Cody Peterson
Screen RantFantasy Strike Review: A Fighting Game for Pros and Beginners Alike
Published 7/30/2020
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PS4 / Linux / PC / Mac / Switch - 7/25/2019
Fantasy Strike
Be an archer with fiery arrows, a colorful painter, a martial arts master who can transform into a dragon, and more! Fantasy meets martial arts in this vibrant world. The streamlined controls get you to the fun decision-making part of fighting games as soon as possible. All moves are just a single button press, combos are easy, move lists are concise. Though Fantasy Strike is easy to get into, it's designed as a competitive tournament game with an emphasis on depth and balance. It's a mental sport that's difficult to master—just not difficult to control.
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- Sirlin Games
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- Sirlin Games
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The critic average is 74 across 12 scored reviews, with a 35-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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IGN Fantasy Strike Review
Published 7/29/2020
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80
+6 vs critic avg
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Read originalMatt
Use a PotionUse a Potion Fantasy Strike Review
Published 7/30/2019
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72
-2 vs critic avg
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Read originalAndrew Farrell
PC InvasionFantasy Strike review – Fight for your right
Published 7/29/2019
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80
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Read originalmajorsloth88
But Why Tho?REVIEW: 'Fantasy Strike' Brings a New Energy to an Old Genre
Published 7/25/2019
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80
+6 vs critic avg
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Read originalChris Bowman
GameSpaceFantasy Strike
Published 7/25/2019
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85
+11 vs critic avg
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Read originalJustin Nation
Nindie SpotlightNindie Spotlight Fantasy Strike Review
Published 7/25/2019
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75
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Read originalJames Paley
COGconnectedFantasy Strike Review – Gotta Build Those Fundamentals
Published 7/24/2019
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75
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Read originalRichard Seagrave
GameSpewFantasy Strike Review – GameSpew
Published 7/24/2019
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60
-14 vs critic avg
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Read originalPJ O'Reilly
Nintendo LifeReview: Fantasy Strike - Taking The Fighting Genre Back To Basics
Published 7/24/2019
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+6 vs critic avg
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