DonPachi Deep cut Co-op
PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up / Action
DoDonPachi
Deep cut Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 (originally 1997) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | CAVE Co., Ltd |
| Publisher | SPS |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | DonPachi |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
DoDonPachi is a shoot 'em up released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by CAVE Co., Ltd and published by SPS. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1997. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.
It is part of the DonPachi series; on the PS1 you can also try DonPachi. The series also appears on other systems with DoDonPachi (Saturn) and DonPachi (Saturn).
DoDonPachi supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing DoDonPachi is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
DoDonPachi walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
DoDonPachi FAQ
When did DoDonPachi come out on the PS1?
DoDonPachi was released for the PlayStation in 1998; the original game dates back to 1997.
Who made DoDonPachi?
It was developed by CAVE Co., Ltd and published by SPS.
Is DoDonPachi multiplayer?
Yes. DoDonPachi supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does DoDonPachi take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, DoDonPachi typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about DoDonPachi on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.