Info about QP Shooting - Dangerous!!:

Official game description:
Special Offer
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All owners of QP Shooting – Dangerous!! will unlock a free bonus character in **100% Orange Juice** on Steam.
About the Game
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QP Shooting - Dangerous!! is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up starring the pudding-loving dog girl QP seen in 100% Orange Juice. Nothing can stand between QP and her pudding - not even difficulty options to reduce the experienced gamer to tears!  
A mysterious nemesis has taken pudding away from the world. Can a lone heroine with a sweet tooth stop their nefarious plans?  
It's time to get back your pudding... again!
Features:
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*   5 Stages - meet old friends and new enemies as you progress through five wildly different stages to solve the mystery of the missing pudding.  
*   4 Difficulty levels - something for every player, from merely challenging to tear-jerking.  
*   3 Play Styles - play with Orthodox, Defensive or Aggressive style, affecting the behavior of your Hyper Mode.  
*   28 Formations to Unlock - earn points to unlock new attack formations for QP. You can load up to 3 different Rbit formations onto the field, and switch them on the fly.  
*   Arcade and Conquest Mode - Conquest Mode saves your progress and allows you to progress a stage at a time, striving to do ever better.  
*   Replays - Save replays of your best victories and most miserable failures to study or share.  
*   Pudding(?)

Release date: Nov 14, 2014

Categories: Bullet-hell, Vertical Shooter, Arcade, High Score Chasing, Multiple Difficulty Levels, Character Unlock System, Score Attack, Replay


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $3.00 - $5.00
  - Reasoning: The community considers $4 a fair full price for the base game, as one reviewer explicitly states it was worth every cent. Another suggests waiting for a ~$2 sale, indicating that the base price might be higher than $2 but still low, confirmed by a 'low price tag' remark. Multiple reviews recommend purchasing on sale, implying the base price is acceptable but better value can be found. A reasonable fair base price range is between $3 and $5, with $4 being the central expected value.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 17.0h
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The first evidence directly reports 17 hours to achieve a first clear, which supports gameCompletion. The second evidence shows partial progression at 9 hours to stage 4 but does not indicate completion. The third evidence of 1185 hours total playtime is vague and does not clearly separate pre- and post-completion time, so it is not used for a specific metric. No other evidence supports sessionLength or endgame.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game is immediately fun and addictive for many players, while a subset find it boring and a slog.
  - Stance: Fun immediately
  - Anchor: N/A
  - Time to anchor: N/A
  - Friction: visual clutter; repetitive gameplay; bad music; small field
  - Unlock drivers: persistent unlocks; mastery progression; formation purchases
  - Conditions: being a genre veteran
- Player Archetypes:
  - Casual Newcomer (sale)
    - Motivation: To experience a gentle introduction to bullet hell games with a cute and forgiving gameplay.
    - Playstyle: Prefers easy modes, explores shooting modes, and values relaxed progression.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: newcomers; casual
    - Reference games: Danmaku Unlimited 2; Crimzon Clover; Jamestown; DoDonPachi; Danmaku Unlimited 3
  - Veteran Bullet Hell Enthusiast (buy)
    - Motivation: To test skills with intense bullet patterns and achieve mastery through repeated attempts.
    - Playstyle: Plays on higher difficulties, focuses on scoring, and appreciates precise controls and hitbox visualization.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: veterans; fan of the genre
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Cute Aesthetic Lover (sale)
    - Motivation: To enjoy a visually charming bullet hell with a lighthearted, cute aesthetic and anime style.
    - Playstyle: Appreciates the art, may play on easier settings, and is forgiving of gameplay shortcomings.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: fan of the genre; loves anime
    - Reference games: twin bee
  - OrangeJuice Franchise Fan (buy)
    - Motivation: To collect extra characters and experience crossover content from the OrangeJuice franchise.
    - Playstyle: May explore the game casually, focusing on character unlocks and easy modes.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Game is cute and charming (weight 0.77): Multiple reviews highlight the game's adorable kawaii art style, cute characters, and overall charming presentation. This aesthetic is frequently cited as a key positive aspect contributing to the game's appeal.
- Fun and challenging gameplay (weight 0.6): The game is consistently described as fun, addictive, and offering a real challenge, particularly for bullet hell enthusiasts. The difficulty is seen as engaging rather than frustrating, providing a satisfying experience.
- Variety of formations and styles (weight 0.41): Players can choose from multiple shot formations, bullet patterns, and play styles (e.g., Orthodox, Defensive, Aggressive), adding depth and customization. This variety allows players to tailor the experience to their preferences.
- Multiple difficulty options (weight 0.38): The game includes various difficulty settings, from easy to Super, catering to both newcomers and experienced players. This flexibility ensures the game is approachable for beginners while still challenging for veterans.
- Deep bullet hell mechanics (weight 0.36): The game is praised as a tightly designed, polished bullet hell with deep mechanics like Hyper Modes and visible hitboxes. These features add strategic depth and make the gameplay more rewarding.
- Excellent music and soundtrack (weight 0.35): Reviewers frequently praise the game's soundtrack, calling it fantastic, great, and fun. The music is a standout feature that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- High replayability (weight 0.34): The game offers significant replay value through multiple modes, unlockable formations, and scoring systems. Players are encouraged to replay to unlock new content and improve their performance.
- Conquest mode offers accessibility (weight 0.23): The Conquest mode is appreciated for providing checkpoints, saving progress between stages, and carrying over lives and weapons. This mode makes the game more forgiving and accessible, especially for players who find the main mode too difficult.
- Smooth controller support (weight 0.17): Reviews indicate that the controls work smoothly with a controller, with full support and rebinding options. Tight controls enhance gameplay precision, which is crucial for a bullet hell game.
- Enjoyable boss fights (weight 0.12): Boss fights are described as demanding and escalating in complexity, providing a fun and challenging experience. They are a highlight of the game for many reviewers.
- Replay saving feature (weight 0.12): The ability to save replays of runs is a valued feature, allowing players to review their performance and share impressive plays. This adds to the overall polish of the game.

