BlazBlue Entropy Effect X Brings Roguelike Action to PS5 This February

BlazBlue's chaotic fighting game energy collides with roguelike structure this February. 91Act announces BlazBlue Entropy Effect X launches February 12, 2026 on PlayStation 5, bringing beloved franchise characters into a dimension-hopping action-adventure that trades tournament brackets for procedurally-generated gauntlets.

This isn't a traditional BlazBlue fighter—it's a full roguelike reimagining that preserves what makes the series distinctive while pivoting the formula into something fresh. You're controlling a character codenamed "Ace" who descends through the Sea of Possibility, battling enemy hordes across shifting dimensional layers. The signature BlazBlue combat mechanics translate surprisingly well to this format, with responsive inputs, stylish combo strings, and precision dodging forming the core gameplay loop.

Character Roster and Signature Moves

Players select from the BlazBlue universe's roster as their avatar, unleashing iconic techniques that fans will recognize immediately. Carnage Scissors. Hiyoku Getsumei. These aren't just cosmetic callbacks—they're functional tools in your roguelike toolkit, each with distinct advantages depending on your build direction and the threats you're facing in any given run.

The progression system splits into two pillars that define how runs evolve. Tactics are universal augments shared across all characters, enhancing fundamental actions like movement, dodges, and attacks. Imagine electrifying nearby enemies while dashing, or summoning lances of light during super moves. These create baseline power spikes that benefit any playstyle.

Potentials, on the other hand, are character-specific upgrades tied to signature moves. Boost damage output, increase execution speed, extend invincibility frames, unlock new combo extensions, or introduce special effects like HP regeneration. This is where runs start feeling personalized—two players using the same character can end up with wildly different power sets depending on which Potentials they prioritize.

Original Story in the BlazBlue Universe

The narrative expands the BlazBlue Entropy Effect X universe with an original story. Players collect Shards of Possibility while uncovering the truth behind an impending world collapse. It's classic BlazBlue dense lore, but presented through the lens of roguelike progression rather than visual novel scenes between matches.

Developer 91Act, led by director and CEO Michael Jiang, built this as a roguelike first rather than bolting roguelike elements onto an existing fighter. That design philosophy shows—the combat feels tuned for extended play sessions where you're constantly evaluating risk-reward tradeoffs rather than executing memorized combo routes in static matchups.

Pre-Order Details and PS Plus Benefits

Pre-orders are live on PlayStation Store in both Standard and Deluxe editions. PlayStation Plus members get a 10% discount plus an exclusive in-game content pack. The Deluxe Edition includes character palettes and the full 91-track original soundtrack—substantial value if you're already sold on the concept.

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X represents an interesting experiment. Can a fighting game franchise known for technical depth and dense mechanics translate into roguelike structure without losing what made it special? Based on what 91Act is showing, the answer might be yes. The February 12 launch gives PS5 owners an early look at whether this fusion works.

Check out the announcement trailer below.

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