Astebreed, a new bullet hell video game

[Mr March]

It may have a name that sounds like a gay porn but it's actually just an anime video game.

Just watched a video about a game called Astebreed and it's a very visually rich shoot 'em up in the anime style we've all come to know and love. The game is built in 3D with game play changing from side-scroller shooter to top-down shooter to 3rd person shooter as you move throughout the environment. Lots of trademark visuals, including a giant robot with a sword, lots of energy weapons and of course, an Itano circus attack. Check it out:

http://www.giantbomb.com/videos/quick-look-astebreed/2300-9194/

Not sure if I'm totally sold on the game, but that name sure is giving me a chubby

[Mommar]

Game looks cool but OH MY GOD these two idiots need to shut up. Also, more than just side and top down. Also behind view.

Awww, it's for PS4. Nevermind. Won't play it.

[Renato]

Yeah, what is PS4 about this game? Can't this same thing be done on a PS3? Otherwise I would be interested.

[Valkyrie Hunter D]

I bought the english version for the PC via Playism. It's a fine shooter.

[SaitouSad]

I bought this game during the last Steam sale, and despite its relatively short length (finished it in about an hour), I found it very fun.

Pretty sure it originated as a doujin game, which is pretty impressive considering how pretty it can be. It's like what happens when Zone of the Enders becomes a shmup. Very fast paced, with lots of emphasis on lock-on shots, dashing around and slashing everything around you.

[Mommar]

Oh, there's a PC version? I'll go check steam then. Thanks.

[areaseven]

[Mr March]

Yeah, it's available on Steam. Looks a little pricy for such a small game. Thinking I might wait until a sale.