Valkyrie of Phantasm is coming on Switch and PS5

Valkyrie of Phantasm, developed by Areazero and published by PLAYISM, is an upcoming high-speed aerial shooting action game set to release on Nintendo Switch and PS5 in 2025. This game is based on the Touhou Project series and features characters like Reimu Hakurei in intense danmaku (bullet hell) combat. This fan-made title offers a fresh, original storyline while honoring the essence of the source material.

Players engage in high-speed danmaku (bullet hell) battles, controlling characters like Reimu Hakurei and others. The game emphasizes agility and strategic combat through various actions such as:​ Basic Actions: Close-range melee attacks, rapid-fire bullet shooting, powerful spellcasting, quick evasive steps, high-speed boost dashes, and defensive guards. Special Moves: Includes Accel Drive for temporary power-ups, Accel Drive Spells, Ultimate Spells at max level, and various tactical attacks like Side Attack, Backstep Attack, and Boost Dash Attack.

Valkyrie of Phantasm supports both single-player and online multiplayer modes, accommodating up to four players. One aspect that is famous in the Touhou Project series, which is responded from Areazero, guarantees that Valkyrie of Phantasm's music, composed by artists such as GCHM (GET IN THE RING) and IRON ATTACK!, features tracks like "Messiah" and "EINHERJAR". These soundtracks are available on various streaming platforms such as iTunes Store, Amazon Music, or YouTube Music.

Valkyrie of Phantasm begins with a meteorite crashing into Gensokyo, releasing particles of light that grant powerful armor called "Valkyrie Arms" to its inhabitants. Upon receiving this power, Reimu Hakurei embarks on a journey to uncover its origins, leading to high-speed battles against others who have acquired similar abilities.​

Additional downloadable content characters are also planned for release sometime after the console launch, which is scheduled in 2025. In the meantime, you can check our comparison tool for the best prices for Valkyrie of Phantasm.