Everything You Need to Know About Bleach: Rebirth of Souls
By - Che Browndon
Updated-on - October 5, 2024
Bleach: Rebirth of Souls was officially announced three weeks ago by Bandai and there’s a lot
of excitement taking into account it’s a Bleach game meant for consoles. This is a 3D Arena fighting game developed by Bandai Namco and Tamsoft Corporation. Even though its announcement in recent, there’s been so much update which will be talked about in this article.
Game Reveal
Information about the game was revealed during the games official announcement. This can be seen in Bandai Namco’s official website and it reads:
"Awaken the blade within you and reverse your fate in Bleach: Rebirth of Souls! Engage in thrilling battles with powerful sword abilities and characters from this legendary anime franchise.
Choose your favorite character and unleash their unique sword abilities! Take advantage of each character’s unique abilities and command the flow of the battle to find an opening that spells defeat for your enemies.
In Bleach: Rebirth of Souls, a single strike can spell defeat for you or your opponent. The more desperate your situation, the more powerful you become
Overturn the tide of battle and unlock new forms and new blades to bring victory from the edge of defeat!""
Gameplay Features and Mechanics
A gameplay overview trailer for the upcoming Bleach game was released which gave a detailed explanation about how the combat systems work in the game. It was a little bit confusing but I will do my best to explain it. One thing I can say about this Bleach game is that the fighting mechanics are unique and different compared to other games. The game is a blend of 2D and 3D. In a match, there are 9 health bars. The terms used to refer to these are known as “Konpaku” and “Reishi”. Konpaku is like a complete health bar meanwhile Reishi is a player’s current HP bar.
Once a Reishi gauge is diminished, a player loses 1 Konpaku, once all 9 konpaku’s have been deleted, you lose the match. For a better understanding, once the Reishi is depleted, it breaks the konpaku, and you can attack the opponent and the strength of the attacks deplete more konpaku or health bars. Once an attack has been dealt, the opponents Reishi bar refills and you keep repeating the process until you don’t have any points left. The game uses a progression system for battle which explains why there are 9(health bars). Normal attacks take 1 point from the health bar unless you use ultimate moves or specials which might take up to 3 or 4 konpaku.
When you lose certain amounts of health bars, you gain access to new moves and the more health bars you lose, the more moves you have access to. When you’ve been pushed to the edge, you have access to awakening.
Character Trailer
So far three character trailers have been revealed with move-sets included. These characters are Ichigo Kurosaki, Rukia Kuchiki and Uryu Ishida
Ichigo Kurosaki
Ichigo Kurosaki fights with a sword. That’s his special action technique. Every character has a reverse technique. In Ichigo’s case, he is given various enhancements such as boost in basic performance, changes in some actions and an increase in damage from kikon move. For distinct techniques, Ichigo has the “Special Flash attack” which is a move that attacks while charging forward. Ichigo’s Spiritual Pressure Move is known as “Wielding” which is an attack used by wielding Zangetsu that momentarily makes Ichigo invincible. He has an awakening which also boosts all his stats and increases his additional special attacks. Click here to view Ichigo Kurosaki’s character trailer.
Ichigo Kurosaki (Bankai) trailer was also revealed adding more to his existing move set. In this case, Ichgop’s Signature Move is “Getsugatensho”. This is a long-range attack that can improve its damage by holding input. Spiritual Pressure Move 2 is the “Getsuga Aura”. When this is activated a special gauge will be acquired and Ichigo enters a state with reinforced attacks. The Getsuga Aura gauge decreases by using skills and receiving attacks. In his awakened state, Ichigo activates his Hollowfication which increases in overall performance and spiritual power.
Rukia Kuchiki
The second character was Rukia Kuchiki. Rukai’s first signature move is Hado Number 31: Shakkaho which creates combos and various forms of power with the Shakkaho. Rukai has two spiritual Pressure moves. Spiritual Pressure Move 1 is known as Hado Number 4: Byakurai. Spiritual Pressure Move 2 is known as Hado Number 33: Sokatsui. As an Awakening, Rukai releases “Shikai: Sodenoshirayuki”. Click here to view Rukia Kuchiki character trailer.
