Baldr Bullet

About

Baldr Bullet is a 2000 action game that merges beat 'em up combat with visual novel choices. Set in a near-future South American conflict, you control members of a specialized military unit battling over control of a governing tech system. Gameplay switches between fast-paced brawls and story segments where dialogue options influence outcomes. Characters like Sergey Kirkland and Dullahan Cuningham lead missions through war-torn environments, balancing physical fights with strategic decision-making. Developed by GIGA's Baldrhead team, it serves as a prequel to later games in the series. The blend of arcade-style action and branching narratives sets it apart, though its niche appeal means it remains overlooked. Originally released on PC and PlayStation 2, it offers a compact but polished experience with multiple endings. Early examples of its genre fusion paved the way for later hybrid games but retain their own identity outside broader trends.

Storyline

Sometime in the near future, the South American rain forest serves as the backdrop of a war between two factions - those who support the Baldr governing technology and those who don't. To ensure that the skirmishes and conflicts don't expand, the BS-OSA or Baldr System - Observation Structure Army is set up to police the region. Inside the Army is a special unit known as SERR14 (Observation Structure Army South American Experimental Riot Regiment the 14th) which is comprised of elite soldiers and operatives such as Sergey Kirkland and Dullahan Cuningham.