🌀 Shikigami no Shiro III

Platform: Xbox 360
Product Code: R5A-00001
Region: NTSC-J (Japan)
Developer: Alfa System
Publisher (Japan): Arc System Works
Japanese Release Date: 12. Dez 07
Genre: Vertical Scrolling Shoot-'em-Up (STG / Bullet Hell)
Modes: Single-player, Local Co-op (2P), Xbox Live Leaderboards

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🎮 Game Overview

Shikigami no Shiro III is the third entry in the bullet hell shmup (shoot-'em-up) series. Known for its mix of traditional STG mechanics and character-driven storytelling, it features:

• 10 unique characters, each with distinct shikigami attacks

• Tension Bonus System (TBS): rewards players for grazing bullets

• Multiple difficulty levels and unlockables

• Arcade-accurate port of the 2005 Taito Type X arcade game

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🧙 Characters Include:

• Koutarou Kuga – Balanced offensive/defensive shikigami

• Fumiko Odette Van Stein – Aggressive, wide-range attacks

• Reika Kirishima, Emilio Stanburke, and others
  Each has a unique story and dialogue paths depending on who they pair with in 2P mode.

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🌐 Language & Region Info

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📦 Packaging Details

• Japanese case and manual

• Disc marked with R5A-00001

• Released only in Japan for Xbox 360 (no PAL or NTSC-U version)

• Considered a collector’s item due to its niche appeal

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📋 Summary Table

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📝 Notes for Collectors & Fans

• This version is prized for being a faithful port of the arcade release.

• Compared to the North American Wii version, the Xbox 360 edition features superior graphics and more responsive input, but was never localized.

• Recommended for fans of CAVE shooters, Psikyo, or classic Toaplan-style bullet hell games.