Aksys Games today announced that it is bringing Alfa System’s vertical scrolling shoot’em-up Castle of Shikigami III to the Wii.

There’s no waggle in this game, just pure bullet hell. Players can go solo or dodge a seemingly endless array of bullets in a 2 player co-op mode. Featuring an extensive amount of replay value with over 55 possible story combination, the game includes 10 playable characters, each with their own special abilities ranging from chain lightning to psychic blades.

Additionally, the Wii release will feature an exclusive Dramatic Change Mode, in which players can switch between two characters in the middle of a fight.

CASTLE OF SHIKIGAMI III ON THE ?Wiiâ„¢ IN THE SPRING OF 2008

Bullet hell comes to the Wii!

Torrance, CA (December 14, 2007) – Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, is set to release Castle of Shikigami III, a vertical scrolling shoot’em-up on the Wii in the spring of 2008.

“Caste of Shikigami is known in Japan for its lively characters and challenging difficulty. There’s just something to be said when a game paints the screen with enemy gunfire and rewards you for living life on the edge,” said Michael Manzanares, Project Lead, Aksys Games. “I’ve always been a fan of the Shikigami series, and I’m glad we had the opportunity to bring this latest installment to the States.”

Castle of Shikigami III Features:

• Tension Bonus System!?Your proximity to enemy units and gunfire determines your score and firepower!

• 10 memorable characters!?Each character has their own specialized weapons and powers, anything from chain lightning to psychic blades!

• 55 possible story combinations!?Experience a wide variety of scenarios with fully voiced dialogue!

• 2 Player Co-op Mode!?Dodge a never-ending barrage of bullets alone or with a friend!

• Exclusive console-only Dramatic Change Mode!?Switch between two characters in the middle of the fight to improve your chances for survival!

Castle of Shikigami III has not yet been rated by the ESRB. More information about Aksys Games and Castle of Shikigami III can be found at www.aksysgames.com.

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