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MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 • 2021

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Quick resume

This is the latest addition to the series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual novel, Tsukihime. The curtain rises once more on dramatic battles played out with familiar characters from Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon.

Global score

89/100

Genres

Action, Visual Novel, Fighting

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    Pros

    • Free dlc characters and content
    • Accessible yet deep combat mechanics
    • Rollback netcode for online play
    • Beautiful 2d sprite art and music
    • Active and friendly community

    Cons

    • Small playerbase affecting matchmaking
    • Auto combo system controversial for some
    • Region locking and online instability reported
    • Limited character roster compared to previous games
    • Barebones customization options

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players have freedom to experiment with combat and movement, choosing their own approach to levels and combos."

      Capsule for Shady Knight Shady Knight

      "Players have freedom in movement and combo execution, with mechanics like Moon Drive and Shield allowing strategic choices."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "Game offers skill-based combat, challenging enemies, meaningful progression, and rewarding upgrades that enhance player effectiveness."

      Capsule for Escape From Duckov Escape From Duckov

      "The game offers skill-based mechanics, complex combos, and depth in offense and defense, rewarding player improvement."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      3

      "Includes ranked modes, leaderboards, and competitive multiplayer rooms, but also supports casual and social play."

      Capsule for LoveBeat LoveBeat

      "Includes ranked modes, leaderboards, and an active competitive community, though some players focus on casual or discord matches."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report habitual play and long sessions; achievements and DLC content encourage extended engagement."

      Capsule for MUSYNX MUSYNX

      "Players report long play sessions, ongoing patches, and free DLCs encouraging habitual play and long-term engagement."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -3

      "Primarily a competitive fighting game focused on individual matches; limited cooperative gameplay."

      Capsule for Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code

      "Primarily a competitive fighting game focused on individual matches, with limited cooperative or team-based play."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Players can experiment with combos and character movesets; some customization like skin color but limited."

      Capsule for Roof Rage Roof Rage

      "Customization is limited to preset color palettes; players can experiment with combos and strategies but no extensive creation."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -2

      "Community described as pleasant and supportive; no strong evidence of toxic dominance or trash talk."

      Capsule for Samurai GUNN 2 Samurai GUNN 2

      "Community described as friendly and supportive; no strong evidence of toxic dominance or trash talk."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game for stress relief, immersion in a different world, and distraction from real life."

      Capsule for Once Human Once Human

      "Players use the game for stress relief, immersion in the Tsukihime universe, and distraction from real life."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Engagement is driven by intrinsic interest and personal desire to master the game rather than obligation."

      Capsule for Pizza Tower Pizza Tower

      "Engagement is voluntary and driven by intrinsic interest in fighting games and Type-Moon lore, not obligation."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore new mechanics, weapons, and environments continuously throughout the game."

      Capsule for Northern Journey Northern Journey

      "Players explore new mechanics like Moon Drive, Shield system, and character moves, with ongoing discovery encouraged."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      1

      "Some exploration of story modes and character lore, but mostly familiar fighting game environments."

      Capsule for Skullgirls 2nd Encore Skullgirls 2nd Encore

      "Some exploration of story mode and character lore, but mostly familiar fighting game environments."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      1

      "Limited customization mainly through upgrades; no extensive avatar or visual personalization."

      Capsule for The Next Penelope The Next Penelope

      "Limited to color palette customization; no avatar personalization or extensive cosmetic modifications."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy theme with imaginative world, characters, and story elements."

      Capsule for Spiral Knights Spiral Knights

      "Strong fantasy theme based on Tsukihime and Fate universes, with imaginative characters and storylines."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      2

      "Active Discord communities and social events foster a sense of belonging despite small player base."

      Capsule for Granblue Fantasy: Versus Granblue Fantasy: Versus

      "Active Discord communities and social matchmaking exist, fostering a sense of belonging among players."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      4

      "Players develop skills mastering complex mechanics and combos; learning curve noted in reviews."

      Capsule for 東方憑依華　～ Antinomy of Common Flowers. 東方憑依華　～ Antinomy of Common Flowers.

      "Players learn complex combos, mechanics, and strategies, with a steep but rewarding learning curve."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Typical sedentary fighting game with no physical activity or health-related features."

      Capsule for UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

      "Typical sedentary fighting game with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -4

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches; not suited for idle or background play."

      Capsule for Predecessor Predecessor

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches; not suitable for idle or background play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      1

      "Some social interaction through community and friends, but limited evidence of close personal relationships formed."

      Capsule for Rushdown Revolt Rushdown Revolt

      "Some social interaction in communities but limited evidence of close personal relationships forming."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -3

      "No evidence of leadership roles; players participate as equals in matches and community."

      Capsule for Fraymakers Fraymakers

      "No evidence of leadership roles; players mostly engage as equals in competitive matches."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players accumulate characters, upgrades, and unlockables, though some locked behind DLC."

      Capsule for DRAGON BALL FighterZ DRAGON BALL FighterZ

      "Players accumulate unlockables, color palettes, and achievements, with ongoing free DLC adding characters."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Some players find flow and catharsis in gameplay, though intensity and challenge create tension."

      Capsule for PAKO 2 PAKO 2

      "Some players find flow and catharsis in gameplay, though the fast pace and shield mechanics add tension."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      4

      "Rich audiovisual presentation with striking art, music, and satisfying combat feedback."

      Capsule for Nine Sols Nine Sols

      "Enjoyable audiovisual presentation with detailed sprites, music, and satisfying combat feedback."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      2

      "Ranked modes and leaderboards provide recognition; community engagement offers social status."

      Capsule for Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game

      "Ranked modes and leaderboards provide social recognition; community values skill and participation."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Includes story mode with narrative elements and lore, though content is currently limited."

      Capsule for Backrooms Rec. Backrooms Rec.

      "Includes story mode and lore from Tsukihime universe, though some find story content limited compared to previous titles."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      4

      "High mental challenge with complex combos, mind games, and tactical decision-making required."

      Capsule for GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R

      "High mental challenge with rock-paper-scissors shield mechanics, combo planning, and matchup strategies."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Players enjoy suspense and excitement from fast-paced matches and risk-reward combat mechanics."

      Capsule for DEAD OR ALIVE 6 DEAD OR ALIVE 6

      "Players enjoy suspense from shield mind games, fast-paced combat, and clutch moments in matches."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      5

      "Highly praised for being free with abundant content; DLC is inexpensive and considered good value."

      Capsule for WooLoop WooLoop

      "Exceptional value with free DLC characters, stages, music, and ongoing developer support."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      3

      "Combat-focused gameplay with fighting, attacks, and character battles."

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      "Combat-focused gameplay with attacks, combos, and character battles involving destruction and damage."

    • Survival

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      3

      "Players focus on avoiding defeat and managing resources like health and meter during fights."

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    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Expression. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Intimacy, Violence.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026