Common complaints:
- Extreme difficulty across all modes (weight 0.62): Even the lowest difficulty is considered extremely hard, with easy mode described as ruthless and not easy. The game is unforgiving and hard to recommend for beginners.
- Poor bullet visibility and contrast (weight 0.54): Enemy and player bullets are hard to distinguish due to similar colors and low contrast with backgrounds. This leads to blind deaths and confusion during heavy fire.
- Cluttered screen and UI (weight 0.31): The screen is cluttered with point popups, distracting backgrounds, and HUD elements that obscure gameplay. The UI design is considered poor and unhelpful.
- Repetitive and weak audio (weight 0.31): The soundtrack is repetitive during extended sessions, with short loops and weak boss music. Some audio bugs cause crackling or unfixable issues.
- Limited bomb and hyper mechanics (weight 0.3): The game only has a hyper mechanic with no ready bombs; players must charge them and cannot stockpile. There is no full-screen bullet cancel or deathbomb system, limiting defensive options.
- Lack of Japanese language support (weight 0.28): Multiple reviewers noted that the Steam version does not support Japanese, despite the game being Japanese. This is a significant localization oversight.
- Achievements are nearly impossible (weight 0.27): Achievements are extremely difficult or impossible to obtain, with only one exceeding 14% completion and most below 5%. Some achievements may not even trigger on Steam.
- Harsh lives and continues system (weight 0.27): Players start with only 3 lives and no continues, making clearing impossible for less skilled players. Death means restarting from the beginning, and there is no compensation for repeated attempts.
- Poor localization and story (weight 0.26): The story is minimal, childish, and lacks plot twists. Dialogue sessions are lengthy and can be skimmed but not skipped entirely. Some reviewers find the characters grating.
- Short game length (weight 0.26): The game is relatively short with only 5 stages, making it a quick playthrough. Some reviewers found this lacking in content.
- Uninspired enemy patterns and design (weight 0.26): Enemy attack patterns are repetitive and enemies drift on spraying bullets. Some obstacles blend into the background, and enemy designs are not well received.
- Visual and readability issues (weight 0.26): Large hitboxes and zoomed-in view cause near-misses, and bullets blend with backgrounds. The visuals are harsh on the eyes and overall visibility is low.
- Unfair one-shot deaths (weight 0.24): Many bullet patterns are one-shot kills with random elements, and some bosses spawn enemies directly on the player. This feels unfair and requires memorization.
- Lack of practice and replay options (weight 0.22): There is no practice mode, and you cannot replay levels directly. After failing, the game does not allow an immediate restart, making it tedious to practice boss battles.
- Unbalanced weapon and formation options (weight 0.22): Certain shooting formations are clearly superior, and wide shots are less useful in boss fights due to power differences. Switching bullet types changes movement speed, requiring mastery of multiple combinations.
- Boss battles are problematic (weight 0.21): Boss positions are not shown at the bottom, making them hard to track. The last boss' final attack may require a seizure warning, and the final boss forbids bombs.
- Limited resolution support (weight 0.17): The game does not support 2k resolution or higher, and fullscreen lowers the monitor's resolution, making the game look pixelated. It also displays in 4:3 aspect ratio on modern monitors.
- Performance and technical issues (weight 0.13): The game suffers from random crashes on different computers and lag spikes after certain visual effects. These technical problems impact the experience.
- Inconvenient formation switching (weight 0.12): Formation switching cycles through three in a fixed order, making it inconvenient to return from Back to Wide. Fine switching during boss fights suffers from poor controls.
- Missing language options besides Japanese (weight 0.07): Chinese language support is also absent, which a reviewer noted would be better. The game lacks broader language support beyond what is expected.

