Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage

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❀ ABOUT THE GAME ❀ ❋ Continuing the long line of shoot'em up classics! Boasts unique and charming protagonists, a variety of bosses with bizarre and fantastical designs, and waves upon waves of enemies to keep players on their toes! ❋ The charm of Eastern fantasy! In reimagining the Youkai from Korean folktales and historical records from a new perspective, the game features inventive original c…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

music12 positive mentions

Visually stunning with beautiful anime-inspired art and unique boss designs that enhance the gameplay experience.
Offers a variety of game modes catering to different skill levels, making it accessible for newcomers while still challenging for veterans.
Innovative 'Soul Collect' system adds strategic depth to the gameplay, rewarding players for skillful maneuvering.

Limited music tracks that tend to repeat often, which can detract from the overall immersion during gameplay.
Some players find the menu interface challenging to navigate, which may hinder the user experience.
As a remake, it lacks significant new content compared to the original, leading some to question its necessity.

music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for enhancing the immersive atmosphere and complementing the intense action, with some tracks being described as perfect for the experience. However, many players have noted that the music is limited and repetitive, particularly during boss fights, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the quality is considered above average, there are calls for a more diverse soundtrack to keep the experience fresh.
- “The background music complements the intense action, enhancing the game's immersive atmosphere.”
- “The music selection is perfect and makes the game a lot more immersive.”
- “La selección musical es perfecta, y hace al juego mucho más inmersivo, sin dudas muy recomendable para jugadores hardcore y casuales!”
- “Some players have noted repetitive music tracks during boss fights and a menu interface that can be challenging to navigate, which may detract from the overall experience.”
- “Really poor music on stages (out of visual-art) and always the same on every boss fight.”
- “New OST for different bosses?”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their improved quality and distinctive anime-inspired art style, showcasing detailed visuals and captivating backdrops. While there are minor navigational issues, such as score visibility on vertical monitors, the overall aesthetic is considered brilliant and a strong point of the game, making it a compelling choice for fans of the bullet hell genre.
- “Quirky and detailed visuals, beautiful and distinctive backdrops.”
- “While it presents a few navigational and aesthetic oversights, the game remains a compelling entry in the bullet hell catalogue.”
- “Each frame is a testament to the game's commitment to high-quality, anime-inspired aesthetics, featuring an array of enemies and bosses that are as creepy as they are captivating.”
- “Where Shikhondo truly shines is in its art style.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Shikhondo - Youkai Rampage" combines thrilling bullet hell mechanics with a rich narrative rooted in eastern folklore, offering a visually stunning and strategically deep experience. Players can enjoy a variety of modes, including a story-rich arcade mode and challenging boss rushes, though the visual overload may occasionally obscure enemy projectiles. With customizable combat options and satisfying mechanics like bullet canceling and focus shots, the game provides a rewarding challenge for fans of the genre.
- “This game marries thrilling bullet hell mechanics with a rich tapestry of eastern folklore, offering a visually stunning and strategically deep shoot'em up experience, enriched by mature content that enhances its narrative depth.”
- “From the story-rich arcade mode to the relentless boss rush and the unforgiving hardcore mode, there's plenty of variety to keep the gameplay feeling fresh.”
- “For fans of the genre looking for a game that challenges their dexterity and rewards them with visually stunning gameplay and a deep, culturally rich storyline, Shikhondo - Youkai Rampage is well worth the dive.”
- “This visual overload can occasionally make enemy projectiles hard to distinguish, which is a critical aspect of gameplay in bullet hell games.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Shikhondo - Youkai Rampage" is praised for its depth and cultural richness, enhancing the gameplay experience across various modes, including a story-rich arcade mode and challenging boss rushes. Players appreciate the blend of visually stunning elements with a narrative that adds significant value to the overall challenge and enjoyment of the game.
- “For fans of the genre looking for a game that challenges their dexterity and rewards them with visually stunning gameplay and a deep, culturally rich storyline, Shikhondo - Youkai Rampage is well worth the dive.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the background music significantly enhances the game's immersive atmosphere, effectively complementing the intense action and contributing to the overall experience.
- “The background music complements the intense action, enhancing the game's immersive atmosphere.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development is highlighted by impressive design, particularly with the bosses, which are described as both creepy and visually striking, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “Great character design with really creepy and cool looking bosses.”