Touhou Puppet Dance Performance is a monster-capture RPG built around the Touhou Project universe, developed by the doujin circle FocasLens and first released at Comiket 87 on December 29, 2014. This English-patched build makes the full game playable for Western audiences, and it runs as a portable Windows title you can launch without a lengthy setup. If you enjoy collecting, training, and battling creatures while exploring a world packed with Touhou characters, this one belongs on your radar.

Technical Specifications

What Is Touhou Puppet Dance Performance?

Set in the familiar Touhou setting, this game casts you as a puppet trainer who captures and battles puppets modeled after the series' iconic characters. It follows the classic monster-capture loop: explore, encounter puppets, add them to your team, and level them up through turn-based combat. The English patch removes the language barrier, so you can follow the story, read item descriptions, and understand battle prompts without guesswork.

The game was released at Comiket 87 in late December 2014 and has since become a favorite among doujin RPG fans. FocasLens built it as a portable Windows title, which means you can drop the folder anywhere on your drive and launch it directly. For more background on the game's mechanics and wiki resources, the community maintains a dedicated Touhou Puppet Dance Performance wiki.

Key Features

• Monster-capture gameplay: Encounter, capture, and train a large roster of puppets inspired by Touhou characters.
• Turn-based battles: Build a balanced team and use type matchups and move sets to win fights.
• English patched: The full game text is available in English, making the story and menus accessible.
• Portable build: No installer required — extract the files and run the executable.
• Doujin production values: Original sprite work, music, and a story written for Touhou fans.
• Lightweight footprint: The game runs on modest hardware, so older laptops can handle it.

Pros & Cons

• Pros:
  • Faithful Touhou atmosphere with recognizable characters reimagined as collectible puppets.
  • English patch makes the game approachable for non-Japanese speakers.
  • Portable format means no registry changes or complex installation.
  • Low system requirements compared to modern RPGs.
• Cons:
  • As a doujin title, production scope is smaller than commercial monster-capture games.
  • The English patch is community-made, so some minor text quirks may appear.
  • No official online multiplayer or cloud saves.
  • You need to extract RAR archives before playing, which adds a step for newcomers.

Gameplay Overview

You start by choosing a starter puppet and gradually build a team as you explore different areas. Battles are turn-based, and success depends on understanding each puppet's strengths, weaknesses, and available moves. The game rewards experimentation: swapping team members, testing new combinations, and revisiting earlier areas with stronger puppets are all part of the loop.

The English patch covers menus, dialogue, and battle text, so you can follow the narrative without referencing external translations. If you have played other Touhou fan games, the tone and humor will feel familiar. If you are new to the series, the game still works as a standalone RPG — you do not need prior knowledge to enjoy it, though longtime fans will catch more references.

For readers who enjoy Touhou spinoffs on other platforms, you may also like Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend Switch NSP [Update] (eShop), which offers a different take on the same universe.

System Requirements

The following minimum specifications come from the original release information:

• OS: Windows 7/8/10
• Processor: Core 2 Duo CPU – 2.6 GHz
• Memory: 2 GB RAM
• Graphics: 512 MB of VRAM
• Storage: 290 MB available space

Note that the download package is listed at 2 GB, which includes the compressed archive and any bundled files. Make sure you have enough free disk space before extracting.

How to Play

• Download the game archive using the button on this page.
• Extract the files using a tool like WinRAR or 7-Zip. If you need guidance, follow the extraction guide linked in the original source.
• Launch the game with gn_enbu.exe.
• Enjoy the game.

Trust Signals and Installation Guidance

The build offered here is the English-patched version released by the doujin circle FocasLens. The file size is 2 GB, and the package is provided as-is. Because this is a fan-patched release, version numbers can vary between distributions; the version listed above is an estimate based on the original Comiket 87 release date. Always verify that your download completes fully before extracting, and use an up-to-date archive tool to avoid CRC errors.

There is no password on the game files provided here. If you encounter a password prompt, your archive tool may be outdated — update WinRAR or 7-Zip and try again. If a link is broken or a file is missing, use the reupload request option on the site rather than assuming the download is corrupt.

This page does not claim malware scanning or a "100% clean" status; those checks are outside the scope of this listing. Treat any downloaded executable with the same caution you would apply to other fan-made software.

Download Links

File size: 2 GB

Mirrors: The original source listed OpenLoad, DownAce, TusFiles, 1Fichier, and FilesUpload. Availability of third-party mirrors can change, so use the primary download button below if a mirror is offline.

Notes

• You need to download all parts if the archive is split. Partial downloads will not extract correctly.
• For multi-part RAR extraction, check the FAQ section on the site before asking in comments.
• Update your archive software — old versions sometimes request passwords that are not actually set.
• There is no password on any game files uploaded here; all games are password-free.
• If a RAR file reports damage or a CRC error, re-download that part before trying again.
• If you find broken, missing, or dead links, submit a reupload request.

Related Games

If you enjoy this style of Touhou fan game, you might also want to look at Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic – the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil Switch NSP [Update] (eShop) for a different genre take on the same characters. And if you prefer arcade action, Missile Dancer Switch NSP [UPDATE] (eShop) offers a fast-paced shooter experience.

If you like this game, support the developers by purchasing an official copy where available.

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