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Tempest of the Heavens and Earth

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2018

Should you play it?

"Rogue Celestial, seek out your own path to the heavens." An Ecstatic-class Stylish 2D Action Game controlling Tenshi Hinanawi, as she runs all around the realms of Gensokyo! You are the path of righteousness itself! (A derivative game inspired by the Touhou Project universe.)

What works

  • Engaging and skillful combat system
  • Varied and challenging boss fights
  • Unique weather manipulation mechanic
  • High-quality pixel art and animations
  • Energetic and fitting soundtrack

Things to keep in mind

  • Frustrating and poorly designed levels
  • Lack of proper save/checkpoint system
  • Short game length
  • Opaque mechanics and controls for some players
  • Repetitive boss fight phases causing tedium

What to play next

Top picks

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  • Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy

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  • Touhou: New World

  • Blazing Aries

  • 3000th Duel

  • Shattered Divinities

  • DOOMBLADE

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Tempest of the Heavens and Earth: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Fellowship, Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Leadership, Status.

Last update: 26/07/2026