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Review of Gundam Breaker 3 on PlayStation 4

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Mar 2016
Cover image of Gundam Breaker 3 on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 03 Mar 2016
Genre: Action, Mecha, RPG
Developer: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Introduction

Buckle up, fellow mech warriors! Gundam Breaker 3 hits the battlefield like a well-placed rocket punch. If you've ever dreamed of customizing your robots and smashing them into each other while sipping on a soda and pretending not to hear your mom calling you for dinner, this game is basically your fantasy come to life. Let's dissect this robotic paradise and see if it deserves a coveted spot in your gaming library.

Gameplay

At its core, Gundam Breaker 3 is a delightful blend of hack-and-slash action with RPG elements. Imagine a buffet where you don't just eat the food, but also build it yourself. You identify your main character (your excuse to be a total mecha god), dive headfirst into missions, and collect parts from your fallen foes. The mission setup is straightforward: stomp on everything, collect their armor, and boost your own Gundam into the stratosphere of coolness. Combat is satisfying, with an array of melee strikes, projectile attacks, and the occasional flashy special move worthy of a Saturday morning cartoon. The controls are responsive as you leap, dash, and slay (all while screaming your favorite mech catchphrase). The real fun, however, lies in the customization. Want a giant beam saber? Sure! Prefer a stealthy sniper build? Go for it! Your imagination is the limit, though God help you if you grace the battlefield with any aesthetic choices involving pink, unless that's your thing! Each mission culminates in epic battles against bosses ranging from grumpy old Zaku models to Final Bosses that will test if you've actually learned how to play the game since you set it up. Trust me, you want to avoid the 'press X to not die' strategy here!

Graphics

Visually, Gundam Breaker 3 pulls off the mecha look flawlessly. Picture this: stunning, vibrant graphics that make Gundams appear as if they just leaped off your favorite anime. The environments are beautifully designed, offering a variety of locales like urban jungles, wastelands, and even some space shenanigans. Each Gundam, from the iconic RX-78-2 to lesser-known models, is brimming with detail and looks utterly badass in motion. Combat animations are slick, and the explosion effects provide just the right amount of eye candy to keep you engaged. Mind you, if you find yourself with a screen full of mechs, bullets, and explosions, you might want to check if there's a mild case of 'mech-nesia' happening, because who doesn't love a good '90s anime-style brawl?

Conclusion

To wrap it up, Gundam Breaker 3 delivers a robust combat experience wrapped in the sweet nostalgia of the Gundam universe. The customization options are extensive, and the gameplay is balanced enough to keep both casual players and hardcore fans in the cockpit. With an engaging single-player mode coupled with multiplayer experiences, you'll be well entertained. Those who've longed to unleash their inner mech builder will feel right at home. While it may not reinvent the wheel, it certainly puts some flashy rims on it and takes it for a spin. So, grab your controller, build your Gundam, and show the world (and your opponents) who the real pilot is. Just remember: win, lose, or draw, at least you have an awesome robot to look cool next to. And hey, if anything else, tell your friends you played with giant robots. Score! Final score: 8.5/10. Because nothing says 'epic battle' like battling your friends on a Saturday night while snacking on pizza and guzzling soda. May all your Gundams be flawless and your upgrades plentiful!

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