Dash, evade, and smash your way to the truth as the corporate spy, Asaru; or the reckless CIA agent, Amelia! Uncover the dark secrets of the Negabot mega corporation as you save the company from a hostile takeover. Assault Spy is a stylish, fast paced, pure-action game with a dash of comedy.
Players universally praise the game's combat system as one of its strongest aspects. The controls feel "butter smooth" and "extremely fluid," allowing players to seamlessly chain together a wide variety of attacks and traversal abilities. Borrowing heavily from the character action genre, the gameplay delivers a fast-paced, freeform combat experience reminiscent of titles like Devil May Cry.
Gamers have access to an expansive set of attacks, abilities, and combat techniques that can be unlocked and customized through a skill tree system. The two playable characters, Asaru and Amelia, possess distinct movesets catering to different playstyles. Asaru focuses on rapid, acrobatic strikes using a briefcase, umbrella sword, and explosive business cards, while Amelia utilizes powerful melee combos, parries, and a charged "voltage" attack. Players who invest time to master each character's moveset can pull off increasingly stylish and devastating combo chains.
A key aspect of the combat is its emphasis on mobility and positioning. Gamers can freely dash around the battlefield to avoid attacks and reposition themselves for optimal combo opportunities. The dedicated dash button allows for fluid repositioning without interrupting attacks. While the lock-on mechanic has some noted inconsistencies, it helps players keep track of their targets during the chaotic battles.
In line with the character action genre, the gameplay places a heavy emphasis on stylish, high-scoring combat performance. As players defeat enemies, they are graded on factors such as the length and creativity of their combo strings. This encourages experimentation with the various techniques and unlockable abilities to find the most visually impressive ways to dispatch foes. Many reviewers note the satisfaction of pulling off elaborate, DMC-esque combos and being rewarded with high scores.
While the standard enemy encounters are generally viewed as easy to overcome, the boss battles are praised for providing a meaningful challenge. These encounters require players to carefully learn enemy patterns and effectively utilize their full moveset to break through the bosses' defenses and open them up to devastating combo opportunities. The satisfaction of mastering these boss battles and executing flawless runs is highlighted by many players.