Uryu Ishida
The third character trailer revealed is that of Uryu Ishida. Uryu has two spiritual pressure moves. Spiritual Pressure move 1 is known as “Quincy Arrow”. In this case, he fires an arrow and if it hits an opponent, he uses Hirenkyaku to move in front of the opponent does follow up attacks. His second spiritual pressure move is “Seeleschneider” which lets him absorb an opponent’s attack firing a powerful attack. In Awakening, Uryu activates Ransotengrai. Click here to view Uryu Ishida’s character trailer.
Byakuya Kuchiki
The fourth character trailer revealed is that of Byakuya Kuchiki. This character trailer was revealed on August 5th and it has details about Byakuya’s move set in the game. Byakuya Signature move is “Senbonzakura Seal & Release” which is a move which lets him switches between seal and Release forms which helps him maintain a distance advantage over opponents. Byakuya’s Spiritual Pressure 1 move is known as “Release: Senbonzakura/ Seal: senbonzakura” which is a move which lets him attack opponents from all directions. In release form, it draws in the opponent meanwhile in seal form,
he blows the opponent away. Byakuya’s spiritual pressure move 2 is one which blocks an opponent’s attack followed by a counter attack with the kido ability, Sokatsui. In his awakened state, he releases “Bankai: Senbonzakura Kageyoshi” and when this happens, Senbonzakura no longer changes form and it’s fixed in form that strengthens mid-long range combat. Click here to view Byakuya Kuchiki character trailer.
Yoruichi Shihoin
The character trailer for Yoruichi Shihoin has been revealed. Yoruichi’s signature move is the Anken/ Flash Breaker which is both an offensive and defensive ability by holding the input, Normal Input Fires Anken forward meanwhile holding input lets her spin and parry an opponent’s attack.
Yoruichi’s spiritual pressure move 1 is known as Bakko which is a long distance rushing attack followed up by Hakuda and Kido meanwhile her Spiritual Pressure Move 2 is known as Oboro Neko which is attack which lets her use afterimages to strike a foe. For her awakening, she’s enhanced by “shunko” which increases her physical attributes. Click here to view Yoruichi Shihoin character trailer.
Yasutora Sado
Another character trailer revealed in Yasutora Sado aka chad. Chad’s signature move is “Agresion” which is a super powerful blow that deals significant damage to an opponent regardless of the opponent’s defense. Chads signature move 1 is known as “Alerta” which is chads signature move with a boost.
His second spiritual Move is known as “Contraataque” which is a powerful uppercut attack. For his awakening, Chad’s left arm becomes “Brazo Izquierdo Del Diablo” which gives him a boost in capabilities. Click here to view Yasutora Sado character trailer.
Kisuke Urahara
The seventh character trailer revealed is that is Kisuke Urahara. Kisuke has a special flash attack similar to Byakurai which lets him attack from a distance. Kisuke’s spiritual Pressure Move 1 is “Kamisori Benihime” which lets him send blood slashes forward.
Although slow, it has a high hit rate and cancel out an opponent’s projectiles. Spiritual Pressure Move 2 is called “Are you Prepared” and in this case, time betyween his actions are reduced plus his mobility is increased. As an Awakening, Kisuke releases “Shikai: Benihime” which enhances regeneration of the Reverse Gauge and also increases opportunities to activate flash steps and reverse actions. Click here to view Kisuke Urahara character trailer.
Rangiku Matsumoto
Another character that will be part of this game is Rangiku Matsumoto. Rangiku’s signature move is “Pado 31: Shakkaho” which is a move that travels at a slow speed and when it hits, it can be used for a follow-up attack. Ragiku’s signature move 1 is known as “You’re Too Slow” and this counter move allows her to come up behind her opponent and blow them away with Shakkaho.
Rangiku’s signature move 2 is known as “Pado 33: Sokatsui” were she releases a Sakatsui (an attack weak in range and speed but deals heavy damage). In here awakened state, her moves change and her unique ability called “Haineko Spread” lets her control her opponents move. Click here to view Rangiku Matsumoto character trailer.
