Demon Slayer Akagi
- July 16, 2021
- Cookie Games Club
Get on SteamBattle against mythos inspired characters from around the world in this Arcade styled breakout game!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features cute characters and engaging gameplay, making it a fun experience for fans of the genre.
- It offers a unique blend of breakout mechanics and bullet hell elements, providing a fresh take on the classic Touhou formula.
- The music and art style are charming, with varied gameplay mechanics that enhance replayability and enjoyment.
- The game can feel repetitive due to its short length and lack of diverse backgrounds, which may lead to a monotonous experience.
- Some players find the music to be 'uncanny' or lacking compared to the original Touhou games, which may detract from the overall atmosphere.
- Boss battles can be trivialized by the targeting system, leading to a lack of challenge for experienced players.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging mechanics and smooth controls, offering a mix of classic arcade-style challenges and unique features that keep players entertained. While some players find the graphics lacking in immersion, the overall experience is enhanced by fun character designs, a catchy soundtrack, and varied gameplay that encourages replayability. Despite some frustrations with visibility and difficulty, many reviews highlight the addictive nature and creativity of the gameplay.
“Fun, creative way to have breakout-style gameplay.”
“Adorable game with addicting gameplay, cute art, and a baller soundtrack.”
“Just as advertised: a solid, classic arcade-styled game; the sort that will kick your butt at first, but becomes very satisfying and replayable as you get better and learn to handle its unique and tricky mechanics with all three of the different selectable ability sets.”
“Even though gameplay-wise I basically just mash buttons and hope for the best because I suck, and the backgrounds don't let me see anything.”
“While the gameplay and graphics are fine, the music, story, and writing kind of fall short.”
“The core gameplay revolves around propelling a magic ball onto tiles to slowly break them down, but, unlike many breakout-like games, the tiles will shoot back at you, and you will have to avoid those in addition to your own ball.”
- music10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as a mix of "amazing" and "uncanny," with some tracks being decent to good while others fall short. Many players appreciate the catchy and engaging soundtrack, which complements the cute visuals and gameplay, although a few find certain themes less appealing. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's unique atmosphere, with a blend of charm and oddity that resonates with players.
“The amazing music, the weird bosses and backgrounds, and the PC98 quality artwork create a unique experience that I love.”
“Adorable game with addicting gameplay, cute art, and a fantastic soundtrack.”
“Jammin' soundtrack with simple but cute visuals and character designs as well.”
“The music feels... wrong?”
“It usually ranges from decent to good, with one or two stages having some bad themes, but the way the music sounds I can only describe as 'uncanny'.”
“While the gameplay and graphics are fine, the music, story, and writing kind of fall short.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by charming pixel art and fluid animations, with a cute anime aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. While some players appreciate the unique and polished visuals, others feel that the in-game sprites do not match the quality of character portraits, suggesting that additional background elements could improve immersion. Overall, the graphics are generally well-received, complementing the engaging gameplay and enjoyable soundtrack.
“Nice pixel anime artwork, and fun gameplay.”
“Graphics are fluid and the sprite work is good.”
“While the gameplay and graphics are fine, the music, story, and writing kinda fall short.”
“The game's kinda held back by its graphics (bosses' dialogue portraits look a lot more stylish than their in-game sprites, and having some pyramids and mountains and stuff in the level backgrounds would've done a lot for immersion) but the gameplay is smooth and the bosses are high quality challenges, especially if you're going for a 1cc (clearing the game without using continues).”
“Jammin' soundtrack with simple but cute visuals and character designs as well.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as cute and enjoyable, featuring a character-driven narrative where players control Akagi on a quest to free girls from a demon's control. While the premise is engaging and the story adapts based on difficulty, it is noted to be relatively short, lasting only about half an hour. Overall, the writing and music are seen as weaker aspects, but the varied gameplay mechanics and charming art style contribute positively to the experience.
“The coolest feature probably is that the story changes depending on difficulty, with Akagi getting more confident the higher difficulty you play at.”
“Really cute game, both in story and art style.”
“The story and characters are cute and feel like a lighter version of Touhou.”
“While the gameplay and graphics are fine, the music, story, and writing kind of fall short.”
“The story dictates you're traveling the world and it is unfortunate to not see that reflected in the backgrounds.”
“Long version: Demon Slayer Akagi is a bullet-hell breakout arcade game where you control Akagi in her quest to free girls from the control of a demon.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its hilarious credits, amusing character designs, and witty dialogue, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. However, some players note that the main story's brevity, lasting only half an hour, may leave them wanting more comedic content.
“The website in the credits is hilarious.”
“Cool character designs, funny dialogue, and some neat mechanics.”
“While funny and enjoyable, the main story is only half an hour long.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its challenging arcade-style mechanics, which become more satisfying as players improve. The inclusion of different selectable ability sets and varying dialogue across difficulties adds to the overall replay value, encouraging players to revisit the game for new experiences.
“A fun arcade-style game that has plenty of replay value.”
“Just as advertised: a solid, classic arcade-styled game; the sort that will kick your butt at first, but becomes very satisfying and replayable as you get better and learn to handle its unique and tricky mechanics with all three of the different selectable ability sets.”
“The dialogue seems different between difficulties; I don't know if this is a Touhou thing or if it is randomly decided on each encounter, but it is a nice touch that also helps with replay value.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted by cool designs and humorous dialogue, contributing to an engaging experience. The combination of a catchy soundtrack and charming visuals enhances the overall appeal of the characters.
“The character development is rich and engaging, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the gameplay.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that truly impact their personalities and relationships.”
“The interactions between characters are well-written and humorous, making their development feel organic and enjoyable.”
