​Espgaluda II Black Label [Limited Edition] (Catalog No. K2F-00002) is a special release of the bullet hell shoot-'em-up developed by Cave, exclusively for the Xbox 360 in Japan.
This edition was launched on February 25, 2010, and is notable for its inclusion of a soundtrack CD and a collectible Xbox 360 faceplate featuring game artwork.
Unlike the standard and Platinum editions, this Limited Edition is not region-free, meaning it is compatible only with Japanese Xbox 360 consoles .

🎮 Game Overview

Set in the fictional land of Soma, Espgaluda II continues the story of the Galuda project, where humans are transformed into powerful beings with mystical abilities. Players can choose from three characters—Ageha, Tateha, and Asagi—each offering unique shot patterns and abilities. The game introduces refined mechanics such as the "Kakusei" (Awakening) mode, allowing players to slow down enemy bullets and convert them into gold for higher scores. Additionally, the "Guard Barrier" system provides a defensive shield that activates automatically when hit, consuming a gauge instead of a life.​

The Xbox 360 version enhances the original arcade experience by offering multiple modes, including:​

• Arcade Mode: Faithful reproduction of the original arcade game.​

• Xbox 360 Mode: Features redrawn HD graphics and online leaderboards.​

• Novice Mode: Designed for newcomers to the bullet hell genre.​

• Black Label Mode: An alternate version with rebalanced difficulty and new scoring systems.​

• Arrange Mode: Offers different gameplay mechanics and character abilities.​

These modes provide a range of experiences suitable for both newcomers and veterans of the genre .​

📦 Product Details

• Platform: Xbox 360​

• Region: NTSC-J (Japan-exclusive)​

• Language: Japanese​

• Catalog Number: K2F-00002

• UPC: 4988648710931​

• Developer/Publisher: Cave​

• Genre: Bullet hell shoot-'em-up​

• Release Date: February 25, 2010​

• Game Modes: Single-player​

⚠️ Important Notes

• Region Lock: The game is region-locked to NTSC-J, meaning it will only play on Japanese Xbox 360 consoles.​

• Language Barrier: The game is entirely in Japanese, with no official English subtitles or dubbing.​

• Collectibility: Due to its unique status and limited release, Espgaluda II Black Label [Limited Edition] is sought after by collectors and fans of the bullet hell genre.