Gundam Breaker 4: Nostalgia and Customization

Plot: A Game Within a Game

Right off the bat, the game puts you as a beta tester for a new game called Gunpla Battle Blaze: Beyond Borders (GB4)which already breaks the fourth wall, putting you inside a universe where players control customized Gunplas in online battles. It's almost like playing an even more insane version of Sword Art Onlinebut with giant robots and without all that life or death drama (or almost, right?).

The story itself is cute, (a bit silly) even predictable, with a new cast and some familiar faces from previous Gundam Breaker installments. The plot has subtle and direct references to various Gundam series and even other games like Final Fantasybut the highlight is the humor and lightness with which everything is treated. Oh, and the villain? A bit bland, trying to launch some philosophical ideas that sound as forced as trying to get Mario into a fight Street Fighter. But who cares, right? We're here to destroy robots, not to solve existential crises.

Gameplay: Breaking Everything and Customizing Every Last Pixel Gundam Breaker 4 is, at its core, a stylish, customization-heavy beat-'em-up. Each mission throws you into an arena filled with popular Gundam robots, and the goal is simple: smash them all, steal parts from the defeated, and assemble your own metal Frankenstein. It's kind of like a Devil of mechas, but with much more neon and explosions.

And if you think you're just going to go around pressing buttons, you're wrong. The game has a customization interface that's practically occupational therapy. Want to adjust the height of your mecha's antenna or paint its armor with that golden detail that only you'll notice? You're in! You can do that. Want to equip your mecha's arm? Barbatos with the legs of the Unicorn Gundam? Go for it, because you're the boss here! The level of detail is so insane that you can even create those robots Super Deformed (SD)with tiny heads and bodies that look like they came straight out of a comedy anime.

Combat: A Blast of Fun Combat is where the game really shines. Every part of your Gundam directly affects its abilities and attacks. Equipping the Gundam's legs Infinite Justice Gundamfor example, you gain lightsabers as an additional attack. Already putting the backpack on Full Armor Unicornyou unlock an entire arsenal of weapons. And it doesn't stop there: special abilities, such as the Trans-Am or the Exam Systemare also part of the fun, bringing that taste of overpower that we love so much.

Special attacks are divided into OP attacks and EX attackswhere OPs are released on cooldown and EXs require an energy bar that fills up as you deal and receive damage. It's a gameplay that makes you think strategically, but without losing the adrenaline. Imagine the pleasure of unleashing a lightsaber combo and then blowing everything up with a volley of missiles. It's that “nothing can go wrong” moment that makes you smile as chaos takes over the screen.

Weapons and Equipment: Choose Your Poison

In addition to the robot parts, you also have the option to equip two melee weapons and two ranged weapons. Each weapon has its own combat style, from laser swords to martial arts fists. It's kind of like a Monster Hunterbut with giant mechas and a lot more explosions. The game allows for an absurd variety of combinations, and finding what works best is half the fun.

And don't think that you can just pick up a gun and start shooting. Guns have a heating system that forces you to think before you pull the trigger. No spamming bullets; you have to be precise, or your gun will end up overheating and failing you at the worst possible moment.

Progression and Rewards: More Than Just Chunks of Metal

In the world of Gundam Breaker 4each part you collect has different levels and rarities. This means that even the weakest robot parts can be turned into true machines of destruction, if you know what you're doing. In addition, the game features a system of passive skills that can be combined or upgraded, offering even more customization and depth. Want to regenerate health when dealing damage? You can. Want to increase the cooldown speed of your skills? You can too. It's almost a RPG hidden inside an action game.

Online and Co-op: Show Your Toy to the World Half the fun of a game this customizable is being able to show off your creations to others, and Gundam Breaker 4 doesn't disappoint. With a robust online system, you can play cooperatively, create a clan to share parts, compete in tournaments, and even face off against AI-controlled versions of other players' mechs in missions. Bounty Hunter. The PvP mode is not as prominent, which is a relief for those who prefer the more balanced PvE experience, unlike the disaster that was New Gundam Breaker.

And if you're into creating epic scenes, the game even lets you build complex dioramas, where you can position your mechas in dramatic poses and add special effects. It's an added detail that will have Gundam fans drooling, because there's nothing quite like seeing your favorite mecha frozen in an epic moment.

Visuals and Sound: Plastic Never Looked So Good Gundam Breaker 4

Well, it may not be a game that will win awards for its graphics, but that doesn't matter. The somewhat “plastic” visual style fits perfectly with the game's proposal, after all, we are talking about Gunpla! The soundtrack is cool, although not memorable, and the English dub surprises with a quality that you wouldn't expect from such a niche game. The game is also very well translated into Brazilian Portuguese, which is very interesting to us! Sure, there are some weird translations here and there, but nothing that will ruin the experience.

Pros:

• Extreme and detailed wick customization
• Fun combat with a variety of weapons and abilities
• Robust online co-op and clan creation system

Cons:

• Confusing menus overloaded with options
• Predictable story with poorly developed villain
• Limited gameplay variety despite customization

Final Grade: 7/10

A Game Made for Fans If you are a Gundam fan and enjoy customization, Gundam Breaker 4 is a must-have. It not only improves in everything it Gundam Breaker 3 did, as it brings an absurd amount of customization options and fun gameplay. It's the kind of game that keeps you engaged for hours, whether you're adjusting every detail of your mecha or beating up hordes of enemies. And, of course, if you want to show off your creations to the world, the robust online system is there for that. So, now you know: grab your assembly kit and go to battle, because the battlefield awaits you!