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2008 PC 12.49 € 👍 97 % Overwhelmingly positive, 646 reviews on Steam

A classic bullet-hell shooter from the Touhou series where you pilot one of two heroines, each with three weapon types, through dense bullet patterns. It is known for its tight handling, spellcard boss fights and memorable music.

What defines Touhou Chireiden: Subterranean Animism:

  • Challenging difficulty
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Fantasy setting
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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