Yokai Hunter Shintaro

About

In Yokai Hunter Shintaro, players explore non-linear stages and battle bosses in a quest to restore balance between the human world and Yokai kingdom. Choose between two characters, each with unique playstyles, and unlock skills to aid in your journey. The game features lore based on Japanese folklore and takes you through various environments, where you can release three sacred beasts for special abilities. This is a challenging 2D platformer adventure reminiscent of retro classics.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel graphics and a great use of colors, capturing the feel of classic arcade games.
The diverse levels and unique enemies based on Japanese Yokai provide an engaging and visually appealing experience.
The gameplay is enjoyable with a good mix of characters, upgradeable moves, and a fair challenge level, especially with the addition of an Easy mode.

The platforming can be frustrating due to finicky jumping mechanics and unfair enemy placements, leading to frequent instant deaths.
There is a lack of meaningful upgrades and explanations for power-ups, which can make gameplay feel limited and confusing.
The game suffers from poor checkpoint placement and large hitboxes, making it feel unfair at times, especially during boss fights.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
15%
15%
The gameplay of "Yokai Hunter Shintaro" is a standard hack-and-slash 2D platformer that offers a choice between two characters with distinct abilities, upgrade options, and special moves, enhancing its appeal. While many players appreciate its retro style and challenging elements, some criticize the gameplay for being unfair, with frustrating controls and poor checkpoint placement. Overall, it is recommended for fans of classic arcade-style games, despite its janky execution and reliance on memorization.
- “The gameplay is good; it's your standard hack and slash 2D platformer, but it does have some elements that help spice it up. For starters, you can play as one of two characters: a guy with a sword that allows for multiple attacks, and a girl who has kunai that are great for long-distance attacks.”
- “You can also upgrade their moveset, and throughout each level, there are blue stones that increase your health. Additionally, there are three statues that enable 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 try.”
- “Definitely can recommend it as an enjoyable 2D platformer that perfectly captures the gameplay and style of the classics.”
- “Looks & sounds so good, but the gameplay is bad (not hard, just unfair). Constant memorization and repetition (falling onto enemies, small & 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 devs being lazy, and 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
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
14%
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a variety of enjoyable tracks that enhance the experience. However, some players find that it can become repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element, with many praising its quality and smooth integration into the gameplay.
- “The music is very good with plenty of nice tracks to just listen to.”
- “It runs smoothly, and has a pleasant enough soundtrack.”
- “It's worth just for the music.”
- “The music becomes annoying very fast.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
38%
The story of "Yokai Hunter Shintaro" is straightforward, revolving around a classic quest to stop a villain and retrieve a mystical crystal. While it is described as barebones, the narrative is reasonably presented with well-animated cut-scenes, and the ending leaves room for a potential sequel, which some players appreciated. Overall, it caters to those who prefer a simpler storytelling approach.
- “The story is pretty barebones, but that's my preference these days.”
- “There's not a whole lot in the way of story, though it's reasonably told and animated when there are short cut-scenes.”
- “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.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of "Yokai Hunter Shintaro" are praised for their high-quality pixel art, vibrant colors, and designs that effectively evoke a nostalgic arcade feel. Reviewers highlight the game's retro aesthetic as a strong point, making it appealing to fans of classic 2D side-scrolling hack and slash games. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm and gameplay experience.
- “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.”
- “Retro taste gameplay and pixel artworks, superior for old arcade players.”
- “Okay, with that said, '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 cheap, then I recommend getting this.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The character development in the game is highlighted by its creative and polished designs, showcasing both playable characters and enemies that contribute to an engaging visual experience.
- “The character designs and environments in this game are really creative and polished.”
- “Fun character design (both playable and enemy).”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its smooth performance, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “It runs smoothly and has a pleasant enough soundtrack.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect to be somewhat enjoyable, offering a mild challenge that is not overly frustrating. However, the experience is occasionally marred by imprecise controls, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Overall, there is some slightly masochistic fun to be had here; nothing too teeth-grindingly hard, yet the genuine challenge is also undone by occasionally fluffy controls.”

Buy Yokai Hunter Shintaro

Videos

83%1.2kreviews

Cyber Shadow

2021

Arcade Hack and Slash

85%212reviews

Primal Light

2020

Platformer

81%168reviews

Super Catboy

2023

Arcade Hack and Slash

89%503reviews

Doomsday Hunters

2023

Arcade Shooter

83%545reviews

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider

2023

Arcade Hack and Slash

Yokai Hunter Shintaro Tweets

Yokai Hunter Shintaro

Platforms

About

Buy Yokai Hunter Shintaro