QP Shooting: Dangerous!!
- November 14, 2014
- Orange_Juice
Get on SteamQP Shooting: Dangerous!! is a bullet hell shoot'em-up game featuring the pudding-loving dog girl QP from 100% Orange Juice. Play through five stages, battle old and new enemies, and save pudding from a mysterious nemesis. Choose from four difficulty levels, three play styles, and unlock 28 formations for QP's attacks. As a bonus, buying this game gives you a free bonus character in 100% Orange Juice on Steam.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features tight controls and a variety of R-bit formations, allowing for customizable gameplay and replay value.
- The cute graphics and humorous storyline about a dog-girl seeking pudding add charm and enjoyment to the experience.
- It offers multiple difficulty levels and modes, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned bullet hell players.
- The game can be visually overwhelming, with bright colors and effects that may obscure important gameplay elements, making it hard to distinguish between safe and dangerous objects.
- Some players find the difficulty spikes frustrating, especially due to the lack of checkpoints during boss battles.
- The graphics and music, while cute, may not meet the expectations of players looking for high-quality visuals and soundtracks in a bullet hell game.
- story35 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story of Qp-shu is a whimsical and humorous quest centered around a cute dog-girl named Qp, who is on a mission to reclaim her beloved pudding. While the narrative is often described as silly and childish, it adds charm to the gameplay, which is complemented by catchy music and appealing graphics. Players can enjoy the story through various modes, making it accessible even for those who may struggle with the bullet hell mechanics.
“Meet QP, a cute girl (with fluffy dog ears and tail) and help her on a dangerous and epic quest to get her sweet pudding and shoot lasers at everything and everyone that stands between her and her beloved dessert.”
“The storyline is hilarious, simply an inugirl in search of pudding.”
“This is a fun bullet hell shmup, and it has a very funny story.”
“The story is written by 5 year olds, but it's a bullet hell, so it doesn't really need one.”
“In a more serious tone... while it is an incredibly childish storyline, with not much of plot twists to boot, it still gains some momentum thanks to the graphics and music.”
“Don't play this game for the story.”
- music33 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy, lighthearted, and fitting the colorful aesthetic, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, noting its infectious quality and ability to energize players during challenging moments. While some mention minor issues like bugs in specific music themes, the overall consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“The game is colorful and has a pretty good soundtrack too, maybe a surprise here or there for someone expecting this game to be a cakewalk on higher difficulties based on the first two levels.”
“Another cute and fun shoot 'em up~ fun dialogue, wide range of shot types, lots of challenges, and an amazing OST too!”
“The music is catchy, it's cheery, and it fits the mood.”
“The music at the start screen is bugged and I couldn't fix it.”
“The music gives an exciting pace to the gameplay, but it is very, very short.”
“Just to hear that slight music and those sound effects as I blast through everything...and then promptly die.”
- gameplay26 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Qp-shu is characterized by its engaging mechanics, including innovative formation and chain systems, as well as a variety of shooting modes that cater to players of all skill levels. While it retains the traditional bullet-hell style, it introduces unique elements like customizable attack patterns and a hyper mode, making it both challenging and rewarding. Overall, players find the gameplay addictive and well-designed, with a satisfying blend of strategy and action.
“Gameplay is robust, there are quite a variety of shooting modes to unlock as well as different difficulty levels for every type of player from beginner to hardcore bullet hell pro.”
“For a game I originally just bought for an extra character, this is incredibly addicting and an excellently designed bullet hell shooter which properly rewards risky play and all of its mechanics work together like greased lightning.”
“The mechanics are pretty easy to get accustomed to, but hard to master - this game uses a chain system for scoring, gives you the ability to engage a hyper mode that is important both for survival and for scoring, and allows you to pick three shot types per run that you can switch between on the fly.”
“Another major annoyance is that the bullet cancel mechanic can cause bullets to turn into points with the exact same color scheme, which is frustrating since you will think it's still bullets.”
“If you don't care for the bullet hell gameplay and just want it for the silly story and cute protagonist, or you just want the 100% Orange Juice DLC that comes with it, then I'd say this game is just right for you.”
“The music gives an exciting pace to the gameplay, but it is very, very short.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a cute and cartoony art style that many find bright and cheerful, contributing positively to the game's overall atmosphere. However, some users note that the graphics can be difficult to see, particularly in bullet hell scenarios, and are not considered top-tier. Overall, while the visuals may not impress everyone, they effectively complement the game's playful theme and soundtrack.
“Cute and silly presentation with cartoony graphics.”
“Is a great game, filled with cute graphics and great music.”
“I think the coloring choices and graphics are perfect for the style and attitude that this game attempts to portray, and definitely give a cheery vibe as you go on your quest for the elusive pudding.”
“Besides that, the graphics are pretty bad, and I have low standards in that regard.”
“Really wanted to like it, but the graphics were hard for me to see.”
“The graphics are nowhere near top-notch, but for what they are: they are good.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in Qp-shu is widely praised, with players finding the storyline—centered around an inugirl's quest for pudding—both hilarious and charming. The game's quirky characters and unique plot elements contribute to its comedic appeal, making it a fun and engaging experience despite its relatively short length. Overall, the humor enhances the gameplay, setting it apart from similar titles.
“Qp-shu is a cute little bullet hell game with a funny story and challenging gameplay.”
“This is a fun bullet hell shmup, and it has a very funny story.”
“Storyline is hilarious, simply an inugirl in search of pudding.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its innovative formation mechanic, which encourages players to improve their skills to unlock advanced formations. The variety of unlockable formations and the incentive to experiment with different combinations further enhance the game's replay value.
“Lots of replay value.”
“I think the formation mechanic is pretty innovative and offers replay value too, since you can buy more advanced formations (but of course, that requires getting good scores since you earn in-game coins from your score when you lose), so it's an incentive to get better too.”
“I think the formation mechanic is pretty innovative and offers replay value too, since you can buy more advanced formations (but of course, that requires getting good scores since you get the in-game coins from your score when you lose), so it's an incentive to get better too.”
“The unlockable formations add even more replay value as you try to fight your way through using different combinations.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a deeply emotional experience, with some expressing that the game elicited strong feelings, including joy that brought them to tears, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.
“I cried happy tears. 10/10”
“The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
“I felt a deep connection to the characters and their struggles.”
