This is a good basic shmup. Lots of characters with very different kinds of weapons and bombs. Great graphics. Fun to play. Castle of Shikigami 3 is a class act. Pick it up during a sale and you won't be disappointed!
Castle of Shikigami 3
- Release Date:
- Mar 11, 2025
- Developer:
- Cosmo Machia, Alfa System
- Publisher:
- Cosmo Machia Inc.
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
"Castle of Shikigami III" is a PC port of the third game in the Shikigami Castle series, which first hit arcades in 2006.
Game Overview
A culmination of character shooting games set in a unique worldview!
A wide variety of newly added playable characters!
Supports online rankings and various achievements!
Controls
Control the character with an 8-way lever and 2 buttons (shot, bomb).
Character Selection


Players select one of several characters with different normal attacks, shikigami attacks, special attacks, and movement speeds.
You can also choose between the first and second types of attack, which have different performance for each character, allowing for a variety of attack methods.
You can also play with two players. (Supports remote play together! Challenge with shikigami users from around the world!)
Each character has their own backstory, and a story demo is inserted immediately after starting play and before and after the start of the stage.
In addition, when playing with two players, the story and scenario change depending on the combination of characters selected.
Various Attacks
There are three types of attacks: normal attacks, shikigami attacks, and special attacks.
Normal Attacks (Shots)
A rapid-firing attack. Since it can attack a relatively wide area, you can ensure your own safety by focusing on this in battle.
Also, when the Tension Bonus System is at its maximum, it becomes a high tension attack, and the firing speed and power increase.
Shikigami Attack
In exchange for a slower movement speed during the attack, this attack automatically collects the coins that appear.
Special Attack
A so-called bomb. You can use as many bullets as you have, and your ship becomes invincible while using it.
Tension Bonus System

A system unique to "Castle of Shikigami," commonly known as T.B.S.
You can get a bonus if you destroy an enemy when the enemy or enemy bullet is close to the center of your ship (hit detection).
The closer the hit detection is to the enemy bullet, etc., the more bonus you can get, up to a maximum of 8 times. The points you get with a normal attack increase, and the number of coins that appear increases even more with a Shikigami attack.
High Tension MAX System

Equipped with a new function that satisfies your insatiable passion for shooting games!
A system that consumes one special attack to activate. There is a short period of invincibility when activated. A red gauge will be displayed at the top edge of the screen for a certain period of time, and until it runs out, "T.B.S. judgment will always be 8 times (≒ always in a high-tension shot state)" and "the amount of coins appearing will be 1.5 times."
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System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Celeron G1620 2.7GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 650
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i3-3220 3.3GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 750Ti
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 1 GB available space
FAQ
How much does Castle of Shikigami 3 cost?
Castle of Shikigami 3 costs $29.99.
What are the system requirements for Castle of Shikigami 3?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Celeron G1620 2.7GHz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 650 DirectX: Version 9.0c Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 1 GB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i3-3220 3.3GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 750Ti DirectX: Version 9.0c Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 1 GB available space
What platforms is Castle of Shikigami 3 available on?
Castle of Shikigami 3 is available on Windows PC.
Is Castle of Shikigami 3 worth buying?
Castle of Shikigami 3 has 67% positive reviews from 3 players.
When was Castle of Shikigami 3 released?
Castle of Shikigami 3 was released on Mar 11, 2025.
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