Shooter

Castle of Shikigami

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · IGDB

2001

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📅 Release Info

Release DateDecember 31, 2001

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ShooterArcade

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About this game

Castle of Shikigami is a dark, supernatural shoot-'em-up classic. Choose one of six characters and utilize their unique abilities to defeat the demons infesting modern-day Tokyo in this vertically scrolling shooting game. Use each character's shot, special Shikigami attack and bomb to conquer each stage and it's boss to ultimately discover who or what is behind "The Castle of Shikigami Incident".

Pros & Cons

Pros

Bullet grazing rewards close-range play with greater attack power.
Distinct characters offer varied shots, Shikigami attacks, and bombs.
Fast bullet patterns and demanding bosses define arcade play.
Separate shots and Shikigami attacks make positioning important.
Supernatural setting and anime-styled characters add personality.

Cons

Close-range risk systems make the game difficult for newcomers.
Brief arcade campaign centers on repeated runs.

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