# .Decluster Zero — Bullet Nocturne

> Retro bullet-hell shooter with bullet-canceling mechanics and homing lasers. (iPhone/iPad app by MASAYUKI ITO.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decluster-zero/id1013536952 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MASAYUKI ITO](https://appshunter.io/developer/820672202)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2015-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decluster-zero/id1013536952/reviews.md

## What is .Decluster Zero?

'.Decluster Zero (dot decluster zero)' is a Japanese style bullet-hell shooter with abstract and pixelated neo-retro graphics. The game offers modern-classic bullet-hell gameplay and traditional Japanese beautiful bullet patterns. You'll get new bullet-hell experiences which are brought by Bullet-Canceling system.

In the game, you'll encounter tons of bullets which are insane. It is impossible to keep dodging, but you can erase the bullets easily.

A main mechanic is 'homing laser' with CANCELING enemy bullets around your ship. It requires gauge, but easy to fill.

You should use the homing laser aggressively and it is the best way to defeat enemies. Moreover, there is a mechanic which slows down bullets around your ship in order to dodge them easily.


Are you interested in this game? You can watch user's replay videos on Everyplay:
https://everyplay.com/-decluster/videos

You can also watch them in this app. Tap 'EVERYPLAY' button on the title screen. (The lite version also.)

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.Decluster Zero is a remix version of bullet-hell shooter '.Decluster: Into The Bullet Hell'. With many remixes and new features: remixed soundtracks, modified mechanics, redesigned levels, and more.


#1 SOUND
- Remixed all soundtracks + new soundtrack

#2 MECHANICS
- Expanded homing laser system
- Touch and hold a second finger...
- Bullets around the player are slowed down (Capture Mode)
- New scoring system
(Homing laser basics are the same as before: requires meter and cancels bullets.)

#3 LEVEL DESIGN
- Redesign for new mechanics plus new scenes
- Modify/add bullet patterns and enemies

#4 PLAYER SHIP
- Full-power from beginning
- Change basic weapon anytime
- Three level stock homing laser gauge
- Charge the meter by itself (Charge Mode)

#5 GRAPHICS
- Improve visibility
- Improve graphics quality

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FEATURES:
- Japanese style bullet-hell shooter
- Terrific bullet hell experience
- 5 various levels + 1
- Beautiful bullet patterns
- Boss battles which take your breath away
- 4 levels of difficulty that actually make a difference
- Soundtracks to make you high
- Optimized controls for mobile
- Restart from any level you reached
- Adjustable gameplay area 
- Various settings
- Replay video through Everyplay
- Game Center support - Leaderboard/Achievement
- Leaderboard for each difficulty/level
- Universal app for iPhone/iPad/Apple TV
- MFi controller support


Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZI665o_pMs

SoundCloud:
https://soundcloud.com/dot_decluster

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/dot_decluster

## Key features

- Japanese style bullet-hell shooter
- Bullet-Canceling system
- Homing laser mechanic
- 5+ levels with boss battles
- 4 difficulty levels
- Optimized mobile controls
- Replay video integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decluster-zero/id1013536952/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best game ever

*2023-02-23*

I'm so glad stage 4 won't put me into clinical depression anymore :)

Wait this game had a replay feature
Why is it gone
I'm crying ):

### 5/5 — 中々良かった

*2020-05-07, version 1.3.0*

難易度もほどよくシューティングゲームとしては完成度が高い
またnormalのEDの入りがとても良かったです
何より広告がないのがストレスフリーだった

### 5/5 — Great Danmaku Game!!!

*2019-10-28, version 1.3.0*

A Very Nice Game Is Best Ever!!!! Worst Thing Baht Are That I spent it! This is Great Game!!!!

