Castle of Shikigami III (2006)

Developer: Alfa System, Barnhouse Effect, SKONEC
Publisher: Arc System Works, Taito, Aksys Games, CyberFront
Platforms: Arcade, Wii, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
Genres: Shooter

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A proximity-scoring vertical shoot-'em-up where getting close to enemies and bullets boosts power and points.

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About

Castle of Shikigami III is a vertical scrolling shoot-'em-up game in the Castle of Shikigami series. Your proximity to enemy units and gunfire determines your score and firepower. Each character has their own specialized weapons and powers, anything from chain lightning to psychic blades. Experience a wide variety of scenarios with fully voiced dialogue. Dodge a never-ending barrage of bullets alone or with a friend. Switch between two characters in the middle of the fight to improve your chances for survival!

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This page is from Underplayed Gems, a catalog of older and overlooked games. Not quite it? You can browse by platform and genre, or take this one into the 3D catalog and ask the Catbot for something closer.