Touhou Shinkirou: Hopeless Masquerade

About

Touhou Shinkirou: Hopeless Masquerade is a high-speed aerial brawler where combat stays strictly in the air. Players pick from a roster of characters each with distinct movesets and unleash a mix of melee strikes, special moves, and spell cards triggered by button combinations. Matches focus on fluid midair duels with no ground-based mechanics, emphasizing timing and strategy. Single-player modes include story scenarios tied to the game’s placement in the Touhou timeline while multiplayer options support split-screen battles for local竞争. The game stands out for its tight mechanics and fast-paced exchanges that reward precise inputs. Though part of a niche series, it maintains a dedicated following with its blend of accessibility and depth. Released in 2013 it continues Team Shanghai Alice’s tradition of chaotic yet polished gameplay. The inclusion of local co-op and a roster featuring fan-favorite returning characters adds replay value for longtime fans.

Storyline

In the wake of so many incidents beyond their control, the Human Village has fallen into a state of hopeless pessimism. Believing that religion can restore order, some of Gensokyo's most prominent adherents of Buddhism, Taoism and Shinto all want to take this chance to expand their particular faith's influence.