40
The best indicator of whether a given gamer will appreciate Black Rock Shooter is its visual style. The game offers moderately entertaining combat and sad girls in snow, but these can be obtained elsewhere at a fraction of the aggravation. At its core, the story is a familiar one that isn't able to justify its retelling with a new twist. There is something to be said for a game that embraces zoning out and rhythmically blowing things up, but it's not always a straight-up compliment. Look, but don't touch.
70
There are better RPGs on the system, but for fans and those looking for something a little different, Black Rock Shooter will hit the spot for a while.
40
Basic gameplay, a by-the-numbers story, and graphics from a bygone era leave this PSP port stuck between a rock and a really outdated place. [July 2013, p.100]
8
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9
Um jogo bem divertido e um pouco desafiador com um gráfico até que bacana, não é um crisis core mais é bonito ao seu modo acho uma pérola do PSP,e um jogo incrível e com uma boa e diferente jogabilidade
9
A fun game. One of the last must plays to be released on the PSP. Gameplay is simple to understand but difficult to master. Most of it revolves around learning when to dodge and when to shoot. Graphics look good and it has a stellar soundtrack. The plot is pretty good as well. You don't need to be familiar with Black Rock Shooter to enjoy this game as it has a stand alone plot.
Black Rock Shooter: The Game
PSP
Released On:
Apr 23, 2013
Metascore
Mixed or Average
66
User score
Generally Favorable
7.9
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Apr 25, 2013
88
Looks aren't everything, though. Black Rock Shooter gives players a clever blend of action and RPG. It's not really a shooter, and it's not turn-based. Black Rock Shooter: The Game takes elements from a variety of genres and puts them together in a unique and addictive way. The world hasn't seen a game quite like this before.
May 6, 2013
74
Ultimately I would recommend Black Rock Shooter: The Game to anyone who likes JRPGs but is getting tired of the same old formula.
User score
Generally Favorable
76% Positive
35 Ratings
35 Ratings
9% Mixed
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7 Ratings
7 Ratings
May 3, 2017
10
This is a very good game! The anime is nothing compare to THIS JEWEL! The idea is simply super Original. And the history is very good, but the manga "Black Rock Shooter The Game" is pretty best.
Aug 4, 2013
10
I loved this game. Epic dystopian storyline with great characters, superb moments and twists, always exciting (unique) battle system with tactics and action, huge boss fights, varied surroundings with distinct atmosphere, top-quality interface design, graphics absolutely OK for psp possibilities (don't know how anybody can even complain about this point), mission based progression system makes it even more rewarding. Game let's you experience things you might have never imagined. I'm impressed.
May 28, 2013
70
This is a unique game that mixes elements from Japanese role playing games and shooters in a refreshing new way. It may not be a game for everyone, but if you like the two genres and aren’t too picky about graphics, this is a fresh breeze on the ocean of never ending RPG and shooter releases.
May 6, 2013
67
BRS is not actually broken, but there's nothing about it that will make you glad you put even 10 hours into it.
May 14, 2013
60
If you are a fan of its Anime aesthetics, or at least willing to tolerate them, the game will suffice as a budget title with an average amount of content to play through.
May 30, 2013
50
Its poor visuals and dreadful animations along with its expensive price tag means Black Rock Shooter: The Game is a title not worth your time and effort.
Jun 11, 2013
40
Basic gameplay, a by-the-numbers story, and graphics from a bygone era leave this PSP port stuck between a rock and a really outdated place. [July 2013, p.100]
May 20, 2013
10
Just don't ask me how addicted I am to Black Rock Shooter The Game! Crisp visuals, good story and good graphics. Rpg fans will crave this title. The story is about Shooters in the next dimension who stop Fighters. The movie and comics link together for a good time on PSP. Go buy it right now.
Jun 20, 2025
9
Um jogo bem divertido e um pouco desafiador com um gráfico até que bacana, não é um crisis core mais é bonito ao seu modo acho uma pérola do PSP,e um jogo incrível e com uma boa e diferente jogabilidade
Feb 17, 2025
9
A fun game. One of the last must plays to be released on the PSP. Gameplay is simple to understand but difficult to master. Most of it revolves around learning when to dodge and when to shoot. Graphics look good and it has a stellar soundtrack. The plot is pretty good as well. You don't need to be familiar with Black Rock Shooter to enjoy this game as it has a stand alone plot.
Sep 26, 2016
7
An ok game, good things about it: the story is good and could work a little better if the game was a little different, bad things about it: the combat isn't very fun just standing there shooting can be fun, but not in this case, but there's only so much you can do with a system. Btw the graphics are good as well as the interface. It could be better if it was designed around the story from the anime instead of a new one.
Apr 28, 2013
3
BRS is pretty disappointing. While the battle system is pretty fun, it quickly gets repetitive thanks to the limited amount of enemy types that require the same tactics to defeat. Furthermore, the rest of the game is pretty bland. Character models are nice, but the environments and enemies are mostly boring and repeated far too much. The story is ok, but it isn't amazing.
SummaryBlack Rock Shooter: The Game has players take the role of BRS to try and save humanity from extinction.
Rated Tfor Teen
