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Blue Estate
Blue EstateDarkly funny on‑rails shooter that lets you blast mobsters with motion‑control mayhem.
Counter Force
Counter ForceFast-paced on-rails shooter experience on Wii and beyond
Overview
Description

Blue Estate is a darkly comedic on‑rails shooter that exploits the gyroscopic features of the PlayStation 4 controller and Kinect motion sensing on Xbox One. Players blast absurd enemies through a technicolor mob world using intuitive motion controls and a variety of primary and secondary weapons. The game supports both single‑player and cooperative multiplayer, letting a second player join the carnage. With punishing violence, witty dialogue, and over‑the‑top bosses, Blue Estate delivers a fast‑paced, humor‑driven shooting experience across PS4, PC, and Xbox One.

Counter Force brings the classic on-rails shooter Ex Zeus to modern platforms with simple controls and relentless action. Players blast through sci‑fi corridors, dodging obstacles and taking down enemies in a linear, cinematic experience. The game offers a single‑player campaign that emphasizes quick reflexes and high‑score chasing, making it a nostalgic yet accessible title for fans of arcade shooters.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action & Shooter
Action & Shooter
Best for
Fans of comedic rail shooters
Casual arcade shooter fans
Specifications
Specifications
developer
HE SAW
HyberDevbox Japan, Octopus Studio
publisher
Focus Entertainment
HyberDevbox Japan, Metro 3D, Conspiracy Entertainment, 505 Games
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB M
ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
60/100+200%
20/100
General
release date
2013-10-14
2004-12-31
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative use of motion controls
  • Entertaining dark humor and witty dialogue
  • Co‑op mode adds replay value
  • Varied weapon arsenal
  • Easy to pick up and play
  • Fast-paced action keeps sessions engaging
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Retro sci‑fi aesthetic appeals to fans
Cons
  • Rail shooter limits free movement
  • Motion control may feel imprecise for some players
  • Humor may not appeal to all audiences
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Very low critical reception
  • Linear gameplay may feel repetitive
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