Azure Striker GUNVOLT 3
Released Oct 2022
The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!
87% positive · 458 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Steam $29.99
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Evaluation
Azure Striker GUNVOLT 3 launched on October 13, 2022 and received a focused burst of post-launch activity over the following two months. Five DLC packs (all "EX Image Pulses" cosmetic/gameplay items) were released at or shortly after launch, all of which have shipped. A notable free content update, "Episode ATEMS," was added on December 14, 2022 alongside an online leaderboard feature. Additional boss battles were introduced via patches in October and November 2022 as well. All five listed DLC entries are released with no unreleased items remaining on the store. The last developer communication of any kind was a leaderboard bug fix on February 15, 2024. There have been no announcements, roadmaps, or developer statements indicating further content is planned. The game shipped as a complete action title and its post-launch activity was concentrated in the first ~2 months after release, with only a single maintenance patch since then. No ongoing content cycle or future content has been signaled.
Evidence
Ver 2.0.1 added the 'Episode ATEMS' scenario and online leaderboard — the last major content update to the game.
All 5 DLC packs are released with no unreleased items remaining in the store listing.
Content
5 of 5 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Achievements
33
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
What lies beyond the path toward hope?
The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!
Play as both new star Kirin and series protagonist Gunvolt as you switch between them on the fly while conquering Gunvolt 3's many stages and bosses. Story Mode+ which keeps the exciting action uninterrupted by the rich story. New to Gunvolt 3 are Image Pulses, collectable summons and equipment called forth from Gunvolt's own memories. Over 150 varieties are available to collect!
■Satisfying swordplay meets light-speed superpowers!
Experience the exhilarating 2D action your own way! Take control of Kirin's stylish sword action or Gunvolt's devastating lightning powers to clear stages with show-stopping abilities!
■The thrilling near-future dystopian story plays out in real-time with "Story Mode+"!
Characters talk and banter without interrupting gameplay thanks to Story Mode+, allowing their personalities to shine and the story to develop without diluting the action experience.
Full English voices are available along with the original Japanese!
■New songs from "The Muse" Lumen heat up the battle!
Put on a show with your gameplay to earn "Kudos" points and the virtual pop idol Lumen will start a performance of her own, replacing the stage track with a vocal pop song! 7 brand new songs are included alongside a large selection of classic songs from the series.
■Kirin and Gunvolt's team-up creates a new power - "Image Pulse"!
Collect over 150 types of "Image Pulses," giving form to Gunvolt's memories. Image Pulses allow you to summon comrades and rivals from Gunvolt's past to attack, grant abilities, and more.
The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!
Play as both new star Kirin and series protagonist Gunvolt as you switch between them on the fly while conquering Gunvolt 3's many stages and bosses. Story Mode+ which keeps the exciting action uninterrupted by the rich story. New to Gunvolt 3 are Image Pulses, collectable summons and equipment called forth from Gunvolt's own memories. Over 150 varieties are available to collect!
■Satisfying swordplay meets light-speed superpowers!
Experience the exhilarating 2D action your own way! Take control of Kirin's stylish sword action or Gunvolt's devastating lightning powers to clear stages with show-stopping abilities!
■The thrilling near-future dystopian story plays out in real-time with "Story Mode+"!
Characters talk and banter without interrupting gameplay thanks to Story Mode+, allowing their personalities to shine and the story to develop without diluting the action experience.
Full English voices are available along with the original Japanese!
■New songs from "The Muse" Lumen heat up the battle!
Put on a show with your gameplay to earn "Kudos" points and the virtual pop idol Lumen will start a performance of her own, replacing the stage track with a vocal pop song! 7 brand new songs are included alongside a large selection of classic songs from the series.
■Kirin and Gunvolt's team-up creates a new power - "Image Pulse"!
Collect over 150 types of "Image Pulses," giving form to Gunvolt's memories. Image Pulses allow you to summon comrades and rivals from Gunvolt's past to attack, grant abilities, and more.
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Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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