Don'Yoku

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Don'Yoku is a single player action game. It was developed by Dark-Spot Studio and was released on June 29, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

If you love shoot ‘em up and you love ‘em hard, with glorious music, with screen filling bullet patterns and huge token cancels, then Don’yoku is just for you!

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57%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is challenging yet rewarding, with tight controls and a variety of mechanics that keep players engaged.
Great replay value with multiple difficulty levels and three different aircraft to choose from, catering to both casual and hardcore players.

The control setup is unintuitive and frustrating, with many players struggling to configure their controllers or find the right key bindings.
Technical issues such as glitches and poor performance detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The game has a limited play area due to its fixed resolution and aspect ratio, which can hinder the experience on modern displays.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a classic arcade style where players choose from three pilots to battle waves of enemies and bosses. While some users find the overall experience lacking, the unique bomb-like attack mechanics and weapon systems are praised, particularly appealing to bullet hell fans. Overall, the gameplay is seen as enjoyable with a strong presentation, making it a worthwhile experience for genre enthusiasts.
- “Choose between one of three pilots and play through waves of enemies and bosses in a very typical arcade-style gameplay experience.”
- “On the positive side, the mechanic of getting bomb-like attacks is cool, and I really like it.”
- “All in all, great gameplay and cool presentation makes don'yoku a must-have for bullet hell aficionados.”
- “The gameplay is not good either.”
- “Choose between one of three pilots and play through waves of enemies and bosses in a very typical arcade style gameplay experience.”
- “Wish there was more posted gameplay and runs.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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17%
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The music in the game is highly praised for its energetic and engaging soundtrack, reminiscent of classic arcade titles, blending hard rock elements with a nostalgic atmosphere. However, some players find that the music can become repetitive over time. Overall, it enhances the gameplay experience, complementing the visual aesthetics and scoring system effectively.
- “The soundtrack is one of the absolute best I have heard in any video game!”
- “A Japanese arcade pixel art 2-button vertical bullet-hell shooter adorned with a pulse-pounding hard rock soundtrack.”
- “The music after some time feels annoying.”
- “Shmup with less than smooth controls, but with pretty smooth music.”
- “Seriously though, this has the visual aesthetics of a Toaplan classic like Batsugun, the heavily rockin' soundtrack of a Raizing romp like Battle Garegga (think Dimahoo), and the tight and realized scoring system of a modern Cave title a la Dodonpachi.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the retro pixel art and tight 9:16 aspect ratio as unattractive and uninspiring. However, others appreciated the nostalgic aesthetic, likening it to classic titles and praising its fit within the overall fun and engaging gameplay experience.
- “All in all, I've found it to be a very fun, original, and aesthetically pleasing shoot-'em-up!”
- “Graphics are ugly, retro pixel with a very tight 9:16 aspect ratio (ugh).”
- “Unclear controls and poor controller support, uninspiring visuals.”
- “Seriously though, this has the visual aesthetics of a Toaplan classic like Batsugun, the heavily rockin' soundtrack of a Raizing romp like Battle Garegga (think Dimahoo), and the tight and realized scoring system of a modern Cave title a la Dodonpachi.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is relatively short in length, yet it offers significant replay value, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “This game is fairly short, but it has great replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes me want to play again and again.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is reminiscent of classic arcade games, enhanced by nostalgic music and sound effects that evoke a sense of retro gaming charm.
- “The atmosphere is reminiscent of classic old-school arcades, enhanced by nostalgic music and sound effects.”
- “The game's atmosphere perfectly captures the essence of retro gaming, with its vibrant visuals and engaging audio.”
- “There's a unique charm to the atmosphere, blending vintage arcade vibes with modern gameplay elements.”
- “The atmosphere feels kind of old school arcade, with music and sound that don't quite match the modern gaming experience.”
- “The overall ambiance lacks depth, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “The sound design is underwhelming, failing to create a captivating atmosphere.”