Fantasy Strike now free to play – Gematsu


Fantasy blow

Fantasy blow It is now free for PlayStation 4, Switch and PC, Mac and Linux via Steam, developer Sirlin Games announced.

Previous owners on all platforms will receive access to the “Founder’s Pack”, which includes everything in the “Basic Package” plus 60 sets of costume colors. The “Core Pack” is priced at $ 19.99, while the “Collector’s Pack” is priced at $ 99.99

In addition, the game has been updated with two new playable characters (Sirus Fifteen and General Onimaru), additional cosmetic items and animations for the entire list, and a new optional subscription service called “Fantasy +”.

“We work tirelessly to find a way to maintain the competitive integrity of Fantasy blow that our current players love as they open it up to an even wider audience, “said game director David Sirlin in a press release.” We believe this free update continues our mission to create a fighting game that breaks down the barrier. of being a contender, while providing excellent value for those who want additional features and to support our work. “

Here is an overview of the game and its free updates, via Sirlin Games:

Play as each character for free

A novelty for free fighting games, Fantasy blow now allows players to play ALL characters for free online immediately without the need to unlock. This includes the two new characters, Sirus Fifteen and General Onimaru, who each add new mechanics to the game. Fifteen displays illusions to confuse their opponents and can make these illusions “real” for a limited time by landing their super. Meanwhile, Onimaru uses deliberate and powerful sword attacks that can become lockable in the right situations.

Practice mode, AI single games, and daily challenges are free

All Fantasy blow Players can play online in Casual and Ranked modes and watch the action in Spectator mode. Practice mode, solo matches against AI opponents, and daily challenges are also available for free. Those looking for more can find it in the “Core Pack,” which provides access to local Versus mode, online matches against friends, Boss Rush mode, Survival mode, and an Arcade mode with beautifully illustrated narrative sequences. Those looking for a lot more can buy the “Collector’s Pack”, which features everything in the “Core Pack” plus a ton of cosmetics, an exclusive KO “Party Time” effect and a year of the new “Fantasy +” subscription.

“Fantasy +” subscription service

“Fantasy +” is a new optional subscription service that doubles XP earnings, grants access to special Master Costumes for each character reaching experience level 20, and introduces a new and extensive Replay Theater feature. With this, players can rewatch their own games, search for replays containing specific characters and skill levels, and watch an endless stream of replays on new rated TV channels and Friend TV. Players can also adjust the playback speed of replays, scroll through videos, and even frame-rate for in-depth analysis. You can purchase a “Fantasy +” subscription in 1-month, 6-month, and 12-month increments in-game with gems (approximate value $ 4.99, $ 24.99, and $ 39.99, respectively).

Fantasy blow Provides a friendly hangout for newcomers and veterans to learn and enjoy hardcore fighting games. Designed to teach and demystify, Fantasy blow Show players your systems clearly with in-depth video tutorials and innovative visuals with frame advantage. These useful features are combined with other amenities like one-click friend challenges and spectacular tournaments, built-in-on-the-go, cross-platform game support across systems, GGPO technology to combat latency, and more.

Check out a new set of trailers below.