Summary
- Release Year: 2010
- Genres: Indie, Shooter, Sport
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Orange_Juice
- Publishers: Fruitbat Factory, Orange_Juice
Sora (2010): A Breathtakingly Fast-Paced Combat Experience in the Suguri Universe
Sora (2010) is a vertical-scrolling shooter game developed by Orange_Juice and published by Aksys Games. It is the third game in the Suguri series, following Suguri (2005) and Akai Katana (2007). Sora tells the story of its namesake: the lone enhanced human, Sora, and her struggle to protect a fading world.
Gameplay
Sora is a fast-paced vertical-scrolling shooter in which the player controls Sora, a lone enhanced human, as she fights her way through hordes of enemies. Sora can use a variety of weapons, including guns, swords, and bombs, to defeat her enemies. She can also use a special ability called “Trance” to slow down time and increase her attack power.
One of the unique features of Sora is its “Chain System.” When Sora defeats enemies, she builds up a chain meter. The longer the chain, the more powerful Sora’s attacks become. However, if Sora is hit by an enemy, her chain meter will reset. This system encourages players to take risks and string together long chains of kills.
Story
Sora is set in a world that is slowly fading away. The cause of this fading is unknown, but it is believed that Sora is the only one who can stop it. Sora is an enhanced human with superhuman abilities. She was created by a group of scientists who were trying to find a way to save the world.
Sora is a kind and compassionate person, but she is also a fierce warrior. She is determined to protect the world that she loves, even if it means sacrificing herself.
Characters
- Sora: The protagonist of the game. Sora is a lone enhanced human who is fighting to protect a fading world.
- Aoi: Sora’s best friend and a fellow enhanced human. Aoi is a skilled hacker and a valuable member of Sora’s team.
- Dr. K Sora’s creator and the leader of the scientists who created her. Dr. K is a brilliant scientist, but he is also a ruthless man who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals.
- The Overseer: The main antagonist of the game. The Overseer is a mysterious being who is responsible for the fading of the world.
Development
Sora was developed by Orange_Juice, a Japanese video game developer. The game was directed by Tomoaki Kaneko, who also directed Suguri and Akai Katana. Sora was released in Japan on March 18, 2010, and in North America on September 14, 2010.
Reception
Sora was met with positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fast-paced combat, beautiful graphics, and original soundtrack. Sora was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Sora is considered to be one of the best vertical-scrolling shooters ever made. The game’s fast-paced combat, beautiful graphics, and original soundtrack have made it a favorite among fans of the genre. Sora has also been influential in the development of other vertical-scrolling shooters, such as Crimzon Clover and Touhou Project.
Conclusion
Sora is a breathtakingly fast-paced combat experience that is sure to please fans of the genre. The game’s unique setting, original soundtrack, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for any fan of vertical-scrolling shooters.
Review Score
8/10
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