Bullet shoot ’em up games are honestly one of the more underrated gaming genres, as they are just high-octane bullet hell that keeps players on their toes. But worry not, as one of them is back, specifically a Fantasy bullet hell shoot ’em up game, Shikhondo: Blue Pieta. Developed by DeerFarm, it’s a sequel to both Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage and Shikhondo: Soul Eater, but this time it’s bigger and better, expanding the universe and gameplay. Shikhondo: Blue Pieta originally released in May on PC via Steam and Stove but is now coming to consoles. Shikhondo: Blue Pieta 2 launches December 10 for PS5, Switch 2, and Switch.

Shikhondo: Blue Pieta is a fantasy bullet hell shoot ’em up that’s a direct sequel to both Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage and Shikhondo: Soul Eater. It takes place several years after the tragedy of the previous game—an apprentice Grim Reaper and a Vampire Hunter. Their fates intersect, opening doors to a new battlefield. The game will feature the “Soul Collect” system, allowing you to release all your power at once to obliterate your enemies with the ultimate skill: “Soul Collect.” At the end of each stage, you will challenge captivating bosses with diverse and unique designs and battle to the bitter end. The game will feature various game modes, such as local co-op play for two players simultaneously. Dual mode will allow you to play solo and swap between two characters on the fly. A boss rush mode will also be featured, allowing you to take on a relentless gauntlet of formidable foes with no time to catch your breath. And finally, if you need a break from it all, the music room lets you listen to the game’s soundtrack. 

Shikhondo: Blue Pieta marks the return of the Shikhondo franchise, so whether you’re a fan or a newcomer, this is a perfect place to start. Shikhondo: Blue Pieta originally released in May on PC via Steam and Stove but is now coming to consoles. Shikhondo: Blue Pieta 2 launches December 10 for PS5, Switch 2, and Switch.