Samurai Aces

About

Also known as Psikyo Shooting Collection Vol. 2: Sengoku Ace + Sengoku Blade in Japan, is a two game compilation.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

Samurai Aces offers an authentic arcade experience with impressive graphics and sound, making it enjoyable on larger screens.
The game features a variety of unique characters and a challenging gameplay experience that rewards memorization and skill.
The port is well-executed, providing options for difficulty settings and online leaderboards, enhancing replay value.

The game's difficulty can be punishing, with slow character speeds and fast bullet patterns that may frustrate some players.
There is a lack of practice mode and detailed instructions for charge attacks, making it hard for players to improve without memorization.
Some technical aspects, like blurry sprites and sensitive controls, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is well-received for its engaging presentation and accessibility, allowing beginners to succeed through memorization. Players appreciate the variety of unique characters, storytelling elements, and challenging mechanics, alongside features like charging shots, online leaderboards, and customizable settings that enhance the overall experience.
- “Overall, the game's presentation and gameplay are really good, and a beginner can absolutely clear this with memorization.”
- “These old school classic arcade games provide players with a lot of things to discover, offering various fun hidden in the content as well as the gameplay itself.”
- “Unique characters, storytelling, challenging gameplay, charging shots, online leaderboards, custom game settings, and more.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a nostalgic blend of 80's and 90's aesthetics, featuring wacky yet balanced comedic elements that complement the chaotic game world. Players appreciate the humorous character interactions and storylines, which add a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “I love the 80's/90's drawings, sprites, strong ancient Japanese themes, and wacky humor, which doesn't go over the top (unlike Gunbird).”
- “Despite the mood of the chaotic game world, the characters and stories are quite humorous and funny.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is influenced by the player's initial choices, affecting the overall mood, difficulty, and scoring. It features unique characters and engaging storytelling, complemented by challenging gameplay and customizable settings. Additionally, online leaderboards enhance the competitive aspect of the narrative experience.
- “Unique characters, storytelling, challenging gameplay, charging shots, online leaderboards, custom game settings, and more.”
- “Depending on which stage you started early on, it could affect the story, mood, difficulty, and scoring.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been praised for their high quality, achieving an arcade-perfect port with additional features like extra difficulty levels and a "score attack" mode. Users appreciate the developers' attention to detail and the inclusion of various graphical options.
- “I give it a thumbs up because, like with all their other games, the developers have done an excellent job with the quality of the port. It's arcade-perfect with the addition of extra difficulty levels, a 'score attack' mode with online leaderboards, and some nice graphical options.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features an online leaderboard system that enhances competitive play by allowing users to showcase their performance globally, indicating a well-optimized experience for tracking and comparing scores.
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I love how the game balances performance and graphics, making it accessible without sacrificing quality.”
- “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the game, ensuring quick load times and minimal lag.”
replayability
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The game boasts high replayability due to its engaging features, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “Thanks to these features, this game has a high replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic gameplay elements.”