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Altered Beast

200540/100
Hack and slash/Beat 'em upAdventure

Sci-Fi

The 2005 iteration of this arcade classic reimagines its side-scrolling roots as a frenetic 3D brawler. Its core appeal lies in the satisfying transformation mechanic, letting you morph into a variety of mythical beasts with unique attacks. The simple, repetitive combat loop, combined with the over-the-top character designs and brutal finishers, creates a gleefully violent power fantasy that's easy to pick up and hard to put down.

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The story follows a man called Luke Custer who is a "Genome-Cyborg", a human whose DNA and other genetic make-up has been artificially altered by micro-chips containing the genetic make-up of other creatures to transform him into an anthropomorphic beast. After surviving a helicopter crash, Luke loses his memory and sets off to learn about the truth behind his past and the Genome-Cyborgs memory his is back.

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Astral Chain

2019 · Action

Like Altered Beast, you'll battle hordes of enemies with stylish combat, but the 'Legion' mechanic adds strategic depth and the sci-fi setting amplifies the action.

Why recommended

  • Fast-paced, combo-driven combat against waves of enemies that rewards skillful play and timing, echoing Altered Beast's core loop
  • Criteria — Action and Adventure are central to Astral Chain's gameplay, with exploration of a futuristic city and intense battles against mutated creatures
  • The game features a challenging difficulty, especially on higher settings, demanding mastery of the Legion system and precise execution of combos
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This action RPG shares Altered Beast's focus on intense combat and mythological themes, offering a challenging experience with a deep combat system.

Why recommended

  • The combat is fast-paced and demanding, requiring precise timing and skillful execution, similar to the combat in Altered Beast.
  • Criteria — Action and Adventure are core to the experience, with exploration of a world inspired by Chinese mythology and challenging boss battles.
  • The game's difficulty is designed to be challenging, with demanding boss fights and enemies, pushing players to master the combat system.

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