Touhou: Blossom Blade

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Touhou: Blossom Blade is a single player action game. It was developed by Ankake Spa and was released on January 21, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

A remaster of the origin point for the doujin circle Ankake Spa, creators of Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity and Touhou: New World has hit the scene! Konpaku Youmu stars in a stage-based 3D bullet hell action game with an emphasize on simple but satisfying controls. StoryKonpaku Youmu works as the gardener, security, and swordsmanship instructor for Saigyouji Yuyuko, mistress of Hakugyokurou. One da…

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Fast-paced action with no filler, providing a short but enjoyable experience reminiscent of the Ys series and featuring a great soundtrack.
The combat is satisfying and allows for experimentation, with charming environments and humorous dialogue enhancing the overall experience.
Accessible to overseas fans, the game is a well-executed remaster that retains the essence of the original while improving controls.

Some bosses have frustrating mechanics, such as stunlocking players or being invulnerable at times, which can detract from the enjoyment.
The platforming elements can be annoying, leading to potential pitfalls that feel out of place in an action game.
While enjoyable, the game may feel too easy for some players and lacks the depth of other titles in the franchise.

music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, featuring energetic soundtracks that enhance the fast-paced action and combat, drawing inspiration from the Ys series and Touhou music. Reviewers highlight the catchy and engaging nature of the tracks, contributing to an overall enjoyable gaming experience.
- “Zero filler, just fast-paced action inspired by the Ys series but with Touhou music.”
- “The dialogue is funny and endearing, the music is a banger, and it's generally just a really solid (albeit maybe a bit too easy for some) short game that delivers a lot for just $5.”
- “Almost a 1:1 remaster of the classic 2011 Youmu game, still featuring the same energetic soundtrack by Sound Sepher to accompany you slicing and dicing your way through this silly little adventure.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
- “While the soundtrack has its moments, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's overall tone.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, which detracts from the overall experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the gameplay for its balanced challenge, noting that the absence of RPG progression mechanics from later entries results in bosses that are well-tuned and consistently engaging.
- “The gameplay is incredibly fluid, making every action feel satisfying and impactful.”
- “Each level is designed with unique challenges that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “Without the RPG progression mechanics from later entries, bosses always feel perfectly tuned.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story serves primarily as a backdrop to justify the protagonist's combat actions, lacking depth or complexity.
- “The plot is just there to explain why she's beating everybody up.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth.”
- “Character motivations are poorly developed, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by funny and endearing dialogue, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone, which, combined with catchy music, enhances the game's charm, making it a solid value for its price.
- “The dialogue is funny and endearing, the music is a banger, and it's generally just a really solid (albeit maybe a bit too easy for some) short game that delivers a lot for just $5.”