Bit.Trip Saga on 3DS, compilation of Gaijin Games' abstract rhythm and action games. Minimalist and hypnotic gameplay with an excellent electronic soundtrack. A unique experience for creative indie fans.
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Compilation1 player3+
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Compilation of the six Bit.Trip saga entries, minimalist rhythm and arcade games with 8-bit aesthetics and chiptune music. Published by Aksys Games, released in Europe in October 2011. All six complete Bit.Trip games, visual effects exploiting 3DS stereo, captivating chiptune soundtrack, progressive difficulty. Multilingual version.
Bit.Trip Saga review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
MAX
Music
★★★★★
"Legendary"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
It all rests on a generous chiptune that builds to the rhythm of your actions: every bounce, every jump adds a layer to the melody. The 8-bit electro fuses with the gameplay to the point that playing becomes composing live. This retro rhythmic high, clever and heady, is the whole flavour of the compilation.
Bit.Trip Saga gathers the six entries of the Bit.Trip series, minimalist rhythm and arcade games with an 8-bit aesthetic and entrancing chiptune music. The fusion of musical precision and arcade action stays remarkably demanding and intense, and the stereoscopic effect brings welcome readability. The steep difficulty can put off, but the hypnotic rush of the best passages amply compensates. For fans of tough rhythm games and creative arcade experiences, this compilation remains a superb condensed package.
