Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita
- Developers: Inti Creates
- Publishers: Alchemist, PQube
Gal*Gun: Double Peace (2015) Review
GalGun: Double Peace is a Japanese bishojo shooting game and the sequel to GalGun. The game was developed by Inti Creates and published by Marvelous in Japan and XSEED Games in North America and Europe. It was released for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, and Microsoft Windows in 2015.
The game’s protagonist, Hodai Kudoki, is a high school student who is struck by an arrow from Cupid’s Angel, which makes every girl in the world fall in love with him. However, if he doesn’t find his fated girl by the day’s end, he’ll never be able to find love again.
Hodai must use his “Doki Doki Mode” to shoot heart-shaped bullets at the girls and make them fall in love with him. He can also use a variety of special abilities, such as the “Ecstasy Shot” and the “Fever Mode”, to increase his power.
Gal*Gun: Double Peace features a large cast of female characters, each with her own unique personality and backstory. The game also features a variety of different endings, depending on the choices that Hodai makes throughout the game.
Gameplay
Gal*Gun: Double Peace is a third-person shooter game. The player controls Hodai Kudoki as he shoots heart-shaped bullets at the girls who are trying to attack him. The game features a variety of different levels, each with its own unique set of challenges.
Hodai can use a variety of different weapons and abilities to defeat his enemies. He can shoot regular heart-shaped bullets, or he can use special abilities, such as the “Ecstasy Shot” and the “Fever Mode”, to increase his power.
The game also features a variety of different minigames and side quests. These minigames and side quests can be used to earn new weapons and abilities, or to simply have some fun.
Characters
Gal*Gun: Double Peace features a large cast of female characters, each with her own unique personality and backstory. Some of the most notable characters include:
- Kurona – A shy and introverted girl who has a crush on Hodai.
- Nanako – A popular and outgoing girl who is always trying to get Hodai’s attention.
- Aoi – A tomboyish girl who is always up for a challenge.
- Saya – A mysterious girl who seems to know more about Hodai than she lets on.
Story
Gal*Gun: Double Peace’s story is told through a series of visual novel-style cutscenes. The story is lighthearted and comedic, and it features a variety of different romantic subplots.
The game’s story is divided into two parts. The first part follows Hodai as he tries to find his fated girl by the day’s end. The second part follows Hodai as he tries to maintain his relationships with the girls who have fallen in love with him.
Reception
Gal*Gun: Double Peace received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics praised the game’s humor and addictive gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation.
Despite the mixed reviews, Gal*Gun: Double Peace was a commercial success. The game sold over 500,000 copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling bishojo shooting games of all time.
Conclusion
GalGun: Double Peace is a fun and over-the-top bishojo shooting game that will appeal to fans of the genre. The game features a large cast of charming characters, a humorous story, and addictive gameplay. If you’re looking for a good laugh, or if you’re just a fan of anime-style games, then I highly recommend checking out GalGun: Double Peace.
Review Score
7/10
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