Gamer Euphoria: Akai Katana Review

Gamer Euphoria staff member Tom writes:

''Chasing hot on the heels of Cave’s last console forays into the world of bullet-hell (Deathsmiles and Dodonpachi Resurrection), Akai Katana brings the joys of classic arcade shmup action into 16:9 screen dimensions and in full HD.

Akai Katana is set against the backdrop of a parallel world that resembles the industrial setting of Japan’s Taisho period. While there’s little in the way of motivating story, each pilot has its own back story and epilogue. The Blood Katanas contain the souls of family members who have sacrificed themselves to provide the wielder with great power.''