Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra

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Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra is a single player arcade shooter game with a anime theme. It was developed by Tchagata Games and was released on July 22, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra is a horizontal 2D shoot’em up that introduces gameplay mechanics such as bullet counter and blast pods. The player takes the role of Tenguman, a long-nosed goblin who wakes up after a thousand year sleep to see the world overrun by an army of mythical pranksters.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

music7 positive mentions

The game features a unique Japanese Yokai setting with well-drawn cartoon graphics and a fitting soundtrack.
Gameplay mechanics, including the ability to counter enemy shots, add depth and originality to the experience.
Despite its short length, the game offers engaging gameplay and a visually appealing world that immerses players in Japanese folklore.

Controls are clunky and unintuitive, making gameplay frustrating at times.
The art style and animations are often described as amateurish, detracting from the overall experience.
The game has a large hitbox and slow movement, which can lead to poor design choices in a bullet hell context.

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13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is widely praised for its ability to blend traditional Japanese instruments with contemporary beats, creating a unique and immersive atmosphere that complements its visuals. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, elevating the overall experience, although some note that the sound effects could be improved. Overall, the music significantly enhances the game's aesthetic and aligns well with its Japanese yokai setting.
- “The game's soundtrack perfectly complements its visuals, smoothly blending traditional Japanese instruments and vocals with contemporary beats.”
- “I haven't experienced such an effective adaptation of Japanese folklore and music in a game since Okami.”
- “Anyone who enjoys beautiful art and music will more than likely be pleased by the game's unique aesthetic and mystic atmosphere.”
- “The music is okay, but the game isn't too difficult.”
- “As for the game's visuals and music, nandeyanen!?”
- “The art, game mechanics, and soundtrack really bring the Japanese style to the game.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a unique and appealing art style that effectively captures a Japanese yokai setting, complemented by a well-crafted soundtrack that blends traditional and contemporary elements. While some players have mixed feelings about the art and animations, many appreciate the clean visuals and engaging bullet patterns that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the aesthetic and music contribute significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere.
- “The game delivers a Japanese yokai setting with nicely drawn cartoon graphics and a fitting soundtrack.”
- “Anyone who enjoys beautiful art and music will more than likely be pleased by the game's unique aesthetic and mystic atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are clean and the art style is great; the bullet patterns are really great and hard yet not impossible to avoid, which makes it more fun and accessible to everyone.”
- “I don't like the controls and the art style.”
- “What I really don't like is the art style and the animations.”
- “As for the game's visuals and music, nandeyanen!?”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the controls and pacing as poor and unrefined, while others appreciate the satisfying mechanics of deflecting bullets and the clever use of abilities. The game features interesting mechanics, such as parrying and special attacks, which enhance the experience, particularly on higher difficulty levels. Overall, while some aspects of gameplay are engaging and well-designed, others fall short, leading to a divided reception.
- “Managing to deflect a torrent of bullets feels pretty satisfying, and using the other skills efficiently is fun, but you'll have to play on 'normal' or 'hard' to appreciate the cleverness of the game's mechanics.”
- “Offers not only sound gameplay but also a well-imagined world that has all the appeal of a folktale.”
- “The game has interesting mechanics like the ability to parry/counter the bullets coming your way, and some enemies have a shield which only breaks if you use your special attack on them, then you can hit them with your regular bullets.”
- “Controls, gameplay, and writing were all rather poor.”
- “The gameplay mechanics and the overall pace feel strange (in a bad way).”
- “Managing to deflect a torrent of bullets feels pretty satisfying, and using the other skills efficiently is fun, but you'll have to play on 'normal' or 'hard' to appreciate the cleverness of the mechanics.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its beautiful art and enchanting music, creating a unique and mystical experience that appeals to fans of artistic and immersive environments.
- “Anyone who enjoys beautiful art and music will more than likely be pleased by the game's unique aesthetic and mystic atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game enjoyable and unique, highlighting its high replayability, especially given its low price of £1.59, making it a worthwhile investment.
- “It's pretty fun and a bit peculiar, easily replayable; and at £1.59 you can't really go wrong, can you?”

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Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra is a arcade shooter game with anime theme.

Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra is available on PC, Windows, Xbox 360 and Xbox.

Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra was released on July 22, 2015.

Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra was developed by Tchagata Games.

Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Nandeyanen!?: The 1st Sûtra is a single player game.

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