Get ready to unleash some pixelated destruction in Blazing Trail, as it launches on Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.
Blazing Trail, an intense isometric shoot ’em up infused with retro charm, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
This action-packed title from Eastasiasoft, Ratalaika Games, and Gamenergy Studio (published by Eastasiasoft & Gamenergy) throws you into the driver’s seat of an advanced military vehicle for just £10.74.
Humanity’s fate rests on your shoulders (and trigger finger!). You’re tasked with escaping the clutches of terrorists using a powerful vehicle you helped develop, blasting your way through enemy territory to save the world from their maniacal plans.
Isometric Mayhem & Destruction
Blazing Trail offers classic shoot ’em up action from an isometric, overhead perspective. Prepare for:
- Intense Combat: Use machine guns, missiles, and laser power-ups to obliterate enemy soldiers, vehicles, and aircraft.
- Environmental Destruction: Demolish buildings and watchtowers, destroy gates, and carve a path through 7 sprawling combat zones.
- Strategic Maneuvering: Evade relentless enemy fire using advanced piloting techniques within the isometric viewpoint.
- Hostage Rescues: Keep an eye out for captured allies to save along the way.
Boss Battles & Co-op Carnage
Each of the seven zones culminates in a massive boss battle, testing your skills against huge enemy warships with unique weapons and attack patterns.
While you can tackle the mission solo, Blazing Trail also features local cooperative multiplayer, allowing you to team up with a friend and double the firepower as you blaze through enemy lines together.
Retro Style from eastasiasoft
Presented in retro pixel art graphics optimised for HD widescreen displays, Blazing Trail delivers nostalgic visuals alongside its modern action.
Publisher Eastasiasoft is well-known for bringing a constant stream of budget-friendly indie titles to Xbox, including recent puzzle games like Hegzis and Moving Houses. Blazing Trail adds a dose of explosive arcade action to their diverse portfolio.
Key Features
- Isometric/Vertical Co-op Shooter: Blast through enemies from an overhead perspective.
- Escape Narrative: Hijack an advanced vehicle and flee from terrorists.
- Destructible Environments: Demolish buildings, towers, and gates.
- 7 Sprawling Zones & Boss Battles: Fight through diverse areas and face huge bosses.
- Weapon Variety: Utilise machine guns, missiles, and lasers.
- Solo & Local Co-op: Play alone or team up with a friend.
- Retro Pixel Art Style: Classic visuals in HD widescreen.
Ready to Hit the Blazing Trail?
Blazing Trail looks set to deliver explosive isometric shooting action, perfect for fans of retro arcade games and co-op mayhem. It’s available right now on the Xbox Store for £10.74, similarly priced on the PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop.
Grab a co-pilot, power up your weapons, and start your escape!
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Blazing Trail Description
Humanity’s fate rides with you in this vertical co-op shooter, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay. Blazing Trail is an isometric pixel art shooter that requires daring on-the-fly strategy. Use machine guns, missiles and laser power-ups to take down enemy soldiers, demolish buildings and watchtowers, destroy gates, shoot down aircrafts and face off against huge bosses across 7 sprawling combat zones.