Gameplay feedback:
- Bullet hell shooter genre (weight 0.97): The game is consistently described as a classic vertical bullet hell (danmaku) shooter, often compared to Touhou. It features intense bullet patterns, cute girls, and multiple difficulty settings.
- Touhou difficulty similarity (weight 0.65): Players note that the difficulty is similar to Touhou games, although some find it less crazy. This comparison helps set expectations for genre veterans.
- Conquest mode with saves (weight 0.63): A notable feature is Conquest Mode, which allows players to save progress between stages, redo earlier stages, and practice individual stages. This makes the game more accessible for casual play compared to the traditional arcade mode.
- Shot formations system (weight 0.54): Players can select and switch between multiple shot formations (attack patterns) during gameplay. Formations are unlocked through gameplay, with players starting with a few and able to unlock many more.
- Arcade mode exists (weight 0.38): The game includes a standard Arcade mode for traditional uninterrupted runs, typically with no continues. Players can choose between Arcade and Conquest modes based on their preferred play style.
- Multiple difficulty levels (weight 0.35): The game offers several difficulty options, including Easy, Normal, Hard, and Super, catering to both beginners and hardcore players. This is a common feature highlighted in reviews.
- Bullet cancel mechanic (weight 0.21): The game features a bullet cancel mechanic where enemy bullets turn into points or items when enemies are defeated. This adds strategic depth and helps manage the bullet density.
- Hyper mode ability (weight 0.21): Players can activate a Hyper Mode that temporarily strengthens their character, providing more powerful shots and temporary immunity. This adds an offensive and defensive layer to gameplay.
- Extra lives via score (weight 0.17): Extra lives are awarded at certain score milestones, encouraging players to achieve high scores. This is a common mechanic in bullet hell games to reward skill and persistence.
- Five levels total (weight 0.12): The game contains five distinct levels, which is a standard length for arcade-style shooters. Each level presents increasing difficulty and bullet patterns.
- Enemies from all sides (weight 0.11): Enemies appear not only from the front but also from below and sides, requiring players to be aware of their surroundings. This adds complexity to dodging and positioning.
- Visual distractions (weight 0.11): The game has frequent point popups and background effects that can be distracting during intense bullet hell moments. This may affect visibility and player performance.
- Crossover character QP (weight 0.1): The game features QP, a character from 100% Orange Juice, as a playable character. This crossover appeals to fans of the other title.

Performance notes:
- Crashes and lag spikes (weight 0.14): Players experience random crashes and lag spikes after certain visual effects, which can disrupt gameplay and progression. These performance issues need attention to improve stability.
- Audio issues on menus (weight 0.13): Crackling audio occurs on the title menu and the start screen has a music bug, affecting the initial user experience. These audio glitches may detract from the game's polish.
- Steam Deck performance praised (weight 0.07): The game runs well on the Steam Deck, providing a smooth experience for portable play. This positive feedback highlights good optimization for the device.

