Blaster Master Zero II

Mechanics

Blaster Master Zero II is a classic, two-dimensional action game, combining elements of platform and shooter games. Depending on the level, players observe the action from the side or from above (from a side-scroll or top-down perspective). The player has a number of different levels to complete, full of dangerous enemies and other obstacles. As the game progresses, one also gets to discover the story prepared by the authors.

Developers have implemented several interesting mechanics in their production. A good example of this is the Gaea System - while traveling inside a vehicle, damage or falls from a high altitude generate energy that players accumulate and then use to attack enemies. Jason himself has also learned new tricks, such as the ability to counter enemy attacks called Blaster Counter.

With each level players can gradually develop both the ship and the pilot's skills - they do this by finding items on maps, so the detailed exploration of the game world plays a significant role. One can also meet NPCs across different locations - some of them are friendly, while others will fight the protagonist.

Game modes

In Blaster Master Zero II one can play alone or with others. The base of the game is a story campaign - the creators have not prepared any multiplayers modes.

Technical aspects

Visuals ofBlaster Master Zero II resemble what one might know from the first installment in the Blaster Master series. 2D character models have been developed in the characteristic pixel art convention. The artistic style evokes associations with manga and anime. The whole experience is enriched with decently animated lighting effects (e.g. explosions, lasers).