Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy

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"Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy" is a single-player Role Playing game that offers a sensational story and stunning gameplay. As Cirno, the Hero of Ice, players will engage in high-mobility fighting and dodge beautiful yet lethal bullets in a 2D bullet hell action. The game is filled with custom builds, hilarious adventures, and popular Touhou characters. It's recommended to play the free prologue version to understand the complete story better.

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Play Modes

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

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,612 reviews

music232 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

music
398 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its exceptional quality and variety, including remixes of classic Touhou tracks and original compositions. Players highlight how the soundtrack enhances the gameplay experience, fitting perfectly with the game's atmosphere and adding excitement to battles. Overall, the music is described as "banger" and a standout feature, making it a significant draw for both fans of the Touhou series and newcomers alike.
- “The soundtrack is incredible, fitting every moment perfectly and adding so much to the overall atmosphere.”
- “The gameplay is super fun, the soundtrack is amazing, and the whole vibe perfectly captures the charm of Touhou.”
- “Every single soundtrack hits just the right sweet spot and even when I'm playing the same challenge boss over and over trying to get a perfect clear, I still find myself humming along to the music.”
- “The music sucks.”
- “I can't focus on this game because of the music; the guitar, the orchestra, the Japanese instruments, and even the vocals.”
- “Even though I said not all songs are bangers, there are three I consider the best: 'bunny time,' 'clown-phobia,' and 'unfettered king of oni.'”
story
232 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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53%
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The story of the game is generally perceived as simple and somewhat generic, often revolving around a classic "save the princess" theme, but it evolves into a more engaging narrative, particularly in the latter stages. Players appreciate the humorous character interactions and charming art style, which enhance the overall experience, while some find the dialogue lengthy yet entertaining. Despite its simplicity, the story is well-crafted and surprisingly heartfelt, making it a pleasant surprise for many players.
- “The story is wonderful and well thought-out.”
- “The story honestly caught me by a very pleasant surprise; I did not expect such a heartfelt story from a Touhou game like this one.”
- “The story is charming and the art is cute while also doing a fantastic job at selling the high-octane moments.”
- “The story seems insignificant at first, and easily brushed off as an excuse to have Cirno fight bosses.”
- “I didn't pay attention to the story as there is a lot of talking but nothing really said; weebs and anime fans know what that means.”
- “As of now, there really isn't much of a story.”
gameplay
200 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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39%
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The gameplay is widely praised for its smoothness, responsiveness, and engaging mechanics, combining elements of bullet hell and 2D platforming. Players appreciate the challenging yet rewarding nature of boss fights, the variety of customization options, and the ability to learn and master patterns, making it accessible for newcomers while still appealing to veterans. The overall experience is enhanced by a charming art style and an excellent soundtrack, solidifying its status as a standout title in the genre.
- “The gameplay is super fun, the soundtrack is amazing, and the whole vibe perfectly captures the charm of Touhou.”
- “The gameplay is a boss rush that feels satisfying and unique with a wide variety of tools to mix up how you play.”
- “From the moment I turned this game on, from the music, the story, and especially the gameplay, I knew I was in for a treat.”
- “With very limited healing and the extremely poor dodging mechanics that I swear to god need to be given more iframes on startup, some of these fights become downright insane.”
- “The flight mechanic is a bit overpowered if you have more stamina and use one of the two items that reduce the cost or make you fly faster, but it has some drawbacks like high stamina usage, so poorly timed flights also get you punished.”
- “There's also a hovering mechanic that I used sometimes, but I feel like it should be used more, and it has a limit, so it exists but isn't very present.”
graphics
148 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
39%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and stunning art style, which captures the essence of the Touhou universe beautifully. Reviewers highlight the charming, storybook-like aesthetic and the impressive character designs, complemented by a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are described as cute, well-crafted, and integral to the game's fun and engaging gameplay.
- “The graphics are both adorable and stunning, with a unique charm that perfectly captures the essence of the Touhou universe.”
