Karous - Defected Edition -

Publisher: Konami
Developer: RS34, Inc.
Compatible with: Nintendo™ Switch, Nintendo™ Switch 2
Genre: Vertical Shoot ’em Up
Model No.: SW-KAR001

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🕊️ Overview

The legendary shoot ’em up “Karous”, originally released in 2006 as the final title for its platform, makes its triumphant return with the Defected Edition — a premium, remastered release celebrating one of the most beloved cult-classic shooters in history.

Brought back to life through a massively successful crowdfunding campaign that exceeded 300% of its target, this new edition delivers refined visuals, enhanced sound, and exclusive collector’s content for fans and newcomers alike.

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⚡ About the Game

Experience the rebirth of Karous with modern visuals and deep gameplay mechanics that defined the original.
With detailed HD remastering and newly arranged backgrounds, Karous - Defected Edition - elevates the atmospheric, bullet-dodging action to a new level of immersion.

• High-Definition Visuals: Enhanced detail and sharp rendering breathe new life into the game’s distinctive style.

• Selectable Background Arrangements: Choose between the original look or newly designed backdrops during gameplay.

• Immersive Soundtrack: Music arranged by SuperSweep, featuring the talents of Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, and Yousuke Yasui, delivering a modernized audio experience while honoring the classic score.

• Authentic Gameplay: Fast-paced vertical shooting combined with sword-based combat and upgrade systems that reward skill and precision.

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🎁 Limited Deluxe Edition Contents

Karous - Defected Edition - comes as a premium collector’s package filled with exclusive bonus items:

• Game Software – Karous - Defected Edition - main package

• Arranged Soundtrack CD – New remixes and enhanced tracks by SuperSweep

• Set Materials Book (64 Pages, Full Color) – Art, concept sketches, and developer notes

• Deluxe Presentation Box – Collector’s box designed for display and protection

📦 Box Size: 160 × 220 × 50 mm (6.3 × 8.7 × 2.0 inches)

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🌀 Features

• Remastered HD graphics with selectable background arrangements

• Enhanced sound and newly arranged BGM

• Vertical scrolling shoot ’em up gameplay with sword mechanics

• Collector’s deluxe bonuses and premium packaging

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🎮 Specifications

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✨ Tagline

“Wings of light, reborn through bullets — the sky calls again.”

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