Grasshopper Manufacture Retro Games Collection
2 total gamesGrasshopper Manufacture has carved a niche for itself with its distinctive, auteur-driven action titles, notably bringing vibrant, eccentric worlds to life in games like Killer7, No More Heroes, and Shadows of the Damned.
About Grasshopper Manufacture Games
Grasshopper Manufacture is a Japanese game development studio founded in 1995 by Goichi Suda, widely known as Suda51. From its inception, the studio has been recognized for its singular creative vision, often characterized by bold artistic direction, mature themes, and unconventional gameplay mechanics that aim to stand apart from mainstream trends. Suda51's distinct personal stamp is evident in nearly every project, with a consistent effort to deliver experiences that provoke thought and leave a lasting impression.
The studio's work includes titles that have garnered cult followings. For instance, Killer7 (2005) presented players with a highly stylized, cel-shaded world and a unique on-rails shooter perspective, telling a complex, fragmented story through the eyes of assassin Garcian Smith. Later, No More Heroes (2007) for the Wii brought players into the role of Travis Touchdown, a freelance assassin in Santa Destroy, utilizing motion controls for his beam katana and engaging in stylish, over-the-top combat against a roster of bizarre ranking assassins. The sequel, No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, continued this tradition. The studio also collaborated on titles like Shadows of the Damned (2011), a dark action-adventure game that blended gunplay with puzzle elements, featuring a protagonist wielding a gun that could also manifest as a flaming demon. These games from Grasshopper Manufacture often push boundaries in terms of narrative and presentation.
The studio's portfolio demonstrates a consistent commitment to exploring diverse genres and narrative styles, often challenging player expectations. Their development process frequently involves a hands-on approach from key creative leads, ensuring each title carries a strong authorial presence.
All Grasshopper Manufacture Retro Games
2 games available

Shining Soul
In Shining Soul, you take on the role of a hero, battling hordes of monsters with weapon combos and magic, collecting loot, and customizing your character's growth to overcome increasingly dangerous dungeons.

Shining Soul II
In Shining Soul II, you guide a party of adventurers through dungeons, engaging in real-time combat using a variety of weapons and spells, while managing your characters' growth and equipping new gear to overcome challenges.