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Black Steel: Syndicate Breaker

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Black Steel: Syndicate Breaker playtest

by SepM

A comic‑book styled 3D fighter with rollback netcode where a determined uncle battles a ruthless syndicate.

Anyone with a Steam account can join, and it's free.

Access
Instant
On playtest since
Oct 23, 2026
Planned release
To be announced
Developer
SepM
Platforms
Windows
Players
Multiplayer, Online PvP, PvP, Single-player, Split-screen PvP
Languages
English

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About Black Steel: Syndicate Breaker

Black Steel: Syndicate Breaker is a 3D fighting game that takes the frantic nature of 2D fighters into a 3D space. Featuring rollback netcode for seamless online play, it delivers explosive battles wrapped in a bold comic‑book aesthetic and a soundtrack that keeps the adrenaline pumping.

The game stars Barrett Black, a family man who refuses to let a rising criminal syndicate's weapons trade put his family in danger. His struggle sets the stage for a cast of diverse characters, each with their own motives and stories to fulfill. With five playable characters, single‑player and multiplayer modes, and mechanics designed for both accessibility and mastery, Black Steel offers a fighting experience that’s as personal as it is stylish.

Game Modes

Black Steel: Syndicate Breaker offers a range of modes designed for both single and multiplayer.

Arcade mode - lets players uncover each character’s story through a series of battles

Versus mode - provides free play against AI or friends

Online mode - powered by rollback netcode, ensures seamless matches worldwide

Training mode - includes robust tools for experimenting with combos and strategies

Team Battle mode - allows players to pit squads of fighters against each other

From the game's Steam page.