Platform:Xbox 360
"X-Blades" offers action-packed enjoyment in fantastic
Hack-and-Slash style. Using various weapons, spells and tactics,
the player must fight his way through many indoor and outdoor
levels, killing hordes of monsters on the way. The story,
exciting and rich in variety with numerous cut scenes not only
motivates the player, it also cleverly interlinks the individual
levels. Besides the `normal¿ monsters, there are also "Monster
Generators", which ceaselessly create new creatures (and of
course powerful Boss nents) for the game world. Hidden
Power-ups and coins ensure that the player is rewarded for
exploring a level. Some locations can only be reached by bold and
daring leap/jump combinations. The player will only achieve
success in the game if he makes use of the extensive system for
the further development of the heroine Ayumi - Experience Points
earned, for example, must be converted to Skills. There are
various Power-ups available to help the player as well, like
combat techniques, magic, weapon enhancement and teleportation
and the right mix will lead to success. Apart from that, the use
of skills on the "good or bad side" also affects the finale.
Depending on player actions, two different game endings await the
heroine Ayumi - and that in itself is a hook for players.
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X-Blades invites players into a fantastic universe
where the enchanting heroine Ayumi fends off innumerable monsters
and imposing bosses with her power, spells, fighting tactics and
her deadly Pistol Blades. The anime-style level and character
designs are what give X-Blades its special flair. Nearly 40
indoor and outdoor worlds dazzle players in an enthralling
rhapsody of color and detail. Nonstop action and vivid magical
effects are impressively incorporated in gameplay through the use
of cinema stylizing such as bullet time or motion blurring.
X-Blades will prove to be a hack ‘n’ slash spectacle for fans of
entertaining action games and anime.
'X-Blades' game logo
Game heroine Ayumi in 'X-Blades' ( https://images-na.ssl-images-.com/images/G/01/videogames/detail-page/xblades.01.lg.jpg )
Meet our heroine, Ayumi.
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Hack 'n slash to your hearts content.
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Explore spectacular environments.
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Unleash hidden abilities and spells.
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Enjoy beautiful anime cutscenes.
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Story
In the distant past the universe of X-Blades was ruled by two
powerful beings, the Enlightened on the side of good, helping his
people how and when he could and the Dark One who was quite the
site. Both were revered by all peoples and a balanced, but
never-ending battle between the two persisted for centuries.
Humans suffered terribly in the constant combat between the two,
combat which shook the universe to its very core. In order to
ease this suffering, the Enlightened banished the divine power of
the Dark One, imprisoning it in a stone, known as an Artifact,
but at a price. Inseparably linked, where one of the divine
beings went the other was bound to follow and so the power of the
Enlightened was captured in a matching Artifact. Together the two
were hidden away and peace, as well as balance was restored to
the universe. But peace is a fragile thing. It is said that any
human who comes in contact with the Artifacts will be cursed and
the power of darkness will once again be awakened.Enter the
game's heroine Ayumi. As the game begins a which has been
lost for countless years suddenly turns up and it shows the
location of the artifacts. Unaware of the curse, the adventurer
Ayumi searches for and finds the immensely valuable stones,
releasing powerful forces in her body. Her goal and the player's
is to discover what the secret of the curse is, free herself from
it and at last defeat the darkness.
Characters
Ayumi from 'X-Blades'
Ayumi
Ayumi is a charismatic heroine and fearless treasure hunter. Now
that the with the Divine Artifacts has been found, she's
going on the most thrilling and dangerous adventure of her life.
As always, she prefers to work alone - partners just get in the
way. Jay from 'X-Blades'
Jay
Jay is an adventurer like Ayumi. He rescues her from a deadly
trap and attempts to support her in her fight against the Powers
of Darkness. Jay is skillful in combat. He uses powerful
explosions of light and his punches have to be seen to be
believed. The Enlightened from 'X-Blades'
The Enlightened
A powerful being who guards the Artifact of Darkness, as a Master
of Magic, he uses spells to hurl nents to the ground and
metes out massive damage, but avoids close combat. The only way
to defeat him is to use black magic and/or fire magic. The Dark
One from 'X-Blades'
The Dark One
The Dark One is the guardian of the island - he conceals the
Artifact of Light. Even the most powerful spells hardly affect
him and only a strong blow with a blade can break through his
defenses and affect him in any way.
Gameplay
X-Blades offers action-packed enjoyment in fantastic
Hack-and-Slash style. Using various weapons, spells and tactics,
the player must fight his/her way through many indoor and outdoor
levels, killing hordes of monsters on the way. The story,
exciting and rich in variety with numerous cutscenes not only
motivates the player, it also cleverly interlinks the individual
levels. Besides the ‘normal’ monsters, there are also "Monster
Generators," which ceaselessly create new creatures (and of
course powerful Boss nents) for the game world. Hidden
powerups and coins ensure that the player is rewarded for
exploring a level. Some locations can only be reached by bold and
daring leap/jump combinations. Player achieve ultimate success in
the game through use of the extensive character development
system for the heroine Ayumi. For example, experience points
earned, must be converted to Skills. Powerups, such as combat
techniques, magic, weapon enhancement and teleportation are
available as well and the right mix will lead to success. Apart
from that, the use of skills on the "good or bad side" also
affects the finale. Depending on player actions, two different
game endings await the heroine Ayumi.
Key Game Features:
* Gripping fantasy story with spectacular landscapes and
characters.
* Attractive anime-style heroine.
* Special Alternate “Demonic Power” mode.
* Innovative "Pistol Blades" for shooting projectiles and
close-quarter fights.
* Over 40 indoor and outdoor level environments.
* Over 30 different types of enemies.
* Over 20 different types of magic in different classes.
* Strong Boss nents in fantastic detail and designs.
* Hidden powerups animate players to explore the levels.
* Alternate endings depending upon the player’s behavior
throughout the game.
- Absorbing fantasy story with spectacular landscapes and figures. Attractive heroine in Anime style. Learn to play easily - wide range of development possibilities..
- Special mode for a heroine with demonic forces. Innovative Blade for firing projectiles and for close combat. Role-playing elements to improve skills and enhance weapons..
- Over 20 types of magic in different classes. Around 40 different scenarios (Indoor and Outdoor). Alternative endings, depending on player's actions..
- Hidden Power-ups hook players to explore levels. Over 30 different classes of nent. Powerful Boss nents with fantastic design..
- Cinematic stylistic devices like Bullet-Time. Various difficulty levels - from Beginner to Pro..