DoDonPachi Resurrection Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-07-26
Review summary
  • Many different game modes
  • Great for beginners
  • Novice mode for beginners
  • Difficulty is excessively high
  • Slowdown issues in modes
  • Missing original arcade version
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Categories

Bullet-hellVertical ShooterDanmakuScoring SystemArcadeHigh Score ChasingMultiple Modes

Emotions

Archetypes

Sample precision
Helpful reviews
92%
Unhelpful reviews
7%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
455
Negative points
142
Gameplay points
305
Perf. points
18
Rec. points
115
Misc points
0
Point
Many different game modes
Description
The game includes 8 different modes such as Ver1.5, Black Label, Arrange, and Novice modes, providing significant variety and replay value.
Importance
79%
Novice mode for beginners
Description
Multiple clusters highlight a dedicated Novice mode that is recommended for beginners, making the game highly approachable and easy to clear on the first loop.
Importance
54%
Best shmup on Steam
Description
Reviewers call this the best pure shmup on Steam and a masterpiece for fans, representing classic arcade quality.
Importance
21%
Great soundtrack
Description
The soundtrack is frequently praised as incredible and great, driving the action with rhythmic BGM.
Importance
19%
Auto-bomb helps beginners
Description
Generous beginner support includes an auto-bomb system and hyper bullet-clear features that help novices survive more easily.
Importance
18%
Fun and satisfying gameplay
Description
The gameplay is described as extremely fun and satisfying, with engaging scoring mechanics.
Importance
15%
Suitable for all skill levels
Description
Difficulty is customizable, making the game suitable for both novice and expert players.
Importance
12%
Unlimited continues for practice
Description
Unlimited continues put players' minds at ease, reducing pressure and encouraging practice.
Importance
11%
Black Label Arrange is fun
Description
The Black Label Arrange mode is motivating with score multipliers and uses a Ketsui-like system for fun gameplay.
Importance
11%
Responsive controls
Description
The game feels responsive with tight movement and no noticeable input lag.
Importance
11%
Multiple ships and styles
Description
Three ship types and three styles offer different approaches and playstyles.
Importance
11%
Pleasant and beautiful play
Description
The game is described as pleasant, easy to play, exhilarating, and beautiful.
Importance
11%
Training mode for practice
Description
A training mode is incredibly useful for deep practice and improvement.
Importance
11%