Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire
- November 26, 2020
- AlfaSystem Co., Ltd.
A fun little bullet hell that has a ton of replay value and a charming visual appeal. Quite an approachable entry for those daunted by other shoot ‘em ups with a scoring system that rewards skill.
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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, with a generous scoring system that rewards different playstyles and character choices.
- The grazing mechanic is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay, making it fun to experiment with various characters.
- The cute art style, humorous writing, and catchy music contribute to an enjoyable overall experience.
- The game lacks the excitement and tension typically found in other bullet hell shmups, with slow scrolling and uninspired scenery.
- Technical issues such as control rebinding difficulties and limited resolution options detract from the overall experience.
- Some gameplay elements, like environmental gimmicks, can feel unbalanced and may not be enjoyable for all players.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique grazing mechanic that enhances shots 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 story and boss design, the gameplay is enjoyable and complemented by a good soundtrack.
“The grazing mechanic, which powers up your shots when you're close to a bullet, is cool and adds an interesting layer to the gameplay.”
“There are many characters to choose from, each with different mechanics, which adds replayability to the game.”
“The soundtrack is good, the grazing gameplay is fun, and the general story/design of the game is lighthearted.”
“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.”
“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.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and fitting well with the lighthearted art style, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some players feel that the soundtrack lacks variety and fails to enhance the tension typically expected in bullet hell games. Overall, while the music is appreciated, it may not fully align with the genre's intensity.
“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: uninspired scenery and samey music, etc.”
- story5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is generally perceived as simplistic and lacking depth, revolving around a lighthearted premise of fighting siblings for marriage. While the character designs and zany storylines add some charm, the overall narrative is considered trivial, with little to distinguish the bosses or their mechanics.
“The soundtrack is good, the grazing gameplay is fun, and the general story/design of the game is lighthearted.”
“But what sets this apart is the zany storylines of each character; such a hoot!”
“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).”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a cute art style that some players find charming, though opinions vary on the quality of the 2D artwork, with some describing it as rough or lacking polish. While the visuals and music are generally considered good, they may not effectively convey the tension typically associated with bullet hell games.
“The game is good; the music and graphics are impressive.”
“The art style is cute and adds a unique charm to the overall experience.”
“The slow scrolling, goofy music, and cute art style don't exactly build a lot of the tension and thrill of other bullet hells.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its hilarious writing, which consistently delivers comedic moments that resonate with players.
“The writing is absolutely hilarious.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the clever jokes and puns throughout the game.”
“The humor is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is noted for its appealing designs and unique attacks, but the overall story is considered simplistic, revolving around a basic premise of fighting siblings for marriage.
“The character development is rich and engaging, allowing players to form deep connections with each character's journey.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations becoming more complex as the story unfolds.”
“The unique abilities and personal growth of each character make the gameplay feel fresh and exciting.”
Critic Reviews
Not so sisterly love --- Sisters Royale review
Sisters Royale is a decently fine title for die-hard bullet hell fans (or those that yearn for the craziness of Castle of Shikigami), but some glaring issues and uninspired presentation makes this a quarrel from which you’ll want to step away.
50%Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire Review
Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire is a solid shmup, albeit one that plays things a little too safe. The power shot mechanic has merit, but the inclusion of summons makes the overall package far too easy.
60%Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire (Nintendo Switch)
Sisters Royale is a colorful, tongue-in-cheek take on the classic shmup format. On the upside, you get to play through the game as five different player characters. The down side is it doesn’t take very long to play through, so the replay value is in trying to beat your last score and to run through the levels on harder settings.
75%