- “This is definitely one of the most beautiful art and visuals of a Touhou game.”
- “The game's graphics and sound design are top-notch, immersing players in the world of Gensokyo.”
- “The game is harder than the defeat artwork makes me.”
- “A really nice game, having great soundtracks and the same Touhou feel like the old games with enhanced graphics and recognizable characters, though it was kind of hard to recognize Nitori; seems like she changed quite a bit.”
- “The visuals and music are top-notch for a game that doesn’t cost a lot.”
humor
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy" is widely praised for its clever and engaging character interactions, with many finding the dialogue both funny and charming. While some jokes may be subtle and require a deeper understanding of theoretical concepts, the overall comedic tone enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for fans of the series. The combination of whimsical storytelling, humorous character dynamics, and entertaining gameplay elements contributes to a fun and memorable experience.
- “All in all, Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is a fantastic and hilarious experience that any Touhou fan shouldn't pass up.”
- “It has a simple yet fun little story, hilarious character interactions, fair and skill-based gameplay, charming artwork, and phenomenally memorable music as expected.”
- “But the funny dialogue and somewhat engaging story make it from good to great.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability, particularly enhanced by the recent free roguelite mode update, which encourages players to return after completing the main game. Various challenge modes, item combinations, and a flexible inventory system further enrich the experience, allowing for experimentation with different builds and strategies. Overall, players find the gameplay enjoyable and engaging enough to revisit multiple times.
- “Gamepulse just released a new roguelite mode, which offers incredible replayability for any returning players after beating the game. This is a free update that other developers would have likely charged extra for as DLC, and it's a lot of fun.”
- “This and the fact that you are timed for each battle adds replayability for those who really want to challenge themselves.”
- “The inventory and hub systems are really nice too and allow flexible gameplay techniques, adding replayability.”
- “This adds to the game's replayability as players can experiment with different builds and strategies.”
character development
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is praised for its high-quality designs and artwork, with users appreciating the unique artistic style and the depth provided by the story and world-building. While initial concerns about character designs were noted, they were ultimately resolved through the narrative context, leading to a strong overall impression of the characters. Players express a desire for more character variety in future updates, highlighting the appeal of the current designs and gameplay.
- “Though at first I had some complaints over character designs, the story and world-building behind it were justified and complemented it.”
- “I really enjoyed Takki (the artist)'s unique take on the character designs, and I'm hoping that I'll get to see more characters than just Reimu in future updates.”
- “I love the character designs, the story, and the attacks!”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players are pleasantly surprised by the heartfelt and immersive story, particularly praising the emotional depth of the character Nitori and the impactful cutscenes enhanced by excellent sound design. Overall, the narrative stands out as a significant and moving aspect of the game.
- “The story honestly caught me by a very pleasant surprise; I did not expect such a heartfelt story from a Touhou game like this one.”
- “Nitori made me feel a certain way...”
- “The story is awesome; the cutscenes made me feel immersed (awesome sound design for a certain few).”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users acknowledging ongoing performance issues but expressing a willingness to overlook them for the overall experience. While it may not deliver flawless performance, many players find it manageable.
- “Best performance.”
- “I'm not gonna say it doesn't have any problems; even now there are issues regarding performance, but I can stomach that.”
- “I'm not going to say it doesn't have any problems; even now, there are issues regarding performance, but I can stomach that.”
- “I'm not going to say it doesn't have any problems; even now, there are issues regarding performance, but I can stomach that.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by an incredible soundtrack that perfectly complements each moment, contributing greatly to the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack is incredible, fitting every moment perfectly and adding so much to the overall atmosphere.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's approach to grinding, noting that it encourages skill development beyond traditional leveling up, making it accessible for beginners in the bullet hell genre. The experience is described as rewarding, emphasizing learning and growth through gameplay rather than repetitive grinding.
- “Grinding in this game feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I found the grinding mechanics to be frustrating, as they often felt like a chore rather than a rewarding part of the game.”