Blaster Master Zero

 3DS
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. FNintendo
    Apr 2, 2017
    70
    Keeping itself faithful to the spirit of the original rather than to its casing, Blaster Master Zero brings the original classic to today's world while keeping the main tenets of its identity intact. This is a nostalgic experience that is not afraid to use some contemporary clothing and which fully satisfies its purpose of recreating a successful 2D experience, even if its difficulty level might suggest otherwise.
  2. IGN
    Mar 15, 2017
    70
    While it’s a shame that its dungeon dwelling enemies are far too easily exploited, Blaster Master Zero is ultimately an enjoyable reimagining of a largely overlooked 8-bit classic thanks to the rewarding exploration-focussed structure of its side-scrolling overworld. There are enough secret rooms and power-ups to seek out (including an additional ending), that I was compelled to scour every last inch over the course of my eight-hour completion time. It’s a good reboot; just not a Masterful one.
  3. TheSixthAxis
    Apr 6, 2017
    60
    Structurally, Blaster Master Zero is a significant step forward for the franchise, but provided you are actively avoiding getting hit, the game is just too easy. Mildly more interesting when driving around in a tank than gunning down mutants on foot, it’s probably a great entry point to the series for more inexperienced gamers. It’s just a shame that this reintroduction doesn’t provide much of a challenge.

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7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 3 out of 12
  1. novahyou
    Apr 3, 2017
    8
    BMZ got very little coverage, and it's a shame because it does what games used to do in the 8/16-bit era: 10% cutscenes, 90% gameplay. And theBMZ got very little coverage, and it's a shame because it does what games used to do in the 8/16-bit era: 10% cutscenes, 90% gameplay. And the latter is quite solid thanks to the strong foundation this game is based upon: the original Blaster Master games with some sprinkles of Metroid and Smash TV. If you happen to love games that focus on exploration, upgrading your character and unlocking new stuff pretty frequently, this will please you. It also has very little filler, so you aren't bored at all by the time you finish it. The game's two main flaws is being kinda easy for the most part and lacking a bit of enemy variety. Other than that, a very nice game.… Full Review »
  2. Kingpinn02
    Mar 17, 2018
    9
    SHORT VERSION: It's an awesome sidescroller and super addicting!

    Being born over decade after the release of the NES, it goes without    SHORT VERSION: It's an awesome sidescroller and super addicting!

    Being born over decade after the release of the NES, it goes without saying that I was never able to experience the original Blaster Master. That being said, I have played and enjoyed many titles by Inti Creates including the Mega Man Zero series and the two Shantae games they co-developed. I had high hopes for this game after discovering their involvement.

    GAME-PLAY: You pilot a tank called "Sophia III" and use it to explore various areas to fight bosses and find hidden upgrades. Sophia controls great, it's an awesome feeling to jump around and shoot an unsuspecting enemy. The best part about Sophia would have to be the upgrades you can find. These abilities, such as hovering, underwater mobility, and wall climbing, make it even more convenient to explore and are just really fun to use overall.

    Besides Sophia, there are certain portions of the game where you control her pilot, Jason, in an overhead view when exploring caves to small for Sophia to enter. Jason is equipped with a blaster rifle that upgrades when he picks up pink pellets and downgrades whenever he is hit. Upgrades can come pretty easily since it isn't hard to find pink pellets, but that's why it downgrades with only one hit until you find the necessary upgrade that makes it two hits.

    I usually get overwhelmed by exploration games, but there's radar that let's you know when you're close to an objective. On top of which, every area has a room with an area map hidden in it. Finding this map helps you locate unexplored parts of the area. I almost felt like a pirate searching for treasure whenever I found these XD.

    FINAL THOUGHTS: Blaster Master Zero's an amazing game with areas that are a blast to explore and a tank that's an even bigger blast to control. Part of me is now considering giving the original game from how much fun I had.

    Wait a second... a reboot to a dormant series with lackluster sequels that mainly bases it's self on the original and has the word "Zero" in it's name... OH MY GOSH, IT'S STAR FOX ZERO!!!    … Full Review »
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