fighting game
The Last Blade
By SNK, released 1 Jan 1997
- PlayStation Portable
- Microsoft Windows
- Neo Geo
- arcade video game
What it is
The Last Blade is a 2D weapons-based fighting game from SNK, set during the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate. Its Arcade mode lets players choose from 12 characters, with two boss characters unlockable, and select either Power mode for simple, highly damaging play or the more technical Speed mechanic. Players face ten opponents and can learn about their character through the endings. Steam also supports online multiplayer through Invite a Friend and Lobby features, plus leaderboards for checking ranks and scores. Settings cover video, controls, and sound volume, and the menu language can be changed through the game's Properties. The Steam feature list includes single-player, PvP, shared-screen PvP, achievements, full controller support, leaderboards, and Remote Play Together. It is listed for Windows and published by SNK CORPORATION.
What players like, and what they don't
- Power and Speed mechanics offer distinct play styles
- Online PvP includes Invite a Friend and Lobby
- Leaderboards track ranks and scores
- Full controller support
- Steam lists Windows only
- Arcade mode has ten opponents
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a weapons-based fighter with both solo Arcade play and PvP options. The Power and Speed mechanics offer a choice between simpler, high-damage play and a more technical style.
The Last Blade offers a solo Arcade mode alongside online and shared-screen PvP. Its two play mechanics give players different approaches to its character roster.
