Get ready to unleash your inner monster hunter! Night Slashers: Remake, the revitalised arcade brawler from Data East, is back to paint the town red (quite literally).
A classic, remade
Originally unleashed in 1993, this cult classic is set to deliver a fresh dose of horror-themed beat ’em up action for a new generation of gamers. And it’s available today on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and PC. For how much? Well, a mere £8.39.
For those unfamiliar with the original (a game that is present on Antstream Arcade), Night Slashers throws you into a world overrun by the undead. You’ll take control of one of four badass heroes: Jake Hunter, the cyborg slayer; Christopher Smith, the vampire vanquisher; Hong Hua Zhao, the martial arts master; or Liu Feilin, the opera-singing ass-kicker.
Each character brings their unique skills to the table as you battle through hordes of zombies, werewolves, and other nightmarish creatures.
Key game features
- Classic Beat ‘Em Up Gameplay – Night Slashers: Remake stays true to its roots, offering classic side-scrolling beat ’em up action reminiscent of genre-defining games like Streets of Rage and TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge. Players will battle through multiple levels, including one secret stage, each culminating in a showdown with a powerful boss.
- Four Playable Characters – Choose from three unique characters from the classic version of the game, plus an additional character added in the remake!
- Local Multiplayer for Up to Four Players – You don’t have to face the restless hordes of the undead alone—team up with up to four players in local multiplayer mode, where each player controls a different character with an extensive set of moves.
- Advanced Combat Mechanics – Master a variety of combat options, including combos, jump attacks, grappling moves, and running strikes. Each character also has devastating special moves that can turn the tide of battle—at the cost of some of their own health.
- Spectacular Screen-Clearing Attacks – When the situation gets dire, unleash a powerful screen-clearing attack that decimates all enemies in sight. These attacks come with a significant health cost, but the carnage they unleash is well worth the sacrifice.
- Diverse and Horrifying Enemies – Face off against an army of the undead, including zombies, mutants, werewolves, and other nightmarish creatures. Each level is packed with terrifying foes and iconic horror-themed bosses like Dracula, mummies, golems, and Frankenstein’s monster.
- Unique Horror Theme – Night Slashers: Remake stands out with its grim, horror-infused world. The game features atmospheric music and cartoon-style gore that will delight fans of classic horror movies and games alike.
- Additional Custom Modes – In the Remake version, you can set your own rules for the game beyond the classic difficulty levels. Time limits? Exploding corpses? It’s all here. But are you brave (or crazy) enough to try it?
Buy now!
Night Slashers: Remake is more than just a nostalgia trip; it’s a full-blown celebration of arcade brawling with a gruesome twist. With updated visuals, enhanced gameplay, and new content, this remake is sure to satisfy both veteran fans and newcomers alike.
So, gather your friends, grab your controllers, and prepare to paint the town red… with the blood of the undead!
Night Slashers: Remake is out now on Xbox, downloadable through the Xbox Store.
It’s also on the stores of PlayStation, PC and Nintendo Switch.
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Night Slashers: Remake Description
Night Slashers is a pulse-pounding, horror-themed beat ’em up game, in a nightmarish world filled with bloodthirsty creatures and unspeakable horrors. Prepare to step into the shoes of the unlikely heroes, as they battle hordes of supernatural foes and terrifying monsters. In Night Slashers, you’re not just fighting for survival: you’re battling to save the world from a supernatural apocalypse. Join the fight, experience the adrenaline, and embrace the horror. Your darkest nightmares await… Night Slashers is a classic arcade game that originated in 1993 and still stands as one of the best titles in the beat ’em up genre to this day! Gameplay consists of seven distinct stages, each subdivided into multiple sections. You can advance by navigating from left to right within each stage, combating waves of enemies to progress. Attempting to proceed further without eliminating foes halts the screen’s scroll until all the threats are dealt with. Upon reaching the end of each level, a climactic showdown with a formidable boss awaits. Achieve victory over the boss to advance.
