Touhou Luna Nights

About

Touhou Luna Nights is a 2D action-platformer with Metroidvania roots that mixes exploration and combat. You play as Sakuya Izayoi navigating a fractured realm resembling Gensoukyou but warped by Remilia Scarlet’s schemes. The game balances backtracking through maze-like stages with boss battles and environmental puzzles. Combat features fast-paced melee attacks and a time manipulation system that lets you rewind or pause moments mid-fight. Progression relies on unlocking new areas and mastering movement tricks to tackle later levels. The game stands out for its tight controls and layered level design that rewards careful play. It released in 2019 on multiple platforms including Switch and PC with over 100,000 hours logged on Steam alone. While shorter than some Metroidvanias it focuses on polished gameplay loops and challenging boss encounters. The art style blends chibi aesthetics with detailed backgrounds and the story leans into the established Touhou lore without demanding prior knowledge.

Storyline

Remilia Scarlet, head vampire of the Scarlet Devil Mansion sends her maid Sakuya Izayoi with no warning to a world much like Gensoukyou, but not quite. A world full of strange places, filled with strange youkai and her time manipulation sealed. What could Remilia’s end game be...?