Strider is a fast, arcade-flavored metroidvania reboot of Capcom's classic ninja, trading slow atmosphere for speed: the agile Hiryu slashes through a neon dystopian city with a plasma sword, chaining kills at a pace closer to a character-action game than a contemplative explorer. Its interconnected map opens as you gain new movement and combat options, but the emphasis is squarely on momentum and flashy combat. Player reviews praise the responsive controls and the vivid art, while the common complaints are a short runtime, repetitive enemy encounters, and clumsy fast travel. It is the pick for players who want the genre's structure with an arcade heart, and it is on the PlayStation Plus Premium catalogue. For a shorter, faster metroidvania between the heavyweights, it fits.
Single Player Only
Overall player feedback for Strider is highly positive, with many praising its fast-paced gameplay, vibrant visuals, and nostalgic elements while a minority voice concerns about recent DRM updates and a lack of depth in narrative and exploration. Players appreciate the game's combat mechanics and fluid movement despite some common criticisms regarding repetitiveness and difficulty spikes.
Based on 100 reviews from steam
