Valkyrie of Phantasm (2024)

Developer: AREAZERO
Publisher: PLAYISM
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 618 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced 3D character action game with anime visuals and a theatrical, bullet-hell-inspired feel, blending cute characters with aerial combat and special moves.

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What players say

Players praise the visuals and fast-paced aerial combat, comparing it to a Touhou-skinned Dragon Ball arena fighter. But long-time players warn of a tiny eight-character roster, worsening online sync issues, and a developer slow to deliver updates and missing every roadmap deadline. Opinions split: some enjoy the brief fun, others find it hollow and abandoned.

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