Blades of Time

 PlayStation 3
Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 19
  3. Negative: 5 out of 19
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  1. Digital Chumps
    Mar 20, 2012
    72
    Simply put, Blades of Time is well worth your consideration if you enjoy third person action/adventure games.
  2. XGN
    Mar 26, 2012
    70
    Of all the games with low production values, this one isn't all that bad. It definitely has it flaws, but it's enjoyable so you could do a lot worse.
  3. GamingXP
    Mar 15, 2012
    68
    It's a step in the right direction, but the sequel to X-Blades still is not up to date. The graphics fall between Wii and PS3 standard (closer to Wii), the sounds are annoying and the gameplay still isn't satisfying. There is an online multiplayer and the time feature is a big advantage. Still, considering the low price, it could be interesting for hardcore hack'n'slay fans out of things to do (in).
  5. PSFocus
    Apr 3, 2012
    61
    The developer must think we are incredibly stupid, and while we thank them for taking the time to guide us through the game, explaining every tiny detail really hurts the experience. In the end this is a fun, if ugly game, but there are better choices out there.
  6. CD-Action
    Apr 12, 2012
    60
    It's a pity that Eastern European developers are usually on a budget to tight to transform their often great ideas into games that can be praised for something more than potential. The time rewind/character cloning feature of Blades of Time is very cool but the rest of the game is just not on par with it. [May 2012, p.70]
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  7. GameOver.gr
    Apr 4, 2012
    60
    Even though it is offered as a "budget-price title", Gaijin's latest is not capable of standing next to some great action/ hack 'n' slash games the genre has offered in this generation. Nevertheless Ayumi's blades and time manipulating capabilities can be charming.
  8. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Apr 3, 2012
    60
    Still, for a budget title, Time did manage to keep our attention longer than we anticipated. [May 2012, p.85]
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  9. GameSpot
    Mar 17, 2012
    60
    Blades of Time overcomes hurdles obstacles of its own creation with the strength of its novel time-twisting abilities.
  10. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Mar 16, 2012
    60
    It is, very much, a game of two halves. The production values are low – like kicking a three-legged kitten low – but the combat system is a crazy, unique joy. If someone, er, liberally 'borrowed' it in a title with a triple-A budget we could be looking at something really special.
  11. Vandal
    Apr 3, 2012
    58
    A disappointing game which promised much more, but has fallen midway. Its story is not inspiring enough, gameplay is just average and it also has important flaws in its very basic mechanics. Only for hardcore hack and slash fans.
  12. 4P.de
    Mar 12, 2012
    57
    I don't know if it was the best idea to move away from the comic style of the predecessor. But this engine with its' technical problems starting from bland textures up to framerate issues, not to mention the really bad voiceovers certainly won't help Ayumi to find an audience. Too bad, cause the core with linear exploration and fighting works surprisingly well.
  13. Everyeye.it
    Mar 20, 2012
    55
    This updated version of X-Blades has some interesting twists and a new mechanics that work well. But even leaving alone the awful multiplayer mode, a lumpish control scheme and major graphical issues (bad collision over all) spoil the global experience.
  14. Eurogamer Portugal
    May 2, 2012
    50
    It's not a bad game and it has its moments, but ends up being a victim of its low production values.
  15. Eurogamer Germany
    Mar 26, 2012
    50
    An average action-adventure, but with a little bonus for being likeable in an odd sort of way. That may not be much, but in some way a decent combat-system and a lovely lisp has to be rewarded.
  16. Game Informer
    Mar 21, 2012
    45
    I'm not your financial advisor, and I don't care how you spend your money. As one human being to another, I feel a responsibility to advise you not to bother with this boring mess. There are way better bad games out there to play, and even more good ones that are worth your time.
  17. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Apr 25, 2012
    42
    We're pretty sure the guys over at Gaijin Entertainment mean well. They have genuinely tried to improve the mediocre X-Blades, but that game didn't exactly raise the bar for the genre. This time Ayumi (now with more clothes on) travels to - wait for it - Dragonland. [May 2012, p.85]
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  18. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 7, 2012
    40
    Features; criminally stupid AI, rehashed enemies, ear-defiling voice acting and paint-by-numbers levels. This is 'so bad it's bad' gaming. [May 2012, p81]
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  19. Gameblog.fr
    Mar 19, 2012
    40
    Blades of Time had a good starting point with this time bending idea, allowing the player to clone himself for combat or puzzle purposes. But its basic level design, poor artistic direction, and overall confusing combat, when paired with an uninspired story render the game quite disappointing.
  20. Eurogamer Sweden
    Mar 26, 2012
    30
    Blades of Time is a decidely below-average game that tries to make up for it's generic nature by invoking the "sexy card". The treasure hunter Ayumi, is promoted in and out-of game as 'the sexy, gorgeous treasure hunter', but even her bare midriff can't hide the flaws in this action platformer. With a story and characters that are as thin and predictable as game manuals these days, there isn't much to appreciate in Blades of Time.

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7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 33 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 33
  3. Negative: 7 out of 33
  1. Shion16
    Mar 23, 2012
    10
    It has an interesting use of time and space concepts for combat and puzzle solving.
    The combat is kinda simple but is entertaining.
    The    It has an interesting use of time and space concepts for combat and puzzle solving.
    The combat is kinda simple but is entertaining.
    The enviroments are beautiful , the character model are pretty decent.
    I liked this games, its like a Prince of Persia game with better battle system.
    For a low budget game i totally enjoyed it.    … Full Review »
  2. YakusokuNoJi
    Jul 7, 2023
    8
    A very pretty looking choise of levels, interesting combat and this time at least a bit more story than X-Blades, though still lacking andA very pretty looking choise of levels, interesting combat and this time at least a bit more story than X-Blades, though still lacking and with the end of it very underwhelming. With me having a thing for anime-styled characters I think Ayumi does not look as good as her spiritual ancestor as well as did I miss the Gun-Blades but I really liked the game mechanics with the combat, the dashing and generally playing through what I thought of just very good looking and interesting levels, the choice of levels in general was a colourful mix and I guess that is what I like about it the most. A bit of a let-down for me might be though that the combat can be quite a bit too hard at times.… Full Review »
  3. Steyraus
    Mar 27, 2021
    4
    When your stuch on the first tutorial because the controls are so convaluted and the explation so vauge , you know your playing a world classWhen your stuch on the first tutorial because the controls are so convaluted and the explation so vauge , you know your playing a world class trash game. Even the beutifull leeding lady cant make this irritating game tolerable.… Full Review »
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