Signs of Birth: Heian Era Roguelike Shooter

5/21/2026, 4:20:41 PM

Tags: #roguelike #shooter #action #indie #top-down-shooter #japanese-setting

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Japan Price: ¥ 350
Global Price: $2.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 5/21/2026, 4:20:41 PM

Key highlight

Signs of Birth is a single-player roguelike top-down shooter set in Heian-era Japan, featuring simple controls and a challenging no-save-point experience. Players eliminate strange creatures to restore peace, utilizing v

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Overview

Signs of Birth is a roguelike top-down shooter set in the Heian era of Japan, approximately 1000 BC. Players take on the role of Abeno Sansei, a descendant of the famed diviner Abeno Seimei, tasked with eliminating strange creatures that threaten societal peace. The game features simple WASD and mouse controls, offering an intense, no-save-point experience.

Highlights

Genre: A roguelike top-down shooter with action elements.
Setting: Players are transported to the Heian era of Japan, a time of belief in the supernatural.
Gameplay Features: Features include item drops for leveling up (Experience), drawing cards (Sign), restoring health (Health pack), rerolling abilities (Soul), and managing magic points (Magic Point).

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy challenging roguelike experiences, top-down shooting mechanics, and a unique historical Japanese setting. Fans of games with simple controls but deep progression systems will find Signs of Birth engaging.