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Review of Fushigi no Gensōkyō 3 on PS4

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Aug 2023
Cover image of Fushigi no Gensōkyō 3 on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 13 Aug 2023
Genre: Bullet Hell, Shoot 'em Up
Developer: Team Shanghai Alice and Twilight Frontier
Publisher: Team Shanghai Alice

Introduction

Fushigi no Gensōkyō 3 is the latest addition to the beloved Touhou Project series, blending its signature bullet hell gameplay with a vibrant roster of characters and an interconnected narrative that's got more strings than your average heartthrob boy band. If you've ever wanted to dodge a barrage of colorful bullets while hearing the latest gossip on yōkai drama in Gensokyo, then buckle in tight, because this ride is about to get wild!

Gameplay

Expect those delicious danmaku (bullet patterns) that will have you sweating more than a sinner in church as you wildly navigate through a rainbow of chaos. Familiar faces like Reimu and Marisa are back, armed with new techniques that will make your heart race like a kid who's just downed three cans of soda. The game's mechanics have been refined and it flows smoother than a cat meme on your timeline. The way abilities synergize and evolve with the gameplay is like watching a well-choreographed dance number - except you're just trying to keep yourself alive! In true Touhou fashion, every character comes with their own unique gameplay gimmicks. You will have to master comboing these powers if you want to minimize your deaths to fewer than ten... or was it a hundred? Whatever the case, don't forget to breathe because those timers are there to keep you on your toes. Think of it as dance aerobics, only if the instructor was a crazed yōkai monster bent on obliteration!

Graphics

The graphics are prettier than a sunset over a field of flowers - or a cat video that's made it to wholesomewood fame. Each stage is an explosion of color, meticulously crafted to not just be a visual feast, but to distract you from the fact that you're three seconds away from getting pierced by a bullet that looks suspiciously like your next regrettable decision. Character designs are charming and evoke enough stylish flair to make anyone envious. The animations flow like butter on hot toast, accompanied by some very catchy tunes that make dodging bullets feel like you're performing in some cosmic rave - and who doesn't love a good rave?

Conclusion

In summary, Fushigi no Gensōkyō 3 is a stunning achievement for the Touhou franchise, breathing fresh life into its expansive universe while keeping every signature element that fans adore. If you're a fan of frantic gameplay, colorful characters, and want to dive headfirst into a whimsical world of magical calamities, this game is a must-play. Grab your controller, summon your reflexes from deep within, and prepare for a wild ride through Gensokyo! Just remember: in this world, running away isn't an option, but having fun (while dodging certain doom) is definitely on the agenda!

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