Challenge the Great Tree with the maidens of Gensokyo! Challenge the mysterious great tree that suddenly appeared! Form and develop a large team from the characters of Touhou Project, and challenge the powerful foes that stand in your way! Now, enter the labyrinth that pierces even the skies!
The game allows players to form a party of up to 12 characters drawn from the Touhou Project cast. Players can freely swap between the 4 active frontline members and 8 reserve members during battle, enabling flexible strategies to manage HP/MP, leverage character strengths, and counter enemy tactics. This large, diverse roster encourages experimentation with different team compositions.
Combat uses an Active Time Battle (ATB) system, where each character's action gauge fills over time. This fast-paced, turn-based system rewards efficient, strategic play, as players must carefully time their actions and party member swaps. Enemies and bosses frequently have unique gimmicks and resistances, requiring players to thoughtfully build their party and devise specific strategies to overcome tough challenges. While unforgiving, the flexible character customization and respec system allows players to experiment and adapt their approach.
Each of the 50+ playable characters has unique skills and abilities, enabling a wide variety of party compositions and strategies. Players can further enhance their characters by equipping gear, unlocking subclasses, and allocating stat points. The ability to freely respec characters encourages experimentation, as players can try different builds and playstyles without fear of being "locked in."
As players delve into the labyrinthine dungeons, they encounter environmental hazards, puzzles, and optional paths to explore. The layouts are designed to be engaging and rewarding, with a sense of wonder and discovery as players uncover new areas and secrets. While the core gameplay loop of combat and character progression is the main draw, the exploration aspects add an additional layer of depth and challenge.