Yokai Hunter Shintaro

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Yokai Hunter Shintaro is a single player casual platformer game with a anime theme. It was developed by RivalThird and was released on May 3, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Yokai Hunter Shintaro presents the adventures of two heroes on a quest to restore balance between the human world and the Yokai kingdom. It will be your mission to kill the different bosses of each stage to restore order.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a diverse range of enemies and bosses inspired by classic Japanese Yokai, making them visually appealing and fun to encounter.
The pixel graphics are well-designed with vibrant colors, effectively capturing the retro arcade feel.
The gameplay offers a good mix of challenge and fun, with the ability to upgrade characters and select levels, reminiscent of classic titles like Mega Man.

The platforming mechanics can be frustrating, with issues like finicky jumping and knockbacks that can lead to instant deaths.
There is a lack of meaningful upgrades and explanations for power-ups, which can leave players feeling confused about how to effectively use their abilities.
The game can feel unfair at times due to poor checkpoint placement and overwhelming enemy attacks, leading to a repetitive experience.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Yokai Hunter Shintaro" is a standard hack and slash 2D platformer that offers a choice between two characters with unique abilities, upgrade options, and special moves, enhancing its appeal. However, some players find the gameplay frustrating due to unfair mechanics, poor checkpoint placement, and clunky special skills, which can detract from the overall experience. While it captures the retro style well and is visually appealing, the controls may be a point of contention for some players.
- “The gameplay is good; it's your standard hack and slash 2D platformer, but it does have some things that help spice it up. For starters, you can play as one of two characters: one is a guy with a sword that lets you deliver multiple attacks, and a girl who has kunai that can be great for long-distance attacks.”
- “You can also upgrade their moveset, and throughout each level, there are these blue stones. If you collect them, you can increase your health, and there are three statues that allow you to perform special moves. I found that pretty good as it helped make the gameplay stand out a bit, and after beating the game, there are little challenge modes you can do.”
- “Definitely can recommend it as an enjoyable 2D platformer that perfectly captures the gameplay and style of the classics.”
- “Looks and sounds so good, but the gameplay is bad (not hard, just unfair). Constant memorization and repetition (falling onto enemies, small and fast yokais/projectiles, pits, and instant deaths). The checkpoint placement is simply the worst.”
- “Only works with a controller, which is a sign of the developers being lazy. The gameplay is just janky with dozens of enemies rushing at you, throwing you into pits, or just standing there.”
- “The controls are the only frustrating part (I guess true to retro style gameplay). I just didn't enjoy that part too much, but for anyone else craving an arcade style game, dive in!”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and variety, with many tracks being described as enjoyable and even standout features. However, some players find that the music can become repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, it is considered a strong aspect of the game, with a few mixed opinions.
- “The music in this game is sick.”
- “It's worth just for the music.”
- “The soundtrack is great.”
- “The music becomes annoying very fast.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story of "Yokai Hunter Shintaro" is straightforward, revolving around a classic quest to defeat a villain and retrieve a mystical crystal. While some players find the narrative to be barebones, they appreciate its simplicity and the promising setup for a potential sequel.
- “Yokai Hunter Shintaro is a good casual hack and slash fantasy game, and the story adds an interesting layer to the experience.”
- “Yokai Hunter Shintaro offers a simple yet engaging narrative that complements the gameplay.”
- “The story is okay, just your simple stop the bad guy and get the mystical crystal; I did like the ending as it’s a good setup for a sequel.”
- “The story is pretty barebones, but that's my preference these days.”
- “Yokai Hunter Shintaro is a good casual hack and slash fantasy game, now then the story.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics in "Yokai Hunter Shintaro" are praised for their excellent pixel art, vibrant colors, and thoughtful designs that effectively evoke the essence of classic arcade games. Reviewers highlight the visual appeal as a strong point, complementing the overall gameplay experience in this casual hack-and-slash title.
- “The pixel graphics are very good with a great use of colors and designs that do a great job in capturing the feel of an arcade game, from the colors and designs for the characters, enemies, and the world itself.”
- “Yokai Hunter Shintaro is a good casual hack and slash fantasy game. It has really good enemies and bosses, very good pixel graphics, and good gameplay. If you're looking for a good 2D side-scrolling hack and slash game that's affordable, then I recommend getting this.”
- “Nice action and graphics.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features highly creative and polished character designs, both for playable characters and enemies, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- “The character designs and environments in this game are really creative and polished.”
- “Fun character design (both playable and enemy).”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, particularly noting a funny moment in the extra mode where they are prompted to touch the screen. This lightheartedness adds to the overall experience, making the game more engaging.
- “It was also funny when in the extra mode (unlocked after completing), you're asked to touch the screen.”
- “The humor in the game really shines through in unexpected moments, making every playthrough enjoyable.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and clever references sprinkled throughout the game.”