Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire
- November 26, 2020
- AlfaSystem Co., Ltd.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire" is a horizontal scrolling shoot 'em up game. The game features five sisters with unique abilities and attacks, fighting against each other in aerial combat. Players must navigate through stages filled with enemy fire, collecting power-ups and avoiding obstacles to progress. The game also includes a local multiplayer mode for up to 4 players.
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Reviews
- The game is very accessible to beginners and offers a generous scoring system based on grazing, which encourages different playstyles with its diverse characters.
- It features a cute art style, engaging music, and a lighthearted story that adds charm to the gameplay experience.
- The controls are tight, and the game provides a satisfying challenge with various characters and scoring mechanics that reward risky play.
- The gameplay can feel bland and lacks the excitement typically expected from bullet hell shmups, with slow scrolling and uninspired scenery.
- Technical issues such as limited resolution options and control rebinding problems detract from the overall experience.
- Some environmental gimmicks and stage designs are seen as unbalanced or frustrating, which can hinder enjoyment for players focused on scoring.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique grazing mechanic that enhances shot power when players are close to bullets, adding a fun element to the experience. While the initial gameplay may feel bland, experimenting with different characters reveals diverse mechanics that enhance replayability. Overall, despite some shortcomings in boss design and story depth, the gameplay is enjoyable and recommended for its lighthearted charm.
“The soundtrack is good, the grazing gameplay is fun, and the general story/design of the game is lighthearted.”
“There are many characters to choose from that have different mechanics from each other, adding replayability to the game.”
“But as I said, it's cute, and the gameplay is a lot of fun, so I would still recommend it overall.”
“I will say that the grazing mechanic which powers up your shots when you're close to a bullet is cool, but it's not enough on its own to redeem what is otherwise a lukewarm flop of a game.”
“As a more experienced player, I felt like the gameplay was a bit on the bland side at first, but I immediately started enjoying the game so much more when I moved away from Sonay and tried out the other characters.”
“Aside from the cast of the characters and their portraits being somewhat interesting, the story is as meaningless as you'd expect it to be, and none of the bosses stand out in terms of mechanics or patterns.”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and fitting the lighthearted tone, with some reviewers highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature. However, the slow and goofy nature of the music does not contribute to the tension typically expected in bullet hell games, leading to mixed feelings about its effectiveness within the genre. Overall, while the music is appreciated, it may not align with the high-energy experience that fans of bullet hell games often seek.
“The game is good, the music and graphics are good.”
“Awesome music.”
“The soundtrack is good, the grazing gameplay is fun and the general story/design of the game is lighthearted.”
“The slow scrolling, goofy music and cute art style don't exactly build a lot of the tension and thrill of other bullet hells.”
“I was surprised to see so many recommendations for this title considering it seems to do pretty much everything I've now been taught is terrible within the genre: momentum-based stage gimmicks, visual obscuration, do-nothing enemies that come in predictable blobs, uninspired scenery, and samey music.”
“The music lacks variety and fails to enhance the overall experience, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- story10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered lighthearted and silly, featuring zany character storylines that add charm, though it is often described as basic and meaningless, revolving around a simple premise of fighting sisters for marriage. While the character designs and unique attacks are praised, the overall narrative lacks depth, with no standout bosses in terms of mechanics. The fun gameplay and good soundtrack help elevate the experience despite the simplistic story.
“The story is silly, but it is a nice change to see that all of the protagonists are both bosses and playable (albeit the last one).”
“The soundtrack is good, the grazing gameplay is fun, and the general story/design of the game is lighthearted.”
“What sets this apart is the zany storylines of each character; such a hoot!”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a cute art style that, while enjoyable, lacks the tension typically found in bullet hell games, partly due to slow scrolling and whimsical music. Some users noted that the 2D artwork can appear rough or off in quality, detracting from the overall visual experience. Overall, while the graphics are considered good, they may not meet the expectations set by the genre.
“The game is good, the music and graphics are good.”
“The slow scrolling, goofy music, and cute art style don't exactly build a lot of the tension and thrill of other bullet hells.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its hilarious writing, which resonates well with players.
“Hilarious writing.”
“Hilarious writing.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is noted for its appealing designs and unique attack styles, but the overarching story is criticized for being simplistic, revolving around a basic premise of fighting siblings for marriage.
