Flame X Blaze

Flame VS Blaze (called Flame X Blaze in Japan) is a mobile MOBA built around compact 3v3 matches. Players pick from a roster of more than nine characters and look for advantages through lane pressure, timing, and smart use of the jungle, including neutral monsters that can be converted into helpful allies for defense.

Publisher: Square Enix
Type: Mobile MOBA
Release Date: Unannounced
Pros: +Flexible equipment customization and upgrades. +A roster of 9+ playable characters. +A streamlined map design with one lane plus a jungle.
Cons: -Not much public detail has been shared.

Overview

Flame X Blaze Overview

Flame X Blaze is a mobile-focused MOBA that aims for quick, decisive 3v3 battles rather than long, drawn-out matches. Before each game you select an Agent (the game’s term for its playable characters), each with their own skill set and role, then coordinate with teammates to push the lane, manage the neutral area, and create openings around objectives.

The map layout is intentionally simple: a single primary lane is framed by each team’s Guardian, while a separate neutral zone functions like a jungle. Defeating monsters in that area is not only a source of momentum, it can also provide creatures that effectively become defensive support once recruited, giving teams another strategic layer beyond straight lane brawling. Victory ultimately comes from breaking through and defeating the opposing side’s Guardian, with matches escalating as these Guardians become more active and threatening over time.

On the progression side, Flame X Blaze places a lot of emphasis on gear. Equipment can be improved and customized using currency gained through play, with additional purchases available via real money. For play modes, the game supports competitive ranked PvP for players who want a ladder experience, as well as AI matches for practice and learning characters. Visually, the game is also notable for its character designs by Gen Kobayashi, known for his work on The World Ends With You, which gives the cast a distinct style compared with many other mobile MOBAs.

Flame X Blaze Key Features:

  • Mobile MOBA – a fast, match-based MOBA experience designed for iOS and Android play sessions.
  • One Lane and a Jungle – a focused single-lane battlefield paired with a neutral monster area that can provide allied defensive creatures when conquered.
  • Upgrade and Customize Gear –improve and tailor your combat loadout using in-game earnings, with optional real-money purchases.
  • 9+ Characters – play from a roster of over nine Agents, each bringing unique abilities and team utility.
  • PvP or PvE – queue for ranked PvP or sharpen your skills in matches against AI opponents.

Flame X Blaze Screenshots

Flame X Blaze Featured Video

『フレイム×ブレイズ』トレーラー映像 TGS2016

Full Review

Flame X Blaze Review

Coming soon!

Links

Flame X Blaze Links

Flame X Blaze Official Site [Japanese]
Flame X Blaze Google Play [Not Yet Available]
Flame X Blaze iTunes Store [Not Yet Available]

System Requirements

Flame X Blaze System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Operating System: Android 4.1 or later / iOS 8.0 or later

Music

Flame X Blaze Music & Soundtrack

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Additional Info

Flame X Blaze Additional Information

Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix

Platforms: Android, iOS

Closed Beta Date: Q4 2016
Release Date: Unannounced

Development History / Background:

Flame X Blaze is a mobile MOBA developed and published by Square Enix, a Japanese company best known globally for the Final Fantasy franchise. The title was revealed during Tokyo Game Show in September 2016, and it moved into beta testing shortly after that announcement. The game’s character art is led by Gen Kobayashi, the designer associated with The World Ends With You, giving Flame X Blaze a recognizable visual identity alongside its streamlined 3v3 format.