Originating in 1986 under the Japanese moniker Kiki Kaikai, the Pocky & Rocky series has had a number of entries. Now, as we close out 2023, why not enjoy Pocky & Rocky Reshrined on Xbox? This is a 16-bit multi-directional shooter that is as colourful as it is chaotic…
Meet Pocky & Rocky
Now available on Xbox consoles, following PlayStation, Switch and PC releases over the last couple of years, Pocky & Rocky Reshrined stars the titular characters Pocky (a shrine maiden) and Rocky (a racoon).
They have embarked on many adventures over the years, and in Reshrined they team up to take down the nefarious Black Mantle.
Across eight unique stages, you will rain bullet-hell towards a plethora of enemies, and attempt to defeat some pretty challenging bosses either solo or in local two-player co-op.
Key Features
- Continue the story with the newest installment of the series!
- Play alone in Story Mode or with a friend in Free Mode!
- Extra Easy Mode for Beginners!
- Play as Pocky, Rocky, or one of three new characters!
- Try to top the online leaderboards!
Play Now!
Pocky & Rocky Reshrined is the long-awaited sequel to the SNES’s Pocky & Rocky, and can now be played on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Switch and PC.
Check it out for £19.99, via the Xbox Store. Oh, and of course keep an eye out for our full review of Pocky & Rocky Reshrined on Xbox. It is coming soon.
Game Description
Pocky the shrine maiden and Rocky the raccoon are back together in the latest game in the long-running classic shooter series! As the evil Black Mantle attacks, Pocky and Rocky need to team up once again, this time with some new friends to take on the upcoming challenges! With 8 stages of high-paced shooting action, you’ll have your hands full with creepy enemies, big bosses, and lots of twists and turns!
Pocky & Rocky Reshrined is a multi-directional scrolling shooter in the classic 16-bit style with improved graphics, sound, and fun! Gameplay takes place from a top-down perspective and features both single-player and cooperative modes. The adventures of Pocky and Rocky begin again!
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