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Lead Reimu or Marisa through Gensokyo’s incidents in a grid-based tactics RPG where danmaku shapes each battle.
Released 20 Oct 2025
Choose Reimu Or Marisa
Counter Danmaku Auras
Outmaneuver Spellcard Patterns
Command a legion of more than 70 beloved Touhou Project heroines on an expansive quest to uncover the cause of mysterious incidents blossoming throughout Gensokyo. Deploy units on grid-based maps to battle monsters with flashy Spell Cards, and conquer each stage with strategic mastery.
Developed by さんぼん堂 · Published by Phoenixx Inc.
Choose shrine maiden Reimu Hakurei or magician Marisa Kirisame and investigate incidents disrupting Gensokyo. The story reworks and connects events from across the Touhou Project, introducing characters as the journey unfolds.
Deploy units on grid-based maps and use their weapons, skills, and abilities to defeat enemies. Danmaku auras hinder units in affected areas, while Focus trades movement for protection; bosses’ Spell Cards add area effects that can change how you approach a fight.
Between missions, develop your roster of more than 70 playable characters by upgrading stats, learning skills, and equipping gear. Choose from multiple difficulty levels, and consult an in-game character and terminology encyclopedia or music room.
In the supplied reviews, players often praise the tactical battles, especially how danmaku and boss Spell Cards shape positioning and strategy. They also highlight the large cast and character-building options, the story’s connected retelling of Touhou incidents, and the characters’ interactions. The music and animated attacks are recurring favorites, and some reviewers say the gradual introductions make the game approachable without prior Touhou or strategy-RPG experience.
Fantasy Maiden Wars is a classic tactical RPG with a diverse cast of iconic Touhou Project heroines. Explore the expansive world of Gensokyo, a fantastical realm where humans, yokai, and gods exist side-by-side. Seek out the source of supernational incidents disturbing the peace across the land.
Deploy your units across grid-based maps, take down enemies with strategic positioning and turn-based tactics, and clear stages to progress the story.
Multiple difficulty levels and a full-featured tutorial system make this a perfect entry point for players new to the genre—while offering plenty of depth for veterans.
Engage in beautifully animated battles whenever characters clash. From sword slashes and gunfire to devastating Spell Card finishers, every attack is brought to life with flair.
Watch your favorite characters unleash flashy moves in the rich, vibrant world of Gensokyo.
Customize your squad between missions in the Intermission screen—equip gear, assign skills, and build the dream team your way.
Each character has unique traits and signature abilities, opening the door to countless team compositions and strategies. Go all-in on your favorites or hunt down the most broken combos—how you play is up to you.
Choose between shrine maiden Reimu Hakurei or magician Marisa Kirisame as your protagonist—your choice will impact parts of the story.
The game weaves together reinterpretations of storylines from across the Touhou Project series, uniting them into a single, epic narrative arc for both newcomers and longtime fans.
Beyond the gameplay, enjoy a rich selection of bonus content:
A detailed character and terminology encyclopedia that introduces the world of Touhou
A massive music room with over 200 tracks from the game
Perfect for both Touhou veterans and those just beginning their journey into Gensokyo.
| Platforms | Windows |
|---|---|
| Achievements | 44 |
| Age ratings |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
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