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Mamorukun ReCurse!

まもるクンは呪われてしまった!, AKA: まものろKAI! ~まもるクンは呪われてしまった!~, 被詛咒的小護! ReCurse, Mamonoro KAI! Mamoru-kun wa Norowarete Shimatta!
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Mamorukun ReCurse!

Steam $24.99 Nintendo eShop $24.99 PlayStation Store $24.99

Descend into The Netherworld in this explosive cute ‘em up, where Curse Bullets let you adjust the challenge as you go! Embark on an adventure filled with breathtaking environments, bizarre creatures and bullets, to save the Netherworld and seal the gate to the World of Darkness.

Year
2025
Developer
City Connection
Publisher
Clear River Games

SCREENSHOTS

PHYSICAL

1CC RUNS

One-credit clears we point to as the benchmark for this game.

TRAILERS

STORES

Store
Price
Discount
Lowest ever
$24.99
Lowest: $14.99

Prices are cached from each storefront and may be out of date. Last checked 24 Sept 2026.

PRICE HISTORY

Every price change we know of, per shop. Flat means the price held; PC shops reach back through IsThereAnyDeal's archive, console shops start when this site started watching.

$0$10$202026Nintendo eShop $24.99PlayStation Store $24.99Steam $24.99

Nintendo eShop low: $9.99 (28 Aug 2026) , PlayStation Store low: $9.99 (27 Aug 2026) , Steam low: $14.99 (11 Sep 2026)

REVIEWS

Published elsewhere, collected here. Every score is the outlet's own, on the outlet's own scale. Follow the link for the full review.

Nintendo Blast
9.5 / 10
Análise: Mamorukun ReCurse! nos transporta para um literal inferno de balas

“Mamorukun ReCurse! is a high-level shoot'em up and is very competent in what it proposes to do, exploring a rich curse bullet system as a strategic resource for the player. The whole package is high quality and worth getting to know, especially for fans of the genre or those who would like to know what shmups can offer.”

Ivanir Ignacchitti , 6 Oct 2025
NintendoBoy
9 / 10
Review | Mamorukun ReCurse!

“The feeling I got from playing Mamorukun ReCurse! is one of tremendous nostalgia. The uncompromising and positive way everything in the game is communicated and designed entertained me to the point of practically transporting me back to simpler times, where the biggest challenge was getting home in time to watch your favorite anime.”

André Barrozo Jr , 1 Oct 2025
PS4Blog.net
8.5 / 10
Mamorukun ReCurse! Review

“A bullet hell classic revamped for a new generation”

22 Oct 2025
GameBlast
8.5 / 10
Análise: Mamorukun ReCurse! é maldição ideal para os fãs de shooters

“If you're a fan of the bullet hell genre, Mamorukun ReCurse! is definitely a great choice for your library. This title has plenty of action and content, and the twin-sticker implementation makes everything more frenetic and dynamic. Now, if this isn't a genre you're very familiar with, don't worry, there are plenty of features to make it one of your favorites.”

Carlos França Junior , 8 Oct 2025
TheXboxHub
4 / 5
Mamorukun ReCurse! Review

“Mamorukun ReCurse! is a solid shooter with plenty of charm appeal thanks to its Japanese heritage. Although it’s not the best example of the genre, it is very appealing to have the opportunity to play this cult arcade hit.”

Darren Edwards , 13 Oct 2025
NookGaming
8 / 10
Mamorukun ReCurse! - Review

“Mamorukun ReCurse! has so much in common with G.Rev’s other title Under Defeat HD+ in that initially it had enough to interest me but didn’t quite grip me. Switching to the twin stick controls sold the game to me more, and I found myself losing hours to just trying to get further up that scoreboard, engrossed by its visuals, unique aspects, the soundtrack.  The game won’t be for everyone, it’s very much unabashed as a cute ‘em up and the timed nature of the arcade mode will put off some of the purists. But for those that can adapt or are happy enough to lean into the goofiness of the title, y”

Andrew Camac , 9 Oct 2025
Video Chums
4 / 5
Video Chums review

“With its unconventional approach, tight arcade shooting gameplay, and charming anime presentation, I absolutely love Mamorukun ReCurse!”

A.J. Maciejewski , 30 Sept 2025
ZTGD
7.5 / 10
Mamorukun ReCurse! (XSX) Review

“If you’re a shmup fan, this is an easy recommendation. If you’re curious but hesitant, prepare for pain—but maybe the good kind. And if you just want something flashy to show off your Series X, well… this ain’t it.”

Ken McKown , 2 Oct 2025
Seafoam Gaming
7 / 10
Mamorukun ReCurse! (Switch eShop)- Review

“The twinstick shooting option is still pretty clunky and not as easy to use as I’d like it to be, but from the various characters and playstyles to choose from, online leaderboards to keep you coming back, and a fun risk/reward element with the Curse bullets, Recurse is still a pretty enjoyable time.”

Connor Nichols , 27 Oct 2025
TechStomper
3.5 / 5
Mamorukun Recurse! review - Historical Package

“Mamorukun ReCurse! is a shoot 'em up that does things differently - if you love anime and all things adorable, you’ll feel right at home.”

Stuart Cullen , 16 Oct 2025
The Gamerheads Podcast
No score
Mamorukun ReCurse! Review: Not Your Average Bullet Hell | The Gamerheads Podcast

“I had a great time with Mamorukun ReCurse! It introduces ideas I haven’t seen in other arcade shooters, particularly the lack of auto-scrolling and the addition of branching pathways. The boss fights are all uniquely designed, though some are definitely more fun than others, especially when certain attacks feel impossible to dodge, leading to a few cheap deaths. Overall though, if you’re a fan of bullet hell arcade games, Mamorukun ReCurse! is an excellent addition to your collection.”

Roger Reichardt , 15 Oct 2025

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SCORES

Source
Audience
Score
Reviews
Users
94 / 100
56

RELEASES 5 systems

System
Platform
Year
Notes
PC
Windows
2025
Original release
PS4
PlayStation 4
2025
Original release
NSW
Nintendo Switch
2025
Original release
PS5
PlayStation 5
2025
Original release
XSX
Xbox Series X|S
2025
Original release

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