Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis

Game Overview

Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis (仮面ライダー バトライド・ウォー 創生) is a hack-and-slash action game developed by Eighting and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on February 25, 2016, for PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation 4 in Japan, it serves as the third entry in the Battride War series and the franchise’s 45th anniversary title.

The game features a completely original story in which Kamen Riders across history begin disappearing. Survivors Ghost and Den-O use the DenLiner to travel through time, following Rider Tickets that lead them to the origins of each Rider in order to restore the erased heroes. For the first time in the series, both Showa-era Riders (including Kamen Rider 1, V3, Black, and others) and a large roster of Heisei Riders appear as fully playable characters, totaling more than 45 selectable Riders.

Gameplay follows the established Musou-style formula of clearing large groups of enemies with combo attacks, special moves, and ultimate Rider techniques. New systems include form changes for many Riders, the Double Rider System (pairing with a partner), Attack Blast vehicle combat, and the ability to play as Takeshi Hongo in his civilian form before transforming. Story Mode, free missions, and survival modes provide extensive content, with collectible Rider Cards and Rider Souls used for progression and upgrades.

Quick Specifications

• Title: Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis
  
• Japanese Title: 仮面ライダー バトライド・ウォー 創生
  
• Platform: PlayStation Vita
  
• Genre: Hack-and-Slash / Dramatic Rider Action
  
• Developer: Eighting
  
• Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
  
• Release Date: February 25, 2016 (Japan)
  
• Players: 1
  
• Rating: CERO (Japan)
  
• Language: Japanese
  
• Notable Features: 45+ playable Riders (Showa + Heisei), original anniversary story, form changes, Double Rider System
  

Key Features

• Over 45 playable Kamen Riders spanning Showa and Heisei eras, including the original Kamen Rider 1 and Ghost.
  
• Original 45th anniversary story involving time travel, disappearing Riders, and restoring history.
  
• Musou-style hack-and-slash combat with large enemy groups, combos, and signature Rider finishers.
  
• Form change systems unique to each Rider, plus the Double Rider partner system.
  
• New Attack Blast vehicle attacks and the ability to fight as Takeshi Hongo before transforming.
  
• Multiple modes including Story Mode, free missions, and survival challenges.
  
• Rider Cards and Rider Souls for character progression and customization.
  
• Stages and battles that recreate iconic moments from the long-running series.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correct English title?

The official English title is Kamen Rider: Battride War Genesis. It is also referred to as Kamen Rider: Battride War Creation or Battride War Sousei.

Is this game available in English?

No. The PlayStation Vita version was released only in Japanese with no official English localization.

How many playable Riders are there?

More than 45 playable Riders are available, covering primary and secondary characters from all 26 TV series up to Ghost, plus classic Showa Riders for the first time in the series.

What makes this entry special?

It is the 45th anniversary title that finally includes Showa-era Riders, features an original time-travel story, and significantly expands the playable roster compared to previous Battride War games.

Does the Vita version differ from the PS4/PS3 versions?

The core content is the same across platforms. The Vita version is fully playable with the same modes and characters, though some visual or performance differences may exist due to hardware.

Who developed the game?

The game was developed by Eighting and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment for PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation 4.