TouHou Nil Soul
- February 28, 2020
- Re零同人社
Get on SteamScarlet Devil Mansion is asking for trouble again. For the sake of convenience, vampire lord Reimilia Scarlet release scarlet mist to blind the sun. No doubt such stupid behavior will definitely result in a tragedy. Look! Reimu and Marisa are coming to teach her a lesson.
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Reviews
- Innovative blend of turn-based strategy and bullet hell mechanics, providing a unique gameplay experience.
- Exciting loot system that encourages exploration and adds depth to character progression.
- Diverse roster of characters with unique skills, allowing for strategic team composition and synergy.
- The story and translation quality are inconsistent, with some chapters poorly executed and difficult to follow.
- Difficulty spikes significantly between Easy and Normal modes, which may frustrate players seeking a smoother progression.
- The loot system can feel like unnecessary micromanagement, detracting from the more engaging aspects of character skills.
- story7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 86 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in "Touhou nil soul" is considered a weak point, described as "so-so" and brief, with players able to progress quickly through the narrative. While the game features 11 missions and optional minigames that can affect gameplay, the overall plot does not significantly enhance the experience, making it easy to complete for those focused on the story.
“Touhou Nil Soul is a boss rush RPG spanning 11 missions.”
“If you only want to see how the story goes, it's over very quickly and quite easy.”
“I'm okay with the game being easy; I just progress through the story more quickly.”
“Moving on to the probably biggest weakness: the story is so-so.”
“If you only want to see how the story goes, it's over very quickly and quite easy.”
“I'm okay with the game being easy; I just progress through the story more quickly.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its accuracy and clarity in tooltips, making it accessible for players. Each stage features unique boss fights with distinct mechanics, enhancing the overall fun and longevity of the game. Overall, the gameplay is considered the standout aspect, offering engaging and varied experiences.
“Most gameplay tooltips are accurate and easy to understand.”
“Every stage comprises a different boss fight, each with its own unique mechanics and ways of using their abilities, defined by steps or phases indicated by the HP bar.”
“It's a very fun game that can last for quite some time, thanks to the options given to its gameplay and style.”
“Every stage comprises a different boss fight, each with its own unique mechanics and ways of using their abilities defined by steps or phases, which is indicated by the HP bar.”
“Its gameplay options are limited and can become repetitive over time.”
“The gameplay lacks depth and fails to keep players engaged for long periods.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with comparisons to the quality found in "Fantastic Danmaku Festival," indicating its significance and appeal. Many players express a desire to add the soundtrack to their personal playlists, highlighting its standout quality within the Touhou series.
“Music, as in any Touhou game, official or not, is really important.”
“I'd definitely get the soundtrack for my personal playlist if I could get my hands on it.”
“It's that good! For those who played it, I'm talking 'Fantastic Danmaku Festival' quality level in terms of music.”
“Music, as in any Touhou game, official or not, is really important.”
“I'd definitely get the soundtrack for my personal playlist if I could get my hands on it.”
“It's that good (for those who played it, I'm talking 'Fantastic Danmaku Festival' quality level in terms of music).”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often tied to the unexpected outcomes of character building, where players may find themselves humorously sidetracked on their path to victory while trying to farm resources or defeat bosses.
“Finding the rarer items can save you some trouble in building your characters, and amusingly, they can lead you to an unexpected victory or help you farm enough to take on the boss at the same difficulty.”
“The humor in the game is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making even the most challenging moments feel light-hearted and enjoyable.”
“I love how the game uses humor to keep things entertaining, turning even mundane tasks into hilarious adventures.”
