Bleach: The 3rd Phantom

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #5679 in Video Games

Brand: Sega Of America, Inc.

Model: 67026

Published on: 2009-09

Released on: 2009-09-15

ESRB Rating: Teen

Platform: Nintendo DS

Number of items: 1

Dimensions: .62" h x 5.12" w x 5.75" l, .25 pounds

Features

Gamers choose between two playable lead characters for two unique gameplay experiences with over 30 hours of gameplay in Story mode alone

For the first time in the series players create and command their own team of eight Soul Reapers

Over 50 characters that can be selected to join in battles, each with their own special attacks and some with Bankai

After completing Story mode, players will continue to power up their team in BLEACH Tower mode which contains 30 levels and contains a wireless multiplayer mode for two players

Players will find rare BLEACH items including Health Boosts, Spiritual Pressure enhancements, weapon items and hard-to-find BLEACH characters in story and BLEACH Tower mode

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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
BLEACH: The 3rd Phantom delivers a whole new gameplay experience that gives players complete tactical control for the first time. Commanding a battle party of eight Soul Reapers, players strategize where to place team members on the battlefield and how best to empower each member with special tactical skills. The Nintendo DS-exclusive storyline reveals exciting details from before the start of the anime series and introduces fraternal twin Soul Reapers, Matsuri Kudo and her brother, Fujimaru. The powerful duo drives the exciting expedition through the spirit-filled world in over 30 hours of gameplay.

Fun unique levels View larger. Cooperate with other players View larger. Compete with other players View larger Synopsis Based on the popular manga written by Tite Kubo, Bleach The 3rd Phantom is a spin-off storyline in the Bleach universe written by Tite Kubo himself. The 3rd Phantom is not a fighting game, but a turn-based tactic game making it unique to the previous fighting Bleach versions. Key Game Features: Original Storyline Developed for the Nintendo DS. Two playable lead characters deliver two unique storylines, with over 30 hours of gameplay in Story mode alone. Team-based Gameplay. Players select their teams from a cast of over 50 BLEACH characters and command them in battle. Extensive Gameplay Modes. After completing Story mode, there are 30 levels in BLEACH Tower mode to explore and a wireless multiplayer battle mode for two players. Unlockable Content. Players will unlock rare BLEACH items including Health Boosts, Spiritual Pressure enhancements, weapon items and hard-to-find BLEACH characters. Fight with another team! Two teams fight each others on an isometrically viewed battlefield. Similar to the previous Bleach games, when a character attacks an opponent the screen switches to a side view. If two teammates are near the same opponent, they can perform a tag team move more powerful than the basic ones which may make it easier to kill an enemy. The game also allows you to use kido and other special moves. Once the player has won the battle, his characters will earn experience points which will increase their stats and unlock new abilities.

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Customer Reviews

If you love Bleach, then this game is for you!
This game has fast become one of my favorite Strategy RPGs of all time! Besides capturing the true essence of Bleach, it allows for multiple playthrough without getting too stale. The story is exactly from the world of Bleach. I only wish the existing Bleach Characters talked in Japanese when they perform their Shikai and Bankai moves! AMAZING!

Good game for fans of Bleach
While I found this game enjoyable, as it lasts for a while, and definitely a must have game for any Bleach fan, it is the pace of this game that leaves more to be desired. The in-battle pace is very, very slow, which can be a bit frustrating, and there is no way to change it.

A Bit of a Disappointment Compared to Previous Installments
I'm a big fan of the Bleach series over all, and I own the previous two games for DS released in the United States - The Blade of Fate and Dark Souls. Compared to those, Third Phantom is a bit of a disappointment.

First, your choices in the game are very limited - you chose whether to play as one of two twin soul reapers, neither of whom is featured in the show. Second, be prepared to deal with a loooong back story. This game is very story intensive. And, you have to continually hit the A button to move the dialog along.

However, the biggest disappointment to me by far is the battle mode. This is set up more like an old game boy advance game than either of the previous two. You select to move your character and then chose to battle or guard. You can not chose which moves you will use or control your character during battle. You do not use your stylus or your shoulder buttons at all, so essentially it fails to make use of the elements that make the Nintendo DS unique.

If you're a huge fan of the show like I am, then it's worth at least renting, because you get to see all of your favorite characters in a story arc that deals with the past and the present. However, if you're looking for a great battle game, I'd save your money and buy Blade of Fate or Dark Souls instead.

Price: $31.92

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