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Bleach: The Blade of Fate

 

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  • User Score (45)
    8.5 8.5 from 45 reviewers
  • Expert Score (54)
    8.0 8.0 from 54 reviewers
  • Value for money (2)
    9.0 9.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Gameplay (17)
    8.3 8.3 from 17 reviewers
  • Graphics (23)
    7.8 7.8 from 23 reviewers
  • Sound (19)
    7.8 7.8 from 19 reviewers
  • Multiplayer (7)
    8.1 8.1 from 7 reviewers
  • Control (4)
    8.6 8.6 from 4 reviewers
  • Addiction (3)
    8.8 8.8 from 3 reviewers
  • Lifespan (4)
    8.0 8.0 from 4 reviewers
  • Playability (2)
    8.7 8.7 from 2 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. GamingTrend

    8.5/10
    10 December 2011

    Bleach is an anime series that started out about five years ago in Japan as a Magna where it has enjoyed huge popularity. Read more

    • Appropriate use of license, Strategy behind the fighting, Lots and lots of extras, Can play with multiple people
    • Appropriate use of license, Strategy behind the fighting, Lots and lots of extras, Can play with multiple people

  2. Fragland

    8.1/10
    1 April 2008

    Honestly I'm not really into all the manga-nonsense and also the adventurous life of the rusty main character Ichigo Kurosaki can't interest me one bit. What I do know is that the DS finally has a fight game it can be proud of; good visuals and sound, accessible but at the same time deep gameplay, a lot of content and a reasonable multiplayer. In short: food for anyone longing for a portable fight. Read more

    • Finally a cool DS fight game, Amusing action, Image & sound, A lot of content
    • Lag, Story mode not challenging enough

  3. Vooks

    8.8/10
    20 May 2008

    From the same talent that brought us Ikaruga, Sin & Punishment and Wario World comes Bleach: The Blade of Fate for Nintendo DS. Bleach is a 2D fighter well suited to the handheld and ticks all the right boxes for both a solid fighter and faithful game conversion. Treasure have done an outstanding job with the Bleach license. Some minor game imperfections and faulty online play do not diminish the quality time this game can provide. Check out our review. Read more

  4. WorthPlaying

    WorthPlaying
    8.8/10
    4 April 2008

    Bleach: The Blade of Fate on the Nintendo DS brings a twist to the traditional 2D fighting game with a new kind of battle system that enables players to move between upper and lower split-plane battle arenas to chase after or escape from opponents. Read more

  5. Cheat Code Central

    Cheat Code Central
    9.0/10
    30 March 2008

    Overall, I can't stress how much I was really surprised by this game. Though I am an avid anime fan, I really don't expect too much from anime games, and I'm only wowed by one very occasionally. But this game exceeded all expectations I had, not only for an anime game but for any handheld title. It's multitude of modes coupled with the great gameplay and ultra-immersive online modes really make this one stand out from the crowd! Read more

  6. xbox360.gamespy.com

    8.0/10
    2 November 2007

    Fate intervened, and delivered one fantastic DS fighter. Read more

    • Bucks the trend of awful anime games; solid fighting experience; accessible for newbies and vets.
    • Spotty AI at points; single-cart play requires redownloading after each battle.

  7. Kidzworld

    13 October 2007

    Bust out some fighting moves with the characters from the Bleach anime TV show! Here’s our game review. Read more

    • Easy to play, with lots of combos to master., Lots of characters., Tons of game modes., Hordes of multiplayer options.
    • Some stupid combos can mess you up., Re-downloading the game for each multiplayer battle is annoying., Some stupid combos can mess you up., Re-downloading the game for...

  8. Modojo

    8.0/10
    6 July 2006

    is one of Japan's most popular anime and manga series, and has been a marketing miracle with previous game releases on PSP, Playstation 2, Gamecube, and Game Boy Advance. was the series debut on the Nintendo DS. The game was released earlier this year only in Japan, and following release it has quickly become one of the most imported DS titles to date. The 2D fighting game is published by Sega, and developed by Treasure; the house of fame. Read more

    • Deep and Fast-Paced fighting engine. The Bleach license.
    • No English language support. Spirit cards are useless.

  9. Nintendo World Report

    Nintendo World Report
    8.5/10
    30 October 2007

    Don’t let the anime license fool you; this is a surprisingly competent fighting game. Read more

    • Great multiplayer options, Good selection of characters, Lengthy story mode
    • The status enhancers can sometimes be a little unwieldy to use, since you need to reposition your thumb.

  10. Cubed³

    8.0/10
    21 April 2008

    Bleach: The Blade of Fate is a game that could be stripped of its anime roots and still be a great fighter. Whether you're a fan of the series or of the genre (or both!) you're in for a treat. The solid combat system is decorated with tons of playable characters, modes and unlockables as well as gorgeous visuals and authentic audio, with very little in the way of noticeable flaws. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. A Must for Bleach Fans!

