Battle Shapes: Frustrating Arcade Action for Friends

9/12/2026, 10:05:17 AM

Release date: 1/4/2019

Tags: #casual #action #indie #sports #strategy

User Reviews

Score: 89%Positive
Review Count: 18 reviews
Fetched At: 9/12/2026, 10:05:18 AM

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¥ 520 (JPY)

Steam JP

$4.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Battle Shapes is a challenging arcade game from Kawaiisun Games, inspired by Asteroids and Super Smash Bros. It focuses on frustrating, self-destructive fun, primarily for local multiplayer and solo play.

Who this is for

Recommended for players looking to have a blast with friends or challenge themselves with high-difficulty action solo. Be prepared for potential friendship-ending moments, though.

Details

Overview

Battle Shapes is an unapologetically difficult arcade title from Kawaiisun Games, designed to test your patience and potentially ruin friendships. This isn't a game for those seeking a relaxing experience or deep narrative. Instead, it embraces its role as an "instant, self-destructive classic" that aims to make players angry. Drawing inspiration from classics like Asteroids and the chaotic party atmosphere of Super Smash Bros., Battle Shapes offers a pure, unadulterated arcade challenge.

Highlights

Genre Blend: Combines elements of Casual, Action, Indie, Sports, and Strategy genres for a unique gameplay loop.
Multiplayer Focus: Primarily designed for "couch multiplayer" with Shared/Split Screen support, alongside a Single-player mode.
Release & Reception: Launched on January 4, 2019, and has garnered a Positive reception from Steam users.

Who It's For

This game is explicitly for players who enjoy a high degree of challenge and don't mind getting frustrated. If you're looking for a game to play with friends locally, especially if you enjoy friendly (or not-so-friendly) competition that might lead to some heated moments, Battle Shapes could be your next go-to. It's also for solo players who relish overcoming difficult obstacles and don't shy away from a "grinding" experience.

Game Info

Battle Shapes was developed and published by Kawaiisun Games. It supports both single-player and local co-op/multiplayer modes. The game is a paid title available on Steam. While it doesn't explicitly state online multiplayer, its focus on "couch multiplayer" and "shared/split screen" strongly suggests local play is the intended social experience. Players can expect to unlock new shapes and gamble for upgrades as they progress through various challenges.