***BlastZone 1 + BlastZone 2 combo: Comes bundled with BlastZone 1, both in its original form and as a remastered version in the form of “Classic” mode; get two games for the price of one!
BlastZone 2 is an action packed side scrolling shooter that will really get your adrenaline pumping! Play solo or join up with a friend locally or online and battle the alien forces that have invaded the planet and take the fight to them! Feel the excitement of breaking through the enemy barricade at high speed! Enjoy innovative gameplay mechianics such as 2nd person shooter sequences and creative use of 3D gameplay mechanics added to the traditional 2D formula. There are also tons of game modes, ship types, difficulty levels, and turbo modes to keep you entertained for a very long time. There are litterally hundreds of ways to play the game, so every player can have their own unique experience! Explore the many multiplayer strategies such as the heavy gunner and light defender to buy time while the ultimate weapons charge up!
BlastZone 2 is a new approach to the shooter genre that emphasizes fast paced and strategic gameplay with tons of content to explore.
NOTE: BlastZone 2 fully supports a wide variety of DirectInput and XInput gamepads, including the XBox 360 gamepad. If you’re unsure about your gamepad’s compatibility, test it out with the free demo.
Features include:
- 2D controls, but with hazards and gameplay elements moving around in full 3D space
- Cooperative multiplayer both local and online for 2 players
- An 8 mission campaign that really keeps you on your toes
- Unlock the full power of your ship with hyper mode and unleash the devastating power of the omega cannon!
- Classic A mode, a greatly improved version of BlastZone 1
- Classic B mode, with a unique points-budgeting mechanic
- Survival mode, similar to mission mode, but lasts forever. Go for the leaderboard highscore!
- Blitz mode, start with a fully powered ship to fend off massive hordes of enemies!
- Multiple difficulty levels designed for new players up to genre veterans so everyone can have fun
- 4 expansive game play environments, such as mountains, caves, and outer space
- 7 selectable ships, each with different stats and abilities
- 15 weapon types including beams, cluster grenades, force fields, power bolts, and machine guns
- Hundreds of different enemy types, each with different behaviors and stats
- An online world leaderboard to see how you stack up to the competition
- A Turbo mode for each of the survival modes for experienced gamers
- Additional levels and content to be released for free
Gamer24h Editor's Take
Having closely reviewed BlastZone 2, the Gamer24h editorial team considers it one of the most noteworthy titles of recent times. The visionary approach of developer Matt Edzenga, combined with the expertise of publisher Black Shell Media, has resulted in an exceptionally refined product. Its innovative take on the Indie genre offers a breath of fresh air for fans of the category. In short, an outstanding and immersive gaming experience awaits genre fans — we highly recommend giving it a shot!