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Bare Knuckle III

1994
Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
This side-scrolling brawler perfected the art of responsive combat. Bare Knuckle III's tight controls and brutal special moves made each encounter a visceral, satisfying exchange. The branching paths and multiple endings offered surprising depth for the genre, encouraging replays to discover all the secrets hidden within its neon-drenched streets.

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The city of Wood Oak recently experienced a catalysmic event. An experimental weapon called "Rakushin" detonated in the city's suburbs, causing the deaths of 30000 people and wounded 80000 more. Alarmed with this terrifying event, the Police Department assigns two of their top detectives, Axel Stone and Blaze Fielding, two of the heroes who saved the city in the past, to investigate the incident and bring those responsible to justice. Meanwhile, tension rises in the Lima Region, inhabited by a number of nations looking for an excuse to start a war. One of the representatives of the Lima countries, General Ivan Petrov has been invited to the White House for peace talks but now he is reported missing. Soon after these events, Axel and Blaze were contacted by a mysterious man named Gilbert Zan, who claims to be the man who invented the Rakushin. Zan claims that his research is being used by the powers who intend to use it for destructive purposes. But can he be trusted? Is the horrible attack that took place in Wood Oak City somehow connected to the conflict brewing in Lima? Why is General Petrov missing? Timing is very suspicious. Is someone using Wood Oak City as a testing ground for their new weapons? Are Lima countries potential buyers? Too many questions, too little time. Every second wasted brings the city one step closer to disaster. Lives of the citizens under your protection, and possibly, millions of others are hanging in balance.

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Like Bare Knuckle III, Astral Chain offers fast-paced, stylish combat with a focus on chaining attacks and managing multiple weapons. The varied environments and exploration add an adventure element.

Why recommended

  • Fast-paced, combo-driven combat with a variety of weapons and abilities, similar to Bare Knuckle III's focus on close-quarters brawling
  • Criteria — Action gameplay is at the core, with a high skill ceiling and demanding encounters that require precise timing and strategic use of abilities
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This action RPG shares Bare Knuckle III's emphasis on responsive combat, but adds a layer of depth with RPG elements and a challenging difficulty.

Why recommended

  • Fast-paced combat with a focus on mastering enemy attack patterns and precise timing, reminiscent of Bare Knuckle III's demanding encounters
  • Criteria — Challenging Difficulty, requiring players to learn enemy behaviors and master a variety of skills and abilities
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Like Bare Knuckle III, Shadows: Awakening offers a mix of action combat and exploration, with a focus on strategic decision-making and character progression.

Why recommended

  • Hack and slash combat with a variety of characters and abilities, similar to Bare Knuckle III's focus on close-quarters brawling
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