"Touhou ~Red Empress Devil." is a bullet-hell shooting roguelike action game. Set in The Scarlet Devil Mansion, the inhabitants of Gensokyo go on a rampage!
The game takes players on a procedurally generated journey through the Scarlet Devil Mansion, where the layout of the dungeon changes with each playthrough. Players must navigate through various rooms filled with intense bullet-hell patterns, testing their skills in this challenging roguelike action game.
Developers have included over 10 playable characters from the Touhou universe, allowing players to experiment and find their preferred playstyle. Each character, such as Reimu Hakurei, Marisa Kirisame, Remilia Scarlet, and Flandre Scarlet, possess unique abilities, bullet patterns, and strengths that can dramatically alter the gameplay experience.
As players progress through the dungeon, they can collect a diverse array of items and power-ups to strengthen their character. These upgrades include offensive abilities like new bullet types, defensive improvements such as increased health or invincibility frames, and passive bonuses that can significantly alter the player's strategy. The "high-tempo reinforcement system" encourages players to experiment and build their ideal playstyle.
The procedurally generated dungeon layout and the varied cast of playable characters provide a good level of replayability. Players can explore different synergies between characters and items, with each run offering a unique challenge. However, some reviewers have noted that the current content may feel limited, and the game can become repetitive after a certain point.
While the game may cater to more casual players with its relative ease, veteran Touhou fans have expressed a desire for more challenging content. Some players were able to complete the game in their first few attempts, suggesting a need for additional enemy types, bosses, and difficulty options to provide a more satisfying level of challenge. Reviewers hope that future updates will address this and deliver a more engaging and rewarding experience for all skill levels.