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IGDB / 1666

DoDonPachi

1997 73 / 100 Arcade Shooter
Compared to DonPachi, DoDonPachi is generally known for introducing new gameplay elements while improving or changing existing ones. The overall background of the game, unlike following sequels, remains more or less centered around a supposed invasion by a mysterious race of mechanized aliens, which the player is called to face throughout its run. However, more sinister and shocking secrets lie beneath the surface, a Show full summary

Compared to DonPachi, DoDonPachi is generally known for introducing new gameplay elements while improving or changing existing ones. The overall background of the game, unlike following sequels, remains more or less centered around a supposed invasion by a mysterious race of mechanized aliens, which the player is called to face throughout its run. However, more sinister and shocking secrets lie beneath the surface, accessible only to those brave and skilled enough to clear the entire game.

World design Nicht eindeutig GameplayCombat-focused Game modeCo-op

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Story & context

Compared to DonPachi, DoDonPachi is generally known for introducing new gameplay elements while improving or changing existing ones. The overall background of the game, unlike following sequels, remains more or less centered around a supposed invasion by a mysterious race of mechanized aliens, which the player is called to face throughout its run. However, more sinister and shocking secrets lie beneath the surface, accessible only to those brave and skilled enough to clear the entire game.

GameplayCombat-focused Game modeCo-op GenreArcade GenreShooter ThemeScience fiction
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Studios & ownership

Studio & publishing

Developer
CAVE Interactive
Publisher
SPS, HAMSTER, Atlus
Franchise
Dodonpachi
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So spielt es sich

Spielprofil

Modi
Co-operative, Single player, Split screen
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Themes
Science fiction
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Wo & wann

Platform releases

  • Arcade Feb 05, 1997
  • PlayStation Sep 10, 1998
  • Sega Saturn Oct 17, 1997
  • PlayStation 3 May 26, 2010
  • PlayStation Portable May 26, 2010

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