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Review of Kamen Rider Ryuki on PlayStation

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Jan 2002
Cover image of Kamen Rider Ryuki on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 01 Jan 2002
Genre: Fighting Game
Developer: Digifloyd
Publisher: Bandai

Introduction

In a world where Kamen Riders battle each other for supremacy and a single wish, you know it's going to be a wild ride! Kamen Rider Ryuki delivers high-stakes action, flashy special moves, and of course, that unique tokusatsu flair that we all know and love. Dust off your PlayStation, because this game is here to introduce you to a brand new universe of heroes, monsters, and a whole lot of card-playing nonsense.

Gameplay

Kamen Rider Ryuki is a fighting game where you can step into the shoes of various Kamen Riders, each armed with unique abilities and a likely very complicated backstory - because who doesn't love a good plot twist? Players will engage in one-on-one battles, and with 13 different Riders to choose from, there's more than enough hero-on-hero action to satisfy even the most insatiable of combatants. You can unleash powerful special moves ripped straight from the show (you know, the ones that look super impressive but probably wouldn't work in real life). The control scheme is surprisingly easy to pick up, which means you can spend less time fumbling around and more time pretending you're an anime hero fighting for an imaginary wish.

Graphics

Let's talk visuals: Kamen Rider Ryuki on the PS1 brings the attractive, colorful world of the franchise into our living rooms with a level of detail that might have blown your mind back in the early 2000s. The character models are decent, though let's be honest - we're all mostly here for the glitzy moves and flashy transitions. The backgrounds are a mix of generic and accurately themed areas that do a respectable job of capturing the feel of both the Riders and the Mirror World. It's not exactly a graphical powerhouse by today's standards, but for a PS1 title, it's well above average.

Conclusion

Overall, Kamen Rider Ryuki is a must-play for fans of the franchise and fighting games alike. It's a game that makes you feel like a superhero (minus the ever-present threat of massive bodily harm) while showcasing some of the best things about the Kamen Rider series. With its enjoyable mechanics and nostalgic value, this game will not only deliver a blast from the past but also put a smile on your face even decades later. So grab your controllers, put on your best fighting face, and let's see who comes out as the ultimate Kamen Rider!

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