Originally released in 1993 in Taiwan under the name Xiao Monv: Magic Girl, this obscure vertical shooter was later translated and re-released in 2015 by Super Fighter Team. Developed by Gamtec, the game follows a young witch battling to save her world from invading monsters. While it never saw an official release outside Taiwan until decades later, Magic Girl has since gained a small cult following due to its rarity and charm.
The gameplay is a classic bullet-hell shooter, but with an unusually slow pace for the genre. Players control Ling Ling, a magic-wielding girl who blasts through waves of enemies and bosses. The power-up system allows for some variety, but the balance feels off, with weak weapons and an overwhelming enemy count. The graphics are colorful yet basic, and the soundtrack, while catchy, can become repetitive. The game is short and suffers from performance issues, but it remains an interesting curiosity for shooter fans and collectors.
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