Recommendations:
- Recommended for bullet hell fans (weight 0.68): Many reviewers recommend the game specifically to fans of bullet hell and danmaku shooters, often mentioning Touhou. It is seen as a solid entry in the genre.
- Fans of 100% Orange Juice may enjoy (weight 0.39): Several reviews highlight the connection to the 100% Orange Juice series, suggesting fans of that series will likely enjoy this game. It is considered a must-have for those fans.
- Good for beginners (weight 0.3): Some reviewers find the game relatively easy and relaxed, making it a fantastic starting point for newcomers to bullet hell. Difficulty settings and modes help ease players in.
- Not for STG beginners (weight 0.22): Conversely, other reviewers warn that the game is too difficult for STG beginners and not recommended for those seeking a relaxed experience. This suggests inconsistent difficulty perception.
- Consider buying on sale (weight 0.22): Multiple reviews suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing, especially if mainly interested in the 100% Orange Juice DLC. The price is a concern for some players.
- Suggestions to play other games instead (weight 0.21): Some reviews suggest playing 'real' bullet hell games like Ikaruga or Touhou Project instead, implying this game may not be as fair or polished. Others recommend Bullet Heaven 2 or Jamestown first.
- Overall high recommendation (weight 0.21): Some reviewers strongly recommend the game, calling it a must-own classic. They encourage buying for those who like such games, regardless of experience.
- Recommendations for experienced players (weight 0.17): Genre veterans and experienced shmup players are likely to enjoy the challenge. Confidence in STG skills is often mentioned as a prerequisite.
- Difficulty and weapon selection matter (weight 0.17): Players must consider weapon selection and formation changes to succeed. Specific formations are advised for easier clears, indicating strategic depth.
- Neutral or mixed recommendations (weight 0.15): Some reviewers give neutral ratings or lean towards not recommending, noting the game is playable but better options exist in the genre. This indicates a divided player opinion.
- Use controller or arcade stick (weight 0.12): Reviews recommend using an Xbox controller or arcade stick for better control. This suggests the game may be less comfortable with keyboard or mouse.
- Not for casual players (weight 0.12): Reviews indicate the game is not a must-own for casual players unless they like the aesthetic. It may not suit those seeking a relaxed experience.
- Stage memorization and modes (weight 0.12): New players are advised to start with easy mode and stage-by-stage mode, then attempt full runs after memorizing stages. This eases learning curve.
- Arcade style and nostalgia appeal (weight 0.11): Fans of arcade shooters and nostalgic players may find this game appealing due to its style. It offers a satisfying sense of mastery.
- Orange Juice players should be cautious (weight 0.06): While fans of 100% Orange Juice may enjoy it, some caution that the game may not fully satisfy OJ players. The DLC might be the main draw.
- Recommended for Touhou fans wanting easier experience (weight 0.06): Touhou fans who find the series too intense may appreciate this less crazy bullet hell. It offers a different pace.
- Adjust sound settings for better experience (weight 0.06): One reviewer recommends increasing sound effects volume in options, suggesting default audio levels might be too low. This is a minor but helpful tip.
- Cheats for those who can't handle danmaku (weight 0.06): One reviewer suggests using cheats if players cannot handle danmaku, indicating the game may be too difficult for some without assistance.