Toushiro Hitsugaya
Toushiro Hitsugaya’s has a different gauge known as the “Tenso Jyurin Gauge”. When this gauge is built up, he enters the Tenso Jyurin state which greatly enhances specific techniques. This gauge also decreases when Toushiro doesn’t land an attack on an opponent. Toushiro’s spiritual Pressure move 1 is known as “Soten Hyogeki”. This is an instant long distance attack which rains down ice blocks. His spiritual pressure move 2 is “Hyoryu Renbu” which is a rush attack with excellent range and speed.
In Toushiro’s awakened state, he releases “Bankai: Daiguren Hyorinmaru” which enhances his abilities and increases the amount of Tenso Jyurin Gauge. Click here to view Rangiku Matsumoto character trailer.
Gin Ichimaru
Gin Ichimaru Signature move in this game is “Serpent Strike”. This lets him extend Shinso toward the opponent with a high-speed thrust. Ichimaru’s Spiritual Pressure Move 1 is “Urozuki’. In this case, Ichimaru turns his back to the opponent to catch them off guard then extends the Shinso to counterattack. If the counterattack lands, he activates Snake Possession with enhanced attack damage. Spiritual Pressure move 2 is the “Shinso Sousen” which lets him cleave a wide area with Shinso and if the attack lands, it extends for follow-up attack.
In his awakened state, Ichimaru releases “Bankai: Kamishininoyari” which lets an Ichimaru’s attack range. Click here to view Gin Ichimaru character trailer.
Kenpachi Zaraki
Kenpachi Zaraki signature move is “Try to cut me”. Kenpachi holds his arm outstretched with a stance and attacks when input is released. The release attack depends on the damage Kenpachi has. Signature Pressure Move 1 is “Chop You Up’ which is a large, down spinning slash. Spiritual Pressure Move 2 is ‘Nothing I Can’t Cut’.
In this case, Kenpachi charges and slashes his opponent and if the attack lands, it is followed-up with a flurry of attacks. In his awakened state, he removes his eye patch which greatly boosts all of his stats. Click here to view Kenpachi Zaraki character trailer.
Ulquiorra
Ulquiorra Signature move is “Cero”. This attack lets him sacrifice his own Reishi in order to release a powerful blast in front of him. This blast can be used in several ways for instance destroying opponents counter attacks. Ulquiorra’s Spiritual Pressure Move 1 is “Instant Regeneration”. This move gradually restores his Reishi over time.
In his awakened state, Ulquiorra releases “Murcielago” which enhances his performance. He can easily take advantage of his spiritual Pressure Move because his spiritual power is enhanced. Click here to view Ulquiorra character trailer.
Story Mode
A story mode has not been confirmed for this game yet but there’s information which suggests the game might have one. On the games official website, there’s a statement which goes:
"A story about a boy who becomes a ‘grim reaper’ and grows as he meets many people"
The above information can be found on the games website which is in Japanese. This website also has details about important information about who is in charge of music so this game will most definitely have a story mode but how long the story mode will be is uncertain
Multiplayer
Bleach: Rebirth of Souls will support multiplayer. There’s going to be a local multiple which supports 1-2 players and an Online Multiplayer which supports 1-2 players. This is because this fighting game supports only two players in a match.
Music
Takeharu ishimoto is said to have multiple vocal tracks in this game. He has worked on music for other classic games. He is said to “add colors in the battles in this game” through his music. Takeharu has worked on Final Fantasy (Crisis core: final fantasy VII, Final Fantasy Type-0, Dissidia etc), Kingdom Hearts (Chain of Memories, Birth by sleep, I, II and III).
Available Platforms
Bleach: Rebirth of Souls will be available on multiple platforms, including the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam
Closure
As of the moment, Bleach: Rebirth of Souls doesn’t have a release date. The number of playable characters in this game is also uncertain as of the moment (only 4 characters). Here’s a link to the game’s official website and another link to the game’s page on Bandai Namco’s website.
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