BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma EXTEND

As such, it’s tougher to recommend BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend to those wishing to get more out of it than a solid fighting game experience. However, the two new characters that join the growing cast are great additions and the conversion to the next-gen consoles is almost completely successful.

What does the Extend update add to the package? A few new bits of plot, a handful of previously DLC-exclusive content, and a nice tweaking and rebalancing of the gameplay. The only problem is that, unless a newcomer to the series or not in possession of the original (or a very big fan), there's no real reason to try this out - at least, not before the price drops a bit.

It may not match the subtle finesse or wider fame of heavy-hitting giants such as Tekken and Street Fighter, but instead delivers an ambitious take on storytelling in fighting games. Though this approach and delivery will not appeal to everybody, what remains is nonetheless a superb fighter with variety and much to enjoy, boasting qualities more than worthwhile in their own right.