Homura Hime Reviews
For an indie game, the boss fights are really, really good. It's fun having the boss go "movie mode" on the player when they catch them in an attack, and the parrying feels really enjoyable. The fighting to get there, though, is average at best, and the platforming borders on horrendous for how often buttons don't prompt on a teleport-jump, or the dash falls slightly short, leading to unnecessary frustration. At the current price point, Homura Hime is a bit tough to recommend, but will be worth it on a sale.
Homura Hime is an extremely entertaining indie action RPG, thanks to a formula that blends high-speed character action combat with intense 3D bullet hell mechanics. Inspired by titles such as NieR: Automata and Bayonetta, the game focuses on spectacular combos, accessible but technical parries, and closed arena battles that reward aggression and precision. The protagonist, an exorcist known as the Princess of Flame, faces archdemons born of distorted emotions in a narrative that intertwines Japanese folklore and psychological introspection. Artistically, the anime aesthetic is meticulously detailed and enriched by high-quality Japanese voice acting. Originally a student project, the title demonstrates ambition and a clear stylistic identity.
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Though the pacing can feel like it is padding for time, and its smaller fights can be a little repetitive, Homura Hime really picks up in its exciting boss fights, serving as a parry-heavy hack-and-slash game with cinematic moments and bullet-hell elements that challenge your mastery of the mechanics. Though a bit short, Homura Hime is well worth its asking price and should especially appeal to fans of its anime aesthetic and score-chasing design.