Other player notes:
- Crossover with 100% Orange Juice (weight 0.64): The game is a spin-off featuring QP from 100% Orange Juice and is often bundled with or grants exclusive characters in that game. This crossover is a major reason for purchase.
- Difficulty similar to Touhou (weight 0.36): Many reviewers compare the difficulty to Touhou Project, noting it is challenging yet slightly more forgiving. It requires pattern memorization and patience.
- Part of Orange Juice franchise (weight 0.33): The game is developed by the same circle as 100% Orange Juice and is a Steam localization by Orange Juice. It is connected to the SUGURI and Orange Juice universes.
- No Japanese language support (weight 0.3): Despite being a Japanese indie game, the Steam version lacks Japanese language support, and Chinese is also not supported. A community Chinese patch exists, but official localization is missing.
- Compared to similar shmups (weight 0.28): Reviewers compare it to other bullet hell games like Ikaruga, Jamestown, and Crimzon Clover. Some prefer alternatives, but others appreciate the tribute to the genre.
- Good value for price (weight 0.24): The game is inexpensive, often bought on discount, and considered worth the cost. It includes trading cards and offers good value compared to other shmups.
- Game modes and options (weight 0.21): Includes arcade mode from stage 1 and conquest mode with stage selection. Features an in-game store, settings to darken background, and dialog can be turned off.
- Achievements are difficult (weight 0.2): Achievements require no-hit clears and are hard to obtain, with low completion rates. The 'Superp' achievement is noted as the hardest.
- Technical and controls (weight 0.16): Supports controller and window scaling options, but has a 4:3 aspect ratio due to its 2012 origin. Some minor issues were reported but resolved across computers.
- Bonus content and extras (weight 0.16): Includes a manual, trading cards, and bonus content from 100% Orange Juice. Conversation lines are available on the wiki.
- Sequel to original QP Shooting (weight 0.16): This is an upgraded version of the original QP Shooting, which is not available on Steam. The story continues chronologically from the previous title.
- Story involves pudding mystery (weight 0.15): The plot features a dog-woman investigating the disappearance of all pudding, with worlds forgetting about it. The protagonist travels through various settings and fights a dessert goddess.
- Lack of certain characters (weight 0.05): The character Kyupita is not present in this game, which may disappoint fans. The game focuses on QP and other OJ characters.
- Physical Japanese version exists (weight 0.05): A physical Japanese package version of the game is available, but the Steam version is the focus of reviews.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.16): Players are frustrated by the game's extreme difficulty, which persists even on Easy mode, combined with poor bullet visibility due to same-colored enemy and player bullets. The inability to replay levels, lack of continues, and harsh restart-on-death mechanics further compound the frustration, alongside technical issues like bugged music and screen clutter.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.11): Players enjoy the game due to its cute characters, engaging bullet hell gameplay, and the fun of learning boss patterns and customizing formations. The appealing graphics, soundtrack, and unique mechanics like hyper mode and bullet type collection contribute to a pleasant and fun experience, even for non-bullet hell fans.
- Disappointment (weight 0.09): Disappointment stems from design issues such as lack of continues, no very easy mode, and bland non-boss gameplay, which make the game less accessible and polished compared to other bullet hell titles. The weak soundtrack, unused controller buttons, lack of Japanese text support, and 4:3 aspect ratio on modern monitors also diminish the experience.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.07): Satisfaction arises from a rewarding sense of progression as players master challenging mechanics and eventually clear difficult achievements. The game's fair design, strategic depth, forgiving difficulty, and multiple replayable modes like Conquest provide a satisfying experience that justifies the price.
- Excitement (weight 0.05): Excitement is driven by the game's fast-paced, responsive bullet hell gameplay, epic and catchy soundtrack, and hype boss battles. New challenges like Arcade mode and useful ammo types like Orbit add to the thrill, making the gameplay addicting and fun.
- Amusement (weight 0.05): Players are amused by the absurd and nonsensical story about recovering pudding in space, featuring bizarre enemy encounters and quirky elements like a Shifu Robot. The humor in the narrative and the absurdity of the difficulty compared to getting pudding during holidays elicits laughter and enjoyment.
- Appreciation (weight 0.05): Players appreciate the game's high quality relative to its price, praising the story, cute characters, music, and creative bullet patterns. Beginner-friendly features like Conquest mode, tight controls, and controller support, along with a tough-but-fair challenge, contribute to this positive sentiment.
- Joy (weight 0.03): Joy is derived from the game's cute and fun nature, which brings a silly smile and warms the heart. The variety of formations, quality of gameplay, and the anticipated sense of accomplishment from clearing the game despite its difficulty also bring happiness.
- Surprise (weight 0.03): Surprise comes from unexpected elements like the stage results music being the same as in Muse Dash, a plastic cookie adventure reference, and realizing the no-hit first level achievement is the easiest one. The game exceeding initial low expectations also creates a pleasant surprise.
- Annoyance (weight 0.03): Annoyance is caused by the minimum difficulty being too hard even for many players, along with bullet cancel mechanics that confuse due to same-color scheme. Lengthy dialogue sessions and short, repetitive music loops during long play sessions also grate on players' nerves.
- Affection (weight 0.03): Players feel affection for the cute characters, especially QP, and the humorous pudding-related jokes. The story's focus on protecting beloved pudding and the fondness for the developers, Fruitbat Factory, and character backstories evoke warmth and attachment.
- Admiration (weight 0.02): Players admire the game's charming visuals, stylish unlocks, and excellent soundtrack. The subtle mechanics and overall presentation are also praised, contributing to a strong sense of admiration for the game's craftsmanship.
- Addiction (weight 0.02): Addiction is fueled by the hook of clearing an Easy difficulty run and the overall extremely addictive nature of the gameplay. The loop of buying new formations and testing them provides a compelling reason to keep playing, making it hard to stop.
- Pleasure (weight 0.01): Pleasure comes from successfully grazing bullets with a visible hitbox, which feels rewarding. Additionally, seeing the bullet hell genre represented with such high quality brings enjoyment and a sense of fulfillment.
- Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion arises because boss battles do not display the boss position at the bottom of the screen, making it hard to track. Bullets blending with the background reduce contrast, further confusing players about what is safe to touch.
- Determination (weight 0.01): Determination is driven by the pursuit of all achievements, including the hardest difficulty no-hit run, which motivates players to push through challenges. The game's appeal keeps them returning to try again, fueling a persistent drive to succeed.
- Fondness (weight 0.01): Fondness is felt for the cute and funny character QP, as well as the adorable cast overall. The soft background music and gentle visual backgrounds create a warm, affectionate attachment to the game's world.
- Impressed (weight 0.01): Players are impressed by the game's depth and polish, which exceed expectations. The sheer number of on-screen elements and the game's extreme difficulty are also awe-inspiring, showcasing the developers' ambition and execution.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm is sparked by the extremely cute characters like QP and the rabbits, which are a major draw. The game feeling like a true bullet hell with fair bullet speed and a great scoring system also generates excitement and eagerness to play.
- Regret (weight 0.01): Regret comes from the default sound effect volume being low, which reduces the satisfying impact of defeating enemies. The absence of a practice mode also leaves players wishing for better training tools to improve.}