Bladestar

Bladestar

Fair Weather Studios · 2016 · Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Sci-fi, Arcade, Shooter

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About Bladestar

Bladestar is a sci-fi cinematic action shooter featuring visually rich worlds with potentially endless enemies on each level. Defend the galaxy flying a Manta Starfighter through asteroid, mine, and debris fields. Pilots can switch between three different weapons and collects numerous power-ups battling pirates, rebels, and aliens. Players can customize their pilots with upgrades and collect experience to unlock additional ship customizations.

Key Features

  • Over 50 action packed waves to conquer across 6 worlds.
  • Procedurally generated content means it is never the same game twice.
  • Eight powerful bosses.
  • Customize your play style by learning different pilot skills in the Skill Tree.
  • Over a dozen different enemies and obstacles.
  • Unlockable custom paint schemes.
  • Waves are beaten by collecting items. There are no timers and no need to destroy all the enemies.
  • Unlockable secret level.
  • 36 in game achievements which earn you experience.
  • Multiple endings.
  • Story and Arcade modes.
  • Partial Controller support.

Will you defend the frontier?

Our plan is to make Bladestar the first in a series of games set in this universe.

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

Players describe Bladestar as a repetitive sci-fi shooter with procedurally generated levels across six worlds and numerous enemy waves, but many find the gameplay monotonous with the same backgrounds cycling repeatedly and underwhelming boss encounters. Opinions are sharply divided, with some enjoying it enough to recommend, while others criticize it as tedious and warn potential buyers to proceed cautiously.

Not recommended Oct 7, 2024
[h1] Collect falling plasma and watch same planet in the background passing by every minute. Long and repetitive stages with mediocre boss by the end. Play at your own risk! [/h1]
25 found this helpful
Recommended Sep 19, 2025
Bladestar, developed and published by Fair Weather Studios, is a sci-fi cinematic action shooter that immerses players in visually rich worlds teeming with endless enemies. Released on January 15, 2016, the game invites players to defend the galaxy by piloting a Manta Starfighter through asteroid, mine, and debris fields, battling pirates, rebels, and alien forces. With its procedurally generated content and customizable gameplay, Bladestar offers a dynamic and engaging experience for fans of the genre. One of the standout features of Bladestar is its procedural generation system, which ensures that each playthrough offers a unique experience. The game boasts over 50 action-packed waves spread across six distinct worlds, each with its own set of challenges and enemies. This procedural approach means that no two sessions are the same, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging. Players can switch between three different weapons and collect numerous power-ups, allowing them to tailor their combat style to their preferences. Additionally, the skill tree system enables players to customize their pilot's abilities, further enhancing the game's replayability and depth. The visual design o…
3 found this helpful
Recommended May 9, 2026
You won't lose by playing
2 found this helpful
Recommended Apr 7, 2026
Loved it
1 found this helpful
Not recommended Aug 25, 2024
bad
1 found this helpful
Recommended Dec 14, 2023
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