Inti’s creation is branching out
[Update:Nicalis isn’t quite done spilling the beans onBlade Strangersas it just confirmed Quote fromCave Storywill be a playable character too. Check out his video below.]
2018 is going to end up as one the greatest years for fighters in a very long time. It started off strong withDragon Ball FighterZ, a game that could end up being the most popular title at this year’s EVO, andDissidia Final Fantasy NT.Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[st]followed shortly after and SNK has been rummaging through its back catalog to fill up the various digital storefronts almost on a weekly basis.
But perhaps the best are still yet to come. Later this month will see the release of theStreet Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection, followed by DLC-heavyBlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle. There’s alsoSoulcalibur VIto remember,SNK Heroinesis carving its own path, and, oh yeah, we’re getting a newSmash.
If you’re thirsty for fighters, 2018 has you covered, but try not to get your fill before trying outBlade Strangers. This crossover fighter from Studio Saizensen was revealed last year and has been quietly building towards its Summer release. It’s actually the fighter I’m most looking forward to, and if I wasn’t champing at the bit before, a recent tweet from publisher Nicalis has me Googling whatever the hell a ‘bit’ is.
Yesterday, Nicalis confirmed Gunvolt ofAzure Striker GunvoltandMighty Gunvolt Burstfame will be a featured fighter in the game, and he looks awesome.
GUNVOLT Joins the Fight!From@IntiCreatesEN‘s Azure Striker Gunvolt 2, this versatile hero is light, quick and electrifying!Playable in#BladeStrangerson#NintendoSwitch#PS4#Steamsummer 2018!pic.twitter.com/GZjjy2IX0Y
— Nicalis, Inc. (@nicalis)July 27, 2025
QUOTE Enters the Fray!#CaveStory+’s silent protagonist brings his trusty Polar Star into battle!Playable in#BladeStrangers, coming to#NintendoSwitch#PS4#Steamthis summer!pic.twitter.com/bxlJA03hbK
Blade Strangerswill release this Summer for Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC at a highly agreeable retail price of $39.99.
