The Best Worst Witch
ININ Games hasannounced a western release datefor all-new shmup sequelCotton Fantasy, which was previously released in Japan in 2021, (with the far superior title ofCotton Rock ‘n’ Roll). The cartoonish arcade adventure will launch on PS4 and Nintendo Switch on May 20.
Cotton Fantasyis a brand new entry in the cult, long-runningCottonfranchise, and sees the titular witch reunited with her sexy space pal Silk as the duo embarks on another button-punching mission into the stars. Someone is stealing all of the magical candy, Willow, from Fairyland. With the thought of her supply of sweet treats being exhausted simply too much for Cotton to bear, our heroes jet off to reveal the villain behind this mystery.
With 16 delightfully animated stages, six playable characters, multiple modes, and even a bevy of secret unlocks,Cotton Fantasyhopes to be a mighty comeback for the cute-’em-up franchise. The sequel features an overhaul scoring system, new gameplay mechanics, fully HD visuals, and remixed soundtrack featuring some of the classic tunes pulled from the entireCottonfranchise.
Cotton Fantasyis a sort of “grand finale” of theCottoncomeback. The new title follows on from the release of remakeCotton Reboot,the rereleasedCotton Guardian Force Saturn Tribute, and an array of physical reprints. The franchise is unlikely to set the world on fire in this day and age, but for shmup fans and cute-’em-up fans, there will always be a place in video gaming for the dopey sorceress and her friends.
Cotton Fantasylaunches May 20 on PS4 and Nintendo Switch.
