Mushihimesama

by CAVE Interactive

2004

ShooterArcade

Fantasy

Excellent

ShooterArcade

Fantasy

Excellent

About

Huge insect-like creatures called Koju roam the forest outside the village of Hoshifuri. When Reco's people fall to a mysterious sickness, the young princess decides to leave the village and meet the God of the Koju, who may provide a cure. Riding her faithful Golden Beetle friend Kiniro, Reco must traverse the wilds, braving the hostile landscape and the aggressive Koju beasts on her journey through the Shinju Forest.

Publisher: Taito
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Themes: Action, Fantasy
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric

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Where to Buy

Steam

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