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Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem

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68%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
story, graphics
89% User Score Based on 27 reviews

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Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by CFK Co., Ltd. and was released on December 14, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem" is a single-player Action game with a good soundtrack, featuring gothic horror elements and Touhou characters. Sakuya Izayoi embarks on a journey to Scarlet Devil Castle to find her missing companions and the disappeared spring. The game boasts remastered HD graphics, professional voice acting, and improved action-packed gameplay with elegant sound and smooth controls.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions

  • The game features excellent art and music, enhancing the overall atmosphere and nostalgia for fans of the genre.
  • Gameplay improvements over the previous title, including better controls and more subweapon options, make for a more enjoyable experience.
  • Challenging difficulty levels provide a true Touhou experience, rewarding players who seek high-skill runs.
  • The game lacks significant innovation and new content compared to its predecessor, making it feel familiar and somewhat underwhelming.
  • Limited flight mechanics and a stamina gauge can detract from the enjoyment of gameplay, leading to frustration during boss fights.
  • The price point may be considered steep for the short playtime and lack of substantial new features, prompting recommendations to wait for a sale.
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Koumajou Remilia II: Stranger's Requiem" is generally seen as an improvement over its predecessor, featuring better enemy design, mechanics, and controls, though it remains somewhat simplistic and archaic. While the game offers enjoyable classic Castlevania-style gameplay and new features like a boss rush mode, some players find it lacking in depth and innovation, with certain elements feeling underutilized. Overall, it provides a solid experience for fans of the genre, despite some minor flaws and a price-to-length ratio that may require consideration.

    • “Very good sequel and gameplay improvement, a bit easier than its prequel.”
    • “The controls are better as is the enemy placement and overall mechanics.”
    • “In my opinion, more importantly, this game improves on the gameplay established in the first game significantly, which makes for a much more enjoyable experience.”
    • “Not designed in such a way that makes the player just needle the game with criticism for how stupid the experience is before you even get to the whole 'excellence' layer of gameplay.”
    • “This approach to moves, combined with overly defensive and restrictive gameplay in many instances means that you're asked to invest a lot of mental energy into learning a game where the process of doing so just really isn't enjoyable compared to a game that doesn't ask you to think about what your actions cost relative to constantly seeing how underwhelming their utility and damage are.”
    • “Moreover, the simplicity of the gameplay, described as archaic by some, might not appeal to players seeking more depth or complexity.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with standout tracks like "Rose-Killing Carmilla" being highlighted as favorites among players. The soundtrack complements the game's art and challenging gameplay, making it a significant aspect for both hardcore fans and those who appreciate the aesthetic experience. Overall, the music contributes greatly to the game's appeal, reinforcing its status as a top-tier title in the Touhou series.

    • “Excellent art & music — beautiful portraits and a soundtrack that enhance atmosphere.”
    • “Good game, it's challenging with awesome music and character design, might be my favorite Touhou doujin game series.”
    • “The soundtrack, especially the track 'Rose-Killing Carmilla', is a standout, echoing the game's overall quality.”
    • “Hard difficulty provides a genuine Touhou challenge, rewarding players seeking high-skill runs, while multiple difficulty options ensure accessibility for those more interested in the art and music.”
    • “Koumajou Densetsu II: Stranger’s Requiem is a challenging and enjoyable title for Touhou fans, featuring strong art, music, and replayability.”
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as light and somewhat disconnected from its predecessor, with a linear mission structure culminating in boss battles. While there are new features like a collection mode for story segments and character bios, players feel that the overall narrative could have been more developed and engaging.

    • “Regardless, when I get a break from work, I look forward to seeing if the translation/story was changed while shaking off some rust.”
    • “Yet, there's a sense that the game could have offered more, especially in terms of new gameplay features and story development.”
    • “- New collection mode where you can watch story segments, read character bios, and listen to game soundtracks.”
    • “The plot of this game is pretty light, and there isn’t much connection to the plot of the first game.”
    • “There is no story in this mode (not 100% sure on that).”
    • “It would be nice if this mode provided some more backstory or something, but oh well...”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Koumajou Remilia II: Stranger's Requiem" are praised for their stunning visuals and beautiful artwork, showcasing a blend of gothic aesthetics and retro-platformer style. However, some low-resolution sprites and limited graphical improvements detract from the overall experience, leaving it feeling somewhat unpolished despite enhancements like HD graphics and professional voice acting. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, they do not significantly elevate the gameplay.

    • “Solid vania-like with great artwork, classic doujin.”
    • “Beautiful artwork.”
    • “This sequel enhances the experience with HD graphics, professional voice acting, and expanded content.”
    • “While some graphical improvements and bug fixes are noticeable, they do little to enhance the overall gameplay experience.”
    • “The low-resolution sprites in certain areas, such as the fire spire, detract from the otherwise high-quality visuals.”
    • “I think some enemies received graphical rework, some bugs that I knew from the original game are fixed, but that's it.”
  • character development
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is highlighted by stunning designs from Banpai Akira, which blend dark charm and originality, enhancing the gothic theme. While the gameplay is challenging, the visual presentation, including character and environment designs, is also praised, contributing to an overall immersive experience.

    • “Banpai Akira's character designs are a seamless blend of dark charm and originality, perfectly complementing the gothic theme.”
    • “Aside from gameplay, the visual presentation is well done with the character designs, pixel work, and environment designs.”
    • “Great character designs made by Banpai Akira.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features strong replayability through multiple unlockable modes that enhance engagement, although some players feel that the regular enemies are underdeveloped and the overall design lacks uniqueness compared to other titles in the genre. While it offers a challenging experience for fans, its replay value may be limited for those seeking more than just skill improvement.

    • “Replay value — multiple unlockable modes extend playtime and engagement.”
    • “Koumajou Densetsu II: Stranger’s Requiem is a challenging and enjoyable title for Touhou fans, featuring strong art, music, and replayability.”
    • “The game also offers strong replay value through unlockable modes, though regular enemies feel underdeveloped, and the overall design doesn’t distinguish itself much from other classicvania titles.”
    • “It can be completed in a few hours or less, and unfortunately there isn’t a lot of replay value aside from simply getting better at playing the game.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game's flying mechanics require improvement, and the time stop feature is prone to bugs, indicating stability issues that need addressing.

    • “The flying mechanics could use a bit of work, and the time stop feature is quite buggy.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay and affected my overall enjoyment.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its excellent art and music, featuring beautiful portraits and a soundtrack that significantly enhance the overall experience.

    • “Excellent art and music — beautiful portraits and a soundtrack that enhance the atmosphere.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
    • “The haunting sound design and stunning visuals create a captivating atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
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Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem is a action adventure game.

Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem was released on December 14, 2023.

Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem was developed by CFK Co., Ltd..

Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem is a single player game.

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