Azure Reflections (2019)

Developer: souvenir circ.
Publisher: Phoenixx Inc.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 196 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frantic side-scrolling shooter where you weave through dense bullet patterns and counterattack with timed rushes

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What players say

Players recommend Azure Reflections as a beginner-friendly bullet hell with a unique barrier mechanic that turns dodged bullets into attacks. Some struggle with poor optimization and low fps, while others enjoy its horizontal Touhou fangame style and playable Cirno. Sentiment is split on difficulty, with experienced shmup players finding it spammy.

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