DoDonPachi Deep cut Co-op
PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up / Action
DonPachi
Deep cut Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1995) |
| 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 |
Developed by CAVE Co., Ltd and published by SPS, DonPachi arrived on the PlayStation in 1996 as a shoot 'em up. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1995. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.
It is part of the DonPachi series; on the PS1 you can also try DoDonPachi. The series also appears on other systems with DoDonPachi (Saturn) and DonPachi (Saturn).
DonPachi 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 DonPachi 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.
DonPachi 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.
DonPachi FAQ
When did DonPachi come out on the PS1?
DonPachi was released for the PlayStation in 1996; the original game dates back to 1995.
Who made DonPachi?
It was developed by CAVE Co., Ltd and published by SPS.
Is DonPachi multiplayer?
Yes. DonPachi supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does DonPachi take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, DonPachi 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 DonPachi 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.