It's got some flaws but damnit if it isn't a blast to play. I'm a big fan of Contra and Metal Slug so seeing those inspirations come through in Blazing Chrome was a real treat. It's not doing anything revolutionary, but it's executing extremely well on the foundation established by those heavy hitters. There are some unfair feeling enemy placements and stage designs, but the checkpoints and unlimited continues made these less frustrating than they could have been.