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Cory K. Crawford "shadowgmrlrd9", Amazon
    6 November 2011 See Product at Amazon ($21.99)

    Very good game. A bit of a redundant fighting game, but if you like Mortal Kombat or other tournament fighters, then this is for you. It has a wide variety of game types and characters to choose from. And I mean VERY wide. The only big Bleach characters unavailable would be Kisuke and the people in his shop, and maybe Kukaku, though they both make appearances. Very good game! Read more or see product

  2. "A journey to tacky town"

    CNET
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: boogeyman_returns, CNET
    6 April 2010

    Bottom line? Bleach puts a bad taste in my mouth. The name itself describes what it is like. It is like drinking bleach. The burning sensation your throat expiriences cannot be described in words. I have played the campaign 16 times and it is still boring. No one buy this game...please. Maybe it will encourage the developers to make a good game like Bleach: Lost Wolf Moon. Japan needs some spect. And this turrible game gives none. Read more

    • You play a homosexual zebra looking man. This is the only pro. It is funny to watch his pothetic carcass scurry about.
    • This game is bad. There is absolutely 0 fun factor in it. I have played Bleach: Lost Wolf Moon and this game does not live up to it or this great anime series.

  3. Awesome Fighter, Awesome Bleach Game

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Kamokazi, Newegg
    28 December 2007

    I'm a Bleach fan, and I generally don't like fighting games, but I LOVE this game. Buy it if you like Bleach and hate fighters, or buy it if you hate Bleach and love fighters. And if you love both, this will be your favorite game for the DS. Read more

    • Lots of fun, fast-paced Street Fighter-esque game. Great story mode, plenty of replyability. Hmmm, what elsse? Oh, yeah...BAN KAI!
    • Like all fighters, eventually gets repetitive. Cards don't make a major impact in fights.

  4. great games about cooking and now were getting games about laundry

    epinions.com
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: tommy_lop, epinions.com
    30 March 2008

    No Bleach isnt about doing laundry its an action anime show that appears on Cartoon Networks late Read more

    • online play, plenty of modes and charecters. nice touch screen controls
    • online mode can be a bit laggy

  5. Bleach DS 1

    10/10
    Reviewer: Ciao
    24 May 2008

    Hi and welcome to my review of Bleach: Blade of Fate for the Nintendo DS gaming system. When I travelled outside of my house with some friends to go to the Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex, UK I felt that I was on a mission to attain a brilliant fighting game to add to my collection. So I visited the GAME store and purchased Bleach Blade of Fate for a respectable 24.99 when it was fresh and so whilst on my way home playing it I began to cast my decision on how it plays:... Read more

    • Brilliant Voice acting, graphics, music and multiplayer
    • Multiplayer is good but can lag if too much is going on

  6. Video game reviews: Bleach: The Blade of Fate (Nintendo DS)

    Helium
    Reviewer: Matt Remley, Helium
    3 May 2008

    7 Out of 10. - Above Average - (10 Being Perfect, 1 Being Horrible.) Read more

  7. Bleach: The Blade of Fate Review (DS)

    Reviewer: Boomtown
    12 April 2008

    Been playing it regularly since writing that review. Read more

  8. Got old quickly

    4.0/10
    Reviewer: Sofa Cinema
    4 April 2008

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  • WikiFreak Description

From the multi-awarded anime series, Bleach, which has been featured on the Adult Swim program of Cartoon Network, creators Sega have come up with a T-rated game version for fans to enjoy. The story is centered on the life of Ichigo Kurosaki, a young boy who can see spirits and grew up to become a supernaturally powerful Soul Reaper.

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In the game, Bleach: The Blade of Fate, players can choose from the 28 characters of the original series to play with up to four players locked in multi-player…

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From the multi-awarded anime series, Bleach, which has been featured on the Adult Swim program of Cartoon Network, creators Sega have come up with a T-rated game version for fans to enjoy. The story is centered on the life of Ichigo Kurosaki, a young boy who can see spirits and grew up to become a supernaturally powerful Soul Reaper.

Description

In the game, Bleach: The Blade of Fate, players can choose from the 28 characters of the original series to play with up to four players locked in multi-player mode using the Wi-Fi Connection of Nintendo DS. There are five exciting game modes with two bonus modes which players can unlock. Players can also customize their hand of Spirit Cards in order to fine-tune their play. The cinematic graphics also allow full appreciation of the variety of fighting arenas players can switch from. This game is an exciting challenge for fans of the anime series and of the fighting game genre alike.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Exciting Multiplayer fighting action. Up to four players will enjoy the fighting action via Wi-Fi connection. This game supports the Download Play feature where one gamer transmits the game to another gamer’s DS which allows them to play head to head.

  • Publisher: Sega
  • Genre: Fighting
  • ESRB Rating: T - (Teen)
  • ESRB Descriptor: Violence Mild Language Suggestive Themes

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