almost endless. The flash step add another layer to the combat.
The graphics and sound are good by DS standards, and fans of the show will get to hear the same English voice actors as the series (which is good or bad depending on your opinion of the dubbing.)
Although they are totally different games, I have to say, for a fighter, this is sort of like "Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo" with swords. (I make that comparison, based on pacing, "style" of fighting game, combo system, super/specials, etc.) In fact, the Bleach DS games and the old school SF games are my personal favorite fighting games.
The game is easy to learn and there are touch screen controls for special moves and the equivelent of "super" moves (like "bankai") so for some of the trickier d-pad/button combos, it's nice to have the option of touch screen controls. Also, the spirit cards, which are used to enhance your fighting or hinder your opponents, is touch screen. That said, while it's easy to pick up, there is enough depth and variety that it may take a while to "master."
This is essentially a revamped, expanded, more balanced version of the previous Bleach game for the DS. There are 44 characters, and while many are lame to the point of being virtually unplayable, it does make for more varied opponents (particularly story and arcade modes) and some interesting fights can happen when it's 2-on-2 or 1-on-3.
The story mode is much longer here than in the first game, with high replay value to get 100% completion and unlock everything, but the flip side is that the "original" story written for the game is disjointed and rather flimsy.
A bonus for those so inclined, is wi-fi support on the Nintendo network.
Don't let the reputation of anime games being lame (as they often are) or the fact that it's based on an anime disuade you if you are unfamiliar with the series. It's a big bonus if you're a Bleach fan, but I had never seen the show before playing the first game, and I still thoroughly enjoyed both games. (I enjoy it even a tad bit more now that I watch the series.)
Bleach: Dark Souls is a superb fighting game for the DS--or any system for that matter.
Description of Bleach: Dark Souls
Bleach: Dark Souls Game For Nintendo Ds Marks The Expansion Of A Dynamic Cast Of Over 40 Playable Characters Including Rukia, Kon And Hero Ichigo. Gamers Can Spend Hours Furiously Fighting While Unlocking Individual Character Stories, All Based On An Exclusive Story Arc Created For Bleach: Dark Souls. The Game Continues To Allow Gamers To Build Customized Spirit Card Decks, This Time With The Addition Of Power-Enhancing Reiju Crystals To Boost Their Character'S Heath, Attack Strength And Defense Power Cards. Bleach: Dark Souls Features Four Player Multiplayer Battles Via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection And Ds Download Play. Players Can Battle Each Other At The Same Time Or Form Tag Teams For Team Play. Finally, Bleach Fans Will Enjoy Using The Newly Included Encyclopedia That Offers Detailed Explanations Of The Bleach World, Character Info, Descriptions Of Their Attacks And A Full Glossary Of Bleach Terms. Players Will Face A Variety Of Opponents As One Of 44 Highly-Stylized Characters In Intense Action-Packed Battles Based On The Animated Series. For The First Time Ever, Players Will Be Able To Assume The Role Of Evil Hollows, Adding A New Twist For Gamers To Explore.The Bleach: Dark Souls story
Based on the popular anime series currently in its second season on Adult Swim, Bleach: Dark Souls features a newly enhanced battle system. With new online multiplayer options and enhanced battle strategies, players can fight in dramatic high-action sword clashes via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection as one of 44 characters. The branching storyline created exclusively for Nintendo DS systems allows players to fight on the side of good or evil for the first time in the series as the evil "Hollows" have finally found a way to infiltrate Soul Society.
 | Game Features Bleach: Dark Souls features an immense cast of 44 characters--it has the largest roster of playable characters in a Bleach video game to-date. Featuring multiplayer battles with new personalization options and 4-player online battles, players can now display an icon they created, send messages to friends, and hold online events. Players can even fight in team-based battles for the first time in the series. Returning characters can now inflict massive damage with additional moves, including new Bankai moves taken directly from the TV series. Seven thrilling gameplay modes including Story, Arcade, Versus, Training, Challenge, Time Attack and Survival , as well as over 100 mission-based battles and strategic scenarios, will provide hours of replayability. Strategy With over 90 cards (including 30 new Spirit Cards), players have more strategy options including the ability to speed, slow, or stop the timer during a match. New Reiju Crystals further enhance the power of player?s constructed card decks. Exclusive Bleach content. Extras Brand new game extras include a new in-depth Bleach series encyclopedia, Hollow characters, multiple costumes, Wallpapers and password protected content. Based on the popular anime series now in its second season on Adult Swim. This is the anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed Bleach: The Blade of Fate. All 44 characters are voiced by the actors from the anime series. |  Special new Bankai moves and attacks View larger image  Multiplayer battles with new personalization options View larger image |
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