CAVE’s horizontal shooter, Deathsmiles, coming to Steam in 2016

If you're a fan of shmups, specifically those that fall under the bullet hell category, you're most likely familiar with CAVE, the developer behind many fantastic, and tough-as-nails shoot 'em ups.

Deathsmiles originally released here in 2010 on the Xbox 360, and will now be releasing on Steam early 2016. The game shifts from the more standard vertical shmup gameplay to a horizontal one. Players assume the role of one of five playable angels, though I've always regarded them as witches, or magical girls, as they battle various horror-themed enemies.

The game will support co-operative gameplay with another player as well though only locally. No price was given, though if Mushihimesama's price is anything to go by, it will most likely be priced around $20.

• Horizontally scrolling bullet-hell madness across six different game modes.
• Spooky good fun! Battle ghosts, demons, man-eating plants, and even giant cattle in this gothic horror-themed adventure.
• Five playable angels to choose from, each with her own faithful familiar.
• Supports two-player local cooperative play. Banish the forces of Hell together!
• Reap what you sow with the challenging and powerful Counter system.
• Freely choose your path and difficulty with nonlinear progression between a variety of macabre stages.