About Bleach: Dark Souls
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Platform | Nintendo DS |
| Developer | Treasure |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Release Date | 2008 (Japan, later worldwide) |
| Genre | Fighting Game (2D Air-Dasher) |
| Playable Characters | 44 characters including Soul Reapers, Hollows, and Mod Souls |
| Game Modes | Story, Arcade, Versus, Training, Challenge, Unlockables |
| Multiplayer | Online Wi-Fi battles for up to 4 players |
| Theme Song | "Resistance" by High and Mighty Color |
Bleach: Dark Souls is the critically acclaimed sequel to Bleach: Blade of Fate, offering cutting-edge fighting mechanics, an immersive narrative, and expanded character variety for fans of Bleach games and anime games alike.
Story
Set immediately after Aizen's shocking betrayal and defection from the Soul Society, Bleach: Dark Souls spins a unique tale within the beloved anime universe. As Ichigo and his friends celebrate at a festival, a member of the Research and Development department uncovers mysterious Mod Souls. One rogue Mod Soul, Kai, begins impersonating the researcher, stealing others and unleashing chaos. Some Mod Souls become hateful and mutate into monstrous Hollows, such as Shrieker and Grand Fisher, threatening the Seireitei. This original storyline intertwines with familiar dramatic themes from the anime while introducing fascinating new twists.
How To Play
Engage in electrifying combat across multi-plane stages, allowing movement between the foreground and background. Spirit Cards serve as a unique gameplay mechanic, empowering players to activate special powers and launch dynamic attacks. Build your Spirit Card deck and collect Power Crystals to further enhance abilities.
With 44 playable characters, you’ll explore a roster featuring Soul Reapers, Mod Souls, and—for the first time in the Bleach series—Hollows as combatants. Take advantage of new moves and Bankai attacks, adding depth and variety to every battle. Modes such as Story, Arcade, Versus, and Training provide diverse challenges, while Wi-Fi Multiplayer enables up to four players to battle online, complete with ranked matches, messaging, and leaderboards.
Highlights
- Expansive Roster: Choose from 44 characters, including Hollows as playable units for the first time.
- Dynamic Combat: Multi-plane arenas and Spirit Card mechanics create strategic, fast-paced battles.
- Enhanced Multiplayer: Compete with friends or players worldwide through improved Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Original Story: Experience a fresh plot within the Bleach universe centered on Mod Souls and Hollow chaos.
- Stunning Animations: Cel-shaded sprites capture the anime's signature style with smooth, fluid movements.
- Variety of Modes: Explore Story, Arcade, Training, and unlock over 100 mission-based scenarios.
Fast-paced, gripping, and brimming with depth, Bleach: Dark Souls is not just a game—it’s an experience, redefining what fans of Bleach games and anime games can expect from their favorite franchise.