The scoring system revolves around maintaining a "chain" by continuously destroying enemies. If the timer between kills runs out, your combo resets, losing you massive potential points.
Before starting, you choose a ship and an "Element Doll" (Shot, Laser, or Expert style) which dictates your bomb stock and the power of your secondary fire. Shmup of the Month | December 2023 | DoDonPachi DaiOuJou
The original 2002 release. It is notoriously difficult, known for its strict scoring requirements and a punishing second loop that requires meeting specific "no-miss/no-bomb" criteria to enter.
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