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Genre: Action - FPS
Tags: Wild West, Comic Book, Humorous, Hand-Painted
Expected Playtime: 4-5 hours
Controls: Mouse and Keyboard, Gamepads
Platforms: Steam (PC)
Publisher: Retro Zero Games
Release Date: TBA
Estimated Price: TBA
Summary
In a land where bullets dictate history and legends fall as quickly as they rise, Bullet Ballet delivers a fast-paced, comic-book-infused Wild West shooter. A father’s disappearance sets a son on a relentless path of vengeance, navigating a world where loyalty is fragile, and survival is a carefully choreographed dance of destruction.
Do you have what it takes to keep up with the rhythm?
About the Game
Once, Cole and Dean were an unstoppable duo, outlaws who walked away from every job with their lives and pockets full.
But this isn’t their story.
It’s Johnny’s. The son left behind. The man caught in their storm. He’s reckless, he’s relentless, and he’s got one thing on his mind, finding out what really happened to his father. Armed with a sharp tongue, a quick trigger finger, and a past he can’t outrun, Johnny dives headfirst into a world of shifting allegiances, gunfights, and long-buried betrayals. Bullet Ballet is a first-person shooter that blends high-energy action with a bold comic book aesthetic, delivering a stylized, fast-paced experience set against the backdrop of the American Wild West.
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Design Approach
Bullet Ballet is designed around three key pillars: 2D characters in a 3D environment, a stylized Wild West setting, and a comic book-inspired narrative presentation. The game features hand-drawn 2D characters that interact naturally within a fully cell-shaded 3D world, combining expressive animation with dynamic environments.
The setting draws from classic Western themes, emphasizing reputation, survival, and tactical shootouts across diverse locations. The narrative is presented through panel-based cutscenes, bold typography, and stylized visual effects, ensuring a distinct comic book aesthetic. These elements work together to create a visually unique and immersive gameplay experience.
Narrative Experience
In Bullet Ballet every moment is a step in a violent choreography where rhythm is survival and hesitation is fatal. Gunfights aren’t just chaos; they’re carefully orchestrated, a dance of destruction where every shot fired and every blow landed is part of something bigger.
Johnny moves through this world like a bullet with no destination, chasing a story that was set in motion long before he had a say in it. His father, Cole, built a legacy in blood and betrayal, only to vanish without a trace. Dean, the man who once stood beside him, now wears a smile too well-practiced to trust. Somewhere between the past and the present, between loyalty and revenge, lies the truth.
This is a world where history isn’t written, it’s fought for. Some people seek justice, others vengeance, but for those like Johnny, Cole or Dean, it’s something else entirely.
This is a game about the ones who, in a place where bullets write history, have no choice but to carve their name into the pages before they burn.
Gameplay
Bullet Ballet takes the raw, fast-paced action of classic FPS games and reimagines it with modern mechanics, blending intense shootouts with satirical storytelling. Every fight is an opportunity for both spectacle and strategy, allowing players to interact with their environment in ways that fuel both action and humor.
Retro FPS-inspired gunplay with tight controls, powerful weapons, and strategic enemy encounters.
Environmental interaction, kick down doors, flip tables for cover, and use objects to your advantage.
Cinematic action sequences infused with comic book-style flair, making every moment feel larger than life.
A balance of stealth, brawls, and shootouts, giving players multiple ways to approach encounters.
With finely crafted levels, dynamic enemy AI, and an emphasis on expressive player freedom, Bullet Ballet ensures every moment is a blend of precision and chaos.
Features
A Classic Wild West Atmosphere – Step into a world where revolvers, saloons, and high-stakes heists define the law of the land.
Bold Comic Book Aesthetic – Experience a stylized, illustrated take on the Wild West, with vibrant panel-based cutscenes and striking hand-drawn characters.
Hand-Painted Visuals – Every character, background, and animation is carefully crafted to blend traditional comic book art with immersive 3D environments.
A Tale of Loss and Revenge – Follow Johnny as he pieces together the mystery of his father’s disappearance, navigating shifting allegiances and dangerous truths.
Retro Zero Games
Retro Zero Games is an independent game studio based in Istanbul, dedicated to creating bold, stylized, and unforgettable gaming experiences.
With a passion for retro-inspired design, expressive storytelling, and innovative gameplay, the studio is focused on crafting unique adventures that stand out in the industry.
Our upcoming title, Bullet Ballet, fuses Western action with comic book aesthetics, delivering a fast-paced FPS that is as stylish as it is thrilling.
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Contact
Mail: contact@retrozero.games
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3184420/Bullet_Ballet
Instagram: @retrozero.games
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