Assault Spy may look just a little extra buttoned-up than Devil May Cry with its cubicle farms and sharp enterprise fits, however this combo-heavy brawler is able to lower free because it leaves early entry right this moment. Developed by tiny Japanese crew Wazen, it’s a game about foolish dialogue, anime company espionage gone improper and a complete lot of kicking robots (a few of that are lovable) within the face, or no matter face-equivalent they’re geared up with. Check out the punchy (and kicky) launch trailer under that includes the game’s catchy soundtrack.
While Assault Spy’s environments are a dull-looking lot, it seems like an intentional stylistic selection. The shiny splashes of color on the 2 playable characters (Japanese company spy Asaru and American agent Amelia) and most enemies helps them stand out and preserve fights readable. Handy, whenever you’re attempting to dodge each swing and preserve your combo alive. From the bit I performed some time in the past, it’s not particularly arduous to make progress, however getting a excessive rating in every battle requires much more finesse – there’s a excessive ability ceiling, prompting combo videos even in early access.
I’ve not had a take a look at Assault Spy since its first days in early entry, but it surely seems to be just like the game has grown quite a bit since its debut back in May. Wazen have squashed bugs (together with some amusing game-shattering exploits that speedrunners discovered), added much more content material and a second playable character. While Asaru principally whacks factor along with his briefcase and umbrella, Amelia mixes punches, kicks and outsized pink, white and blue weapons – she is American, in spite of everything. Personally, I’m simply completely satisfied to see a smaller staff on a decrease finances tackle the style, and seemingly pull it off.
Assault Spy is out now on Steam for £25/25/$30, with localisation and publishing dealt with by NIS America.
