Charge'n Blast Dreamcast box art

Sega Dreamcast · Shooter

Charge'n Blast

Deep cut

SystemSega Dreamcast
GenreShooter
DeveloperCRI Middleware
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by CRI Middleware, Charge'n Blast arrived on the Sega Dreamcast as a shooter.

Among the 24 Dreamcast shooters in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.

CRI Middleware also made AeroWings and TNN Motorsports Hardcore Heat for the Dreamcast.

Charge'n Blast supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Dreamcast hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes

What playing Charge'n Blast is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Charge'n Blast gameplay screenshot on Dreamcast
In-game screenshot (Dreamcast)

Charge'n Blast walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Dreamcast games today

Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.

Charge'n Blast FAQ

Who made Charge'n Blast?

It was developed by CRI Middleware.

Is Charge'n Blast multiplayer?

Yes. Charge'n Blast supports up to 2 players.

How long does Charge'n Blast take to play?

As a shooter, Charge'n Blast typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Charge'n Blast on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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