Black Rock Shooter: The Game

 PSP
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 41 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 41
  3. Negative: 7 out of 41

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  1. TheAtomicTofu
    Sep 23, 2013
    8
    Although it does not look like it,the gameplay is repetitive and one may actually find joy if their preferences includes quick reflexes to beat their opponents
  2. tacamine
    May 3, 2017
    10
    This is a very good game! The anime is nothing compare to THIS JEWEL!
    The idea is simply super Original.
    And the history is very good, but the manga "Black Rock Shooter The Game" is pretty best.
  3. Thegodfatherson
    May 20, 2013
    10
    Just don't ask me how addicted I am to Black Rock Shooter The Game! Crisp visuals, good story and good graphics. Rpg fans will crave this title. The story is about Shooters in the next dimension who stop Fighters. The movie and comics link together for a good time on PSP. Go buy it right now.
  4. feinmotoriker
    Aug 4, 2013
    10
    I loved this game. Epic dystopian storyline with great characters, superb moments and twists, always exciting (unique) battle system with tactics and action, huge boss fights, varied surroundings with distinct atmosphere, top-quality interface design, graphics absolutely OK for psp possibilities (don't know how anybody can even complain about this point), mission based progression systemI loved this game. Epic dystopian storyline with great characters, superb moments and twists, always exciting (unique) battle system with tactics and action, huge boss fights, varied surroundings with distinct atmosphere, top-quality interface design, graphics absolutely OK for psp possibilities (don't know how anybody can even complain about this point), mission based progression system makes it even more rewarding. Game let's you experience things you might have never imagined. I'm impressed.… Expand
  5. PsychicFetus
    May 12, 2013
    8
    Though the game leaves much to be desired, the simple combat system and fast mission based story mode makes the game a lot more bearable. That said the games age shows. With copy-pasted areas, jagged edges, vague story, and lack of characterization for the main character as well as the villains; the game leaves much to be desired. However, with all that said the game is still worthThough the game leaves much to be desired, the simple combat system and fast mission based story mode makes the game a lot more bearable. That said the games age shows. With copy-pasted areas, jagged edges, vague story, and lack of characterization for the main character as well as the villains; the game leaves much to be desired. However, with all that said the game is still worth picking up. Its story, though vague, is original and a few characters are memorable.… Expand
  6. TheNotuJP
    Apr 23, 2013
    9
    Even though this game came out about 2 years ago originally in japan, it still rocks! (get it?) it's an action game with rpg elements, not as complicated as monster hunter but still pretty in depth if you're into that type of thing, the action is the best part, story is good specially if you're into the BRS Anime/Manga or you've watched the OVA, buy this game, we can still make the pspEven though this game came out about 2 years ago originally in japan, it still rocks! (get it?) it's an action game with rpg elements, not as complicated as monster hunter but still pretty in depth if you're into that type of thing, the action is the best part, story is good specially if you're into the BRS Anime/Manga or you've watched the OVA, buy this game, we can still make the psp last a couple more years!… Expand
  7. KawaMau
    Sep 26, 2016
    7
    An ok game, good things about it: the story is good and could work a little better if the game was a little different, bad things about it: the combat isn't very fun just standing there shooting can be fun, but not in this case, but there's only so much you can do with a system. Btw the graphics are good as well as the interface. It could be better if it was designed around the story fromAn ok game, good things about it: the story is good and could work a little better if the game was a little different, bad things about it: the combat isn't very fun just standing there shooting can be fun, but not in this case, but there's only so much you can do with a system. Btw the graphics are good as well as the interface. It could be better if it was designed around the story from the anime instead of a new one.… Expand
  8. MrRandom
    Apr 28, 2013
    3
    BRS is pretty disappointing. While the battle system is pretty fun, it quickly gets repetitive thanks to the limited amount of enemy types that require the same tactics to defeat. Furthermore, the rest of the game is pretty bland. Character models are nice, but the environments and enemies are mostly boring and repeated far too much. The story is ok, but it isn't amazing.
  9. Mr_Eleganto
    Aug 5, 2021
    8
    I'll just say it's one of the best exclusive titles on PSP, don't miss it!!
  10. elpidio1560
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    Assim o jogo é um dos exclusivos mais legais que surgiu no PSP é um jogo meio RPG mas é um prato cheio para os fãs do anime original. Se você tem o PSP ou PSVita não perca tempo jogo porque vai valer muita pena para você.

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#2 Best PSP Game of 2013
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#2 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2013
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#1 Most Shared PSP Game of 2013

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Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. RPGamer
    Aug 23, 2013
    40
    The best indicator of whether a given gamer will appreciate Black Rock Shooter is its visual style. The game offers moderately entertaining combat and sad girls in snow, but these can be obtained elsewhere at a fraction of the aggravation. At its core, the story is a familiar one that isn't able to justify its retelling with a new twist. There is something to be said for a game that embraces zoning out and rhythmically blowing things up, but it's not always a straight-up compliment. Look, but don't touch.
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  2. Worth Playing
    Jun 27, 2013
    70
    There are better RPGs on the system, but for fans and those looking for something a little different, Black Rock Shooter will hit the spot for a while.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 11, 2013
    40
    Basic gameplay, a by-the-numbers story, and graphics from a bygone era leave this PSP port stuck between a rock and a really outdated place. [July 2013, p.100]
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