Gintama: Gintoki vs. Hijikata!? Kabukichou Gintama Dai-soudatsusen!!

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Gintama: Gintoki vs. Hijikata!? Kabukichou Gintama Dai-soudatsusen!! is a Japan-only Nintendo DS game that lets players control Gintoki Sakata or Toshiro Hijikata in a chaotic showdown. The single-player and local multiplayer modes mix side-scrolling brawls with over-the-top mini-games, all tied to a story that mirrors the series’ signature absurdity. Combat feels brisk and punchy, with moves pulled straight from the anime’s surreal arsenal. Between battles you’ll navigate dialogue-heavy scenes that lean into the show’s dry humor and character quirks. The game’s biggest draw is its dead-on parody of Gintama’s world, packed with cameos and inside jokes that’ll thrill long-time fans. While the combat loops can feel repetitive, the brisk pacing and visual gags keep things lively. Community reviews note it’s a niche but faithful adaptation, best played with a friend to swap roles and mock each other’s moves. Released in 2006, it’s a time capsule for fans eager to relive the chaos of Kabukichou on the go.