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Majuu Ou © 1995 KSS.
Majuu Ou is a dark, side-scrolling action-platformer that has reached legendary cult status among collectors. The story follows a man named Abel who descends into a grotesque, demon-infested realm wielding a handgun to rescue his daughter, Iria. The game is celebrated for its grim, macabre atmosphere, fluid combat, and a unique mechanic that allows the protagonist to transform into powerful demons.
GAME ID: SHVC-AOHJ-JPN
Castlevania with a Gun: The gameplay loop heavily mirrors the classic Castlevania series in its pacing, branching paths, and gothic level design, but swaps the traditional whip for a firearm, giving it a distinct run-and-gun flair.
Demon Transformations: Upon defeating bosses, players can collect different colored crystals. Collecting these allows Abel to transform into various demonic forms (such as a Harpy, Gargoyle, or Dragon) that drastically alter his move set, mobility, and offensive capabilities.
Collector 'Holy Grail': Due to its late release in the Super Famicom's life cycle, limited print run, and complete lack of a Western release at the time, Majuu Ou is one of the most expensive and highly sought-after games for the system today.