CAVE’s DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite Brings 10-Player Bullet-Hell ‘Royale’ to Steam on Aug 26

The updated release features real-time PvP with item interference, an all-new character, and a new soundtrack by Ryu☆

CAVE Interactive CO., LTD. (Headquarters: Meguro Ward, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yuki Takahashi; Securities Code: 3760) is proud to announce that the newest addition to our bullet-hell shooter series, DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite, will be released worldwide on Steam on August 27, 2026.

Release Date: August 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (JST)/August 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (PDT)

Platform: Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/4517190/_/)

DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite has made history in the shooter world with the addition of the bullet-hell multiplayer battle mode “Royale,” which can support up to 10 players worldwide. Moreover, in the classic “Bullet-Hell Shooter Mode,” players can now use items to interfere with others and watch their rankings change in real time.

Please note that these new features are not included in the demo version of this game currently available on Steam.

DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite will be released as a completely upgraded, full version of the game.

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［DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite］

The bullet-hell shooter DoDonPachi returns new and improved, with all the excitement of the classic preserved.

“NOT DEAD YET. THE BATTLE CONTINUES. “

In addition to the new “Royale” bullet-hell battle mode and other features, players can look forward to new stages, a new character, and new music in this new-and-improved DoDonPachi.

［Play with up to 10 people in the new “Royale” bullet-hell multiplayer battle mode! The road has been paved for a new age of bullet-hell shooters］

For the first time in shooting-game history, a maximum of 10 people can play together.

All players compete in real time in the “Royale” battle for survival! Utilize items and aim for the top as you experience a new-and-improved bullet-hell shooter alongside multiple players.

Make use of various items and be the last one standing.

［New Character and Voice Actors］

A new “Element Doll” character joins the fray, and familiar “Element Daughter” characters make their return. Each of the voice actors brings their character to life, adding even more excitement to this bullet-hell shooter.

Character design is once again handled by Takeshi Ogata, returning from DoDonPachi Resurrection.

［New Music］

DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite

Music for the game is provided by Ryu☆, the renowned composer from the BEMANI series. Known as a shoot-’em-up fan in his own right, Ryu☆ has created an all-new main theme along with remixed level soundtracks. This superb new sound is sure to draw players even deeper into the world of DoDonPachi’s bullet-hell shooter.

New Main Theme (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82nv0yr7tiI

Ryu☆ Official X Announcement (Japanese): https://x.com/RyutaroNakahara

［Release Information］

Title: DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite

Platform: Steam

Steam Store: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4517190/_/

Genre: Bullet-hell shooter

Release Date: August 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (JST), August 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (PDT)

Price: ¥3,150 JPY / $24.99 USD

Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), French, German, Spanish

“DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite” Official Website (Japanese)

https://www.cave.co.jp/gameonline/shinyaku

“DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite” Official X (Japanese)

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About the DoDonPachi Series

Since the first entry’s debut in 1997, CAVE Interactive has been developing DoDonPachi games for more than a quarter of a century. Today, the highly challenging, vertical scroller shoot-’em-up series boasts 24 titles across arcade machines, home video game consoles, and mobile platforms.

DoDonPachi has captivated fans across the globe with its bullet-hell barrages that fill the screen. By defeating enemies while skillfully dodging wave upon wave of bullets, players can experience the exhilarating sense of achievement that helped establish the bullet-hell shooter as its own genre. CAVE Interactive’s unique approach to shoot-’em-up game design has cultivated a devoted fan base around the world and continues to evolve to this day.

About CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.

Our company was founded on the concept that our creations make the future a more fun place to be. With this vision in mind, we strive to develop computer games, mobile games, and other online entertainment that offer a more enriching and enjoyable lifestyle to people all over the world. (https://www.cave.co.jp/)

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