Chambara

The idea behind Chambara is as simple as it is brilliant. A local multiplayer game in which trying to catch a glimpse of your opponents' side of the screen is pretty much mandatory and it's not cheating (or you could consider it as cheating, but you still have to do it if you want to have a chance) and you have to build your strategy around it, aware that your opponents will do the same. The game mechanics are entirely focused around this core idea making the title both very accessible and quite challenging if you're facing a more experienced opponent. The art style has been seen in other games but it's still pleasing. I'd recommend it if you have the right people to play with. If you found this review helpful, please consider following my curator page for more: http://store.steampowered.com/curator/31397169/

Works wonderfully for getting that 3d shinobi fix. The game takes the minimalist approach, but the gameplay and what customization options are available (level variety and aesthetics of your bird ninjas) definately give you value for the cost. Otherwise, this game is perfect for 2-4 player couch gaming. Although, I'm kind of sad that their wasn't a 4 free for all mode (which i imagine would be tricky to impliment) the 2v2 should be good for getting everyone in on the fun.

Its a shame how dishonest game developers are these days. No "full controller support" and despite showing a Playstation logo on their website we were unable to get our playstation controllers to work. Steam has made it a point to destroy the Couch gaming Genre by allowing developers to forgo listing which controllers actually work for their games, resulting in refunds and headaches all around. But, I guess steam doesnt care. If it isn't obvious I left this game in my wishlist for a long time, and per the store page and their website all seemed like it would work perfectly, but we couldn't get our controllers to work. Furthermore, with only a mouse and keyboard we couldn't find a way to get out of the settings page. The settings also didn't include anything for controllers, alluding to how poorly done even the settings page was done. Great concept, poor execution.

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Amazing game! Controls are very smooth and fluid with no problems. The simple mechanics and gameplay with the additipon of "split screen stealth" makes it endlessly entertaining. Finally a game that has no sides or extras. Just click and play. Split Screen done to perfection.

Until now I never knew the pain of watching my girlfriend run me through with a guitar as she used her bird form to dash across a black and white city-scape to which I then exploded into maple leaves... Thank you Chambara my life is complete. TLDR: video first impressions and extended gameplay. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JaIw4nFFQ0 Chambara is a local co-op brawler in which you play samurai birds fighting in high contrast maps with only a main weapon and a throwing star to claim victory. First off: this is a wonderful local co-op game and has every right to stand along side games like overcooked, smash bros and towerfall in anyones line up of competitavce local co-op party games. My sole critique of the games is that its lack of an online multiplayer mode will hurt the longevity of it on a playform like Steam. Chambara is also available on the PS4 but Steam and the PC are not traditional local co-op platforms so this game may see rough long term returns. Aside from that the gameplay, handling, sound, visual, combat, and general feel of the game are superb. You controls are fluid and intutuive. The combat is fast paced and rewarding for clever play, and the visuals are gorgeous. The use of negative and positive space put this games asethetic into another category on its own. If you are looking for another local co-op when entertaining guests this should be a game you seriously consider.

Awesome local play game, very fun and engaging! You and your friends/family will have a great time. I have a lot more play time on another friends account. One major flaw is the 4th player is forced to use keyboard and mouse.

Very nice concept, extremely funny, but poor controller support. If you try to connect 2 PS controllers, game opens for 4 players and one controller works not. There is absolutely no way how to change anything about it in config. Development is dead and it's frustrating - the game has still huge potential.

jhj

Super fun game! As someone who's really bad at PvP combat, I found this very enjoyable as a couch co-op. Lots of screaming on my part cause I never know what hit me!