The story of Guwange is set during the Muromachi period of Japan. During this time, increasing numbers of people suffer possession by shikigami. Although the shikigami grant great spiritual powers, the strain inflicted on the host causes them to die exactly one year after possession. However, a legend has sprung up regarding Guwange, the malevolent god trapped in Mt. Gokumon (i.e. Hell Gate). If one possessed by a shikigami can gather talismans of the five Chinese elements—wood, fire, earth, metal, water—from five demons serving Guwange, then infiltrate Gokumon and slay Guwange, the shikigami will be destroyed and the one possessed will not suffer a premature death.
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This is a very weird and unique game. I love the art style, the setting, and the gameplay!
Sick as hell, kind of like a rail shooter in 2D. Love how it twists your brain having to pay attention to the bullets, the terrain and where your shikigami is at the same time. Wonder why no indie dev's ever stolen this idea and ran with it because this is amazing.
Pretty unique shmup, having to walk on the ground and pay attention to walls as well as bullets. Great visuals and music too.
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This is probably their most unique game overall. Each character in the game has a distinct playing style, which makes for an interesting and varied experience. I also really enjoyed the setting, being a sucker for Japanese folklore. It's really nice
heh, "Guwange"