CAVE Returns to Arcades with DoDonPachi True Death EXA Label

CAVE Interactive returns to arcades with DoDonPachi True Death EXA Label, bringing the critically acclaimed final installment of the legendary DoDonPachi series to the exA-Arcadia platform. Released in November 2020, this definitive version optimizes the intense bullet hell experience with modern enhancements while preserving the hardcore gameplay that made the series a shmup icon.

Four Modes, Infinite Mastery

DoDonPachi True Death EXA Label offers unprecedented variety with four distinct game modes tailored to different skill levels and playstyles. Original Mode delivers an improved port of the arcade classic with toggleable bug fixes and gameplay enhancements supervised by professional player Peke. EXA LABEL Mode introduces a modern interpretation emphasizing bullet canceling and hyper management for strategic depth.

X Arrange Mode presents the rebalanced Xbox 360 arranged mode with reduced dialogue, while Inbachi Mode throws players directly into an epic boss battle with full resources—perfect for practicing the game's legendary final encounter without the grueling journey to reach it.

Technical Excellence Meets Bullet Hell Mastery

The exA-Arcadia version boasts 1-frame input response—twice as fast as the original arcade release and five times faster than home console versions. This lightning-quick responsiveness is crucial for a genre where split-second decisions mean the difference between survival and death among thousands of bullets.

The game supports both vertical and horizontal screen orientations, rendered in stunning 4K resolution with repositionable HUD gadgets. This flexibility ensures optimal presentation whether played on traditional vertical "tate" monitors or modern widescreen displays.

Remastered Audio and Full Localization

Both the original soundtrack by legendary composer Manabu Namiki and the arranged version by Yoshimi Kudo have been remastered in HD stereo, delivering crystal-clear audio that enhances the intensity of every encounter. The game features full localization in English, Japanese, French, and Spanish, complete with voice acting by renowned anime voice actors.

Four Ships, Infinite Possibilities

Players can choose from four distinct ship types, each with unique shot patterns and bomb types. The exA-Arcadia version adds Type D piloted by Saya, expanding tactical options for veteran players seeking fresh challenges in this brutally difficult shooter.

Game Information

For more information, visit the official exA-Arcadia page.