Bare Knuckle Vacuum (also referred to as "Bare Knuckle V") is a SOR fangame built using the ever popular OpenBoR engine, by Chinese modder 'volcanic'. It features three playable characters from the offset (Axel, Blaze and Shiva), with a fourth secret character called 'Yuki' who can be unlocked as you progress through the game. Max Thunder also turns up at certain points in the game as an NPC assist character. The plot involves Axel and Blaze joining forces with Shiva to take down Mr. X, who has returned with a new cloning scheme.
This game showcases some interesting new moves for each character, in particular a 'R.E.D. system' similar to the magical attack seen in classic 'Golden Axe' titles. The ability to use guns (see screenshot) is also a novel addition to the classic and authentic SOR gameplay we now come to expect from a fangame nowadays.
Overall this is a nicely produced and entertaining SOR title, well recommended if you want to take Axel and Blaze back to the streets for another 9 stages of punk-smashing action!
The OpenBOR build included here plays the stage music, a feature previously not available on other builds.
Please note it takes around 30 seconds for the OpenBOR to load.
You are also able to put other BOR mods in the "PAKS" folder.... the more you put in though the longer it takes to load the OpenBOR.
I have only tested this using the 6.20 Pro B7 Custom Firmware..... not tested on TN HEN or any others (feedback will be appreciated!)
This should keep you entertained until Streets Of Rage Remake receives a PSP port.
*I stole the screenshots from the DCISOZONE version (thanks to either PIXELINO or ANGREIFER.... whoever got there first)
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