BATS: Bloodsucker Anti-Terror Squad

About

BATS: Bloodsucker Anti-Terror Squad is a chaotic sidescrolling brawler that mashes vampire mythology with military action. You play as Count Bloodvayne, a fanged commando using claws, guns, and supernatural abilities to storm through five levels of a terrorist stronghold. The gameplay mixes platforming, melee combat, and shootouts, with an emphasis on quick reflexes and timed attacks. Each stage is packed with traps, enemy hordes, and absurd set pieces like electrified chambers and zombie saunas. Collect blood droplets to power up special moves that let you shred through waves of foes. The cartoonish violence and over-the-top weapons keep things lighthearted even as you decapitate soldiers and引爆 explosives. Released in 2021, the game leans heavily into 16-bit era aesthetics while adding modern polish. It runs smoothly across multiple platforms including Switch and PS5, making its 5-6 hour campaign accessible for quick play sessions. While Metacritic scores hover around 70, fans praise its retro charm and replay value from optional challenges. The humorously grim setting and variety of enemy types stand out, though some critics note repetitive level design in later stages. If you missed the 90s beat-em-up boom but crave fast action with a splash of gore, this one’s worth a bite.

Storyline

Based on the coolest animated TV show that never was, BATS stars Count Bloodvayne and the rest of Bloodsucker Anti-Terror Squad as they battle Scorpion Supreme and the ruthless terrorist organization, STING! (Syndicate for Terror and Illegal Non-Government, voted the world’s #1 terrorist organization.) Did you ever want GI Joe with vampires? Well now you can have it, buddy! BATS is a throwback to the action sidescrollers of the 16-bit era, with a modern twist. It’s a fast-paced, arcade brawler-shooter-slasher that rewards precision play and pixel-perfect timing. Play like a pro or take your time running around killing terrorists, slicing off heads and sucking up blood at your own pace. It’s up to you! Either way, you’re gonna have a bloody good time. There are five hand-crafted levels of STING’s fortress for the player to explore. Each level is filled with dangerous traps, deadly hazards, and an endless supply of Scorp soldiers to slice and dice into bloody bits. As players progress through the levels they will collect blood droplets, which can be used to activate super deadly vampire powers, making the wholesale slaughter of disposable soldiers a breeze! But watch out, there’s still plenty of swinging saw blades, terrorist zombies, and electrocution chambers to navigate. And don’t forget the STING sauna!