Karous for PS5, PS4, and Switch launches November 27 in Japan

On November 27, developers have confirmed that they will make the classic arcade vertical-scrolling shoot ’em up game “Karous,” initially released in 2006, available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch in Japan. A PC (Steam) version is also planned but does not yet have a release date.

The game will be available in the following editions:

  • Physical Editions (PS5, Switch)
    • Standard – 5,280 yen
      • A copy of the game
    • defected edition – 12,980 yen
      • A copy of the game
      • Arranged soundtrack
      • 64-page full-color art book
      • Special box
  • Digital Edition (PS5, PS4, Switch)
    • Standard Edition – 4,180 yen
      • A copy of the game

The Karous ports initially became known through a crowdfunding campaign, which also introduced the upcoming sequel titled “Karous 2: The Spreading Blood.

Watch anew trailer below.

Official Trailer #1

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2025-07-24 14:16