Denshattack! Reviews
Turning a train into a rollercoaster that does Tony Hawk skateboarding tricks is a pitch too good to not deliver, and luckily Denshattack does just that. The balancing act of combo chaining and obstacle dodging creates a high-energy game of reaction and improvement, delivering non-stop excitement.
Denshattack! is a stylish adrenaline rush that nails the blend of trick-based action and cyberpunk aesthetics in ways most games can’t touch. That’s the TBB Curator blurb, and for once it might be underselling it. This is one of the most confidently weird, mechanically sharp, visually loud games of 2026, and the fact that it’s a trick game about trains is the least interesting thing about it once you’re actually playing. Undercoders took a premise that reads as a joke and built something with real technical depth underneath it. The controls are excellent. The skill ceiling is enormous. The presentation is gorgeous. The bosses are completely unhinged in the best way. The story and characters are better than they had any obligation to be. It runs at 200fps on modest hardware and 60 locked on a Steam Deck. It’s twenty dollars. The boss jank is real and the story runtime is on the shorter side — but this is a score-attack arcade game, and judging it on story length is like judging Tony Hawk on its narrative. The content is in the mastery, and there’s a mountain of it. If the trailer looks exciting to you, buy it. That’s the whole recommendation. Almost nobody who’s played this game has come away anything less than delighted, and the ones who list complaints are listing them from the other side of forty hours of medal-chasing.
It’s this well-rounded approach that makes Denshattack such a thoroughly fantastic experience.
Denshattack transforms the absurd concept of trick-performing train carts into one of the year's most exhilarating arcade experiences.
Denshattack! is a wonderfully bizarre experience that pays off beautifully, offering a masterclass in arcade level design and high-score chasing that’ll keep you hooked in for hours on end. I love it when games are a little weird and do something remarkably distinct that I haven’t seen before, and trust me, Denshattack! ticks all of the right boxes there. But more importantly? It also delivers a gameplay experience that’s genuinely brilliant… don’t skip this one, trust me.
Denshattack! is full of style and substance. Its wacky premise, combined with auto-runner gameplay that avoids monotony and boasts an enviable soundtrack, makes for an easily addictive experience. There are rough edges to smooth out—such as control issues and lackluster elements like the weak story—that keep the game from reaching even greater heights. Even so, the adventure on offer delivers plenty of fun for anyone interested.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Combining high-quality production with plenty of innovation, Denshattack! is one of the year's best releases. Its blend of genres delivers a unique experience: traveling across Japan while performing stunts and daring maneuvers aboard a high-speed train. A catchy soundtrack, refined gameplay, and an engaging storyline are just a few of the highlights of this game—a must-play for anyone who loves top-tier fun and excitement!
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Denshattack! turns its risk-taking into a resounding success.
Review in French | Read full review
On this first half of 2026, Denshattack is the most fun game I’ve played. Spectacular and generous in content, it offers a balanced customizable train system, endearing characters and exemplary accessibility. All he needs is a multiplayer mode to be perfect.
Review in French | Read full review
Denshattack! is a production packed with style, energy, and deep mechanics. It is a title that holds its own against the competition and offers a damn fun experience from start to finish.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Denshattack! is an arcade game developed by Undercoders and distributed by Fireshine Games and Boltray Games. Traveling through Japan aboard a train might seem normal, but in Denshattack! trains are more than just a means of transportation. Following the journey of Emi and Fernando, you'll encounter customizable trains capable of performing radical maneuvers as they travel along tracks that challenge the player with drifts and jumps, as well as formidable enemies to defeat, all at a frenetic pace. Assemble a group of misfit and charismatic characters to defeat the evil Miraido corporation and become a legendary Denshattacker.
Denshattack! turns a ridiculous premise into a surprisingly solid, addictive and personality-packed arcade experience. Its blend of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, Jet Set Radio and Japanese trains works far better than it has any right to.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Denshattack! is one of those ideas that seem crazy on paper but ultimately prove that there is still room in video games for concepts capable of surprising us. Undercoders manages to turn a stunt-performing train into a fun, deep arcade game with immense personality, where every jump and combo invites us to keep improving. It may not be for every player due to its demanding learning curve, but those who connect with the game will find a unique title the kind that stays with you long after you’ve finished it.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Denshattack! is a stylish, high-speed arcade adventure that blends fluid train-based traversal, satisfying tricks, and infectious energy into an unforgettable ride.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Denshattack! transforms an unlikely concept, performing skateboard tricks with high-speed trains, into one of the year's most inventive indie experiences. Its satisfying trick system, varied boss encounters, stylish presentation, vibrant visuals, and excellent soundtrack create a gameplay loop that remains consistently engaging, while more than 50 stages and numerous optional objectives provide strong replay value. The story, however, relies on familiar battle shonen tropes and forgettable characters, serving mostly as a backdrop for the action. Despite its narrative shortcomings, Denshattack! delivers an original and addictive gameplay experience that stands out through creativity and execution.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Denshattack! arrives as a wonderful surprise in all the right ways. It provides hours of explosive goofy fun, immaculate visuals, an amazing soundtrack, and more, resulting in a truly entertaining and memorable experience.
Denshattack! turns the ridiculous idea of doing tricks with a train into one of the smoothest and most creative games I played this year. Some transitions between rails and walls can be frustrating, but the great flow, absurd levels, and constant chase for better scores made it very hard to put down.
Denshattack! may not reinvent the genre, but it stands out thanks to its unusual charm and surprisingly solid gameplay identity. Its ability to reinterpret such a specific and eccentric theme through fresh, layered mechanics makes it a game worth discovering, especially for those who appreciate bold ideas. Some trial‑and‑error moments and the lack of Italian don’t undermine its overall impact: it’s a lively, surprising experience that enthusiastically celebrates Japan’s quirky love for trains. A short yet intense ride, powered by the same wild energy as its acrobatic convoy, and one of the most memorable releases of 2026.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Denshattack! demands patience during its opening stretch, and some players may bounce off before its controls start to feel natural. It is fast, frenetic, and occasionally so visually busy that its beautiful environments become background noise. Once it clicks, though, it becomes an exhilarating arcade game with a huge skill ceiling, imaginative missions, unforgettable bosses, and a style entirely its own.
I haven’t played a game that captivated me as much right from the get-go as Denshattack has. The initial premise is so ridiculously outlandish that it’s hard to ignore. But I never even considered it could have such an interesting narrative behind it, one that’s surprisingly tied to real-life issues Japan is facing. My only issue is that there isn’t more Denshattack to enjoy. Undercoders cooked up a proper gem—a game that reminds you not everything has been said and done in gaming, and an absolute must-play that needs to be in your collection right now. It is my Game of the Year thus far, and it could potentially be yours as well.