### 5/5 — 買う価値あり

*2018-09-30, version 1.3.0*

前作の「ドットデクラスター」をやった人は最初から興奮しっぱなしだと思う。演出もプレイヤーの心をグッと来させるものがある。難易度はnormalでも少しキツめですが、何回も挑戦するうちに慣れてきて、楽しくなります。

「ドットデクラスター」「ドットデクラスターZero」がセットになったバンドルがあるので、個別に買うよりもバンドルの方がお得です。

### 5/5 — プレイさせていただきました

*2017-09-27, version 1.2.0*

今までプレイしたSTGの中で最高の出来でした
爽快感のあるBGM、幾何学模様を基調としたグラフィック、弾幕を消すというボムのシステム、全てにおいて完成度が高く、神韻縹渺の出来と言っても過言ではないでしょう！
次回作にも期待しています！

### 5/5 — 弾幕STG好きならプレイ必須

*2016-09-21, version 1.2.0*

素晴らしい弾幕STGです
道中・ボス戦共に気持ち良く弾除け可能です
スコア稼ぎもわかりやすく初心者でも稼ぎの楽しさを味わえます
弾消しで得点アイテムじゃらじゃらの快感は是非に味わってほしい要素です
かといって底が浅い訳ではなく、やり込めばやり込むほどスコアが伸びる楽しさも味わえます
弾幕STG好きなら買うべきSTGです

### 5/5 — 面白いが

*2016-07-18, version 1.2.0*

移動はもう少し早く指の動きに追従するようにしていただけると遊びやすいです(CAVEのシューティングくらい)
上記ゆえに一度クリアした後は億劫になりあまりプレイしておりません・・・。
ゲーム性、演出、音楽良し、操作性バツ、グラフィックは好みではない。

### 5/5 — 爽快感

*2016-03-07, version 1.2.0*

敵の弾幕を全て自機の攻撃に変えるのは非常に気持ち良いです♪
サウンドもGOOD!

### 3/5 — Glitch

*2016-01-09*

I can't move my block character thing

### 5/5 — Best bullet hell for iOS

*2015-11-01*

Great bullet patterns and difficulty levels, as well as very cool gameplay functions

## Frequently asked questions about .Decluster Zero

### What is the core gameplay of .Decluster Zero?

.Decluster Zero is a Japanese-style bullet-hell shooter. Players dodge intense bullet patterns while using a 'homing laser' mechanic to cancel enemy bullets and defeat foes. The game offers a unique blend of classic and modern bullet-hell experiences.

### Does .Decluster Zero have ads?

No, .Decluster Zero does not contain advertisements. It is a premium paid application, offering an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### What platforms is .Decluster Zero available on?

.Decluster Zero is a universal app, compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple TV. It also supports MFi controllers for enhanced gameplay.

### How does the 'Bullet-Canceling' system work in .Decluster Zero?

The 'Bullet-Canceling' system is a core mechanic where the player's 'homing laser' can erase enemy bullets around their ship. This requires a gauge that fills up, allowing for aggressive use to clear paths and defeat enemies.

### Can I restart levels in .Decluster Zero?

Yes, .Decluster Zero allows players to restart from any level they have reached. This feature provides flexibility for practicing challenging sections or replaying favorite stages.

### What is the age rating for .Decluster Zero?

.Decluster Zero has an age rating of 9+. This indicates it is suitable for players aged 9 and above, generally due to its action-oriented gameplay.

### How often is .Decluster Zero updated?

.Decluster Zero was last updated on December 10, 2025, with version 1.3.2. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### Does .Decluster Zero support controllers?

Yes, .Decluster Zero offers MFi controller support for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. This allows for a more traditional arcade-like control experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2025-12-10

- Adjusted the position of the score display so that it doesn't overlap with the dynamic island on iPhone.
- Bug fixes

### 1.3.1 — 2022-04-17

- Supported iOS 15.4
- Removed Everyplay

### 1.3.0 — 2018-04-23

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Add shot type
- Improve movement speed during touch operation
- Improve camera vibration
- Tweak sound effect and graphics element
- Abolish screen rotation support
- Support iPhone X
- Fix a texture color problem in iOS 9 and later

### 1.2.0 — 2015-10-23

iOS 9 support.

### 1.1.0 — 2015-09-03

# MFi Controller support
- SETTINGS > CONTROLS > BUTTON ASSIGN
# Improve usability of touch screen control
# Add restart button in the paused menu
# Revise text
# Some tweaks

Please support this game and the developer in order to continue developing games. I'm really glad you give stars on the App Store, share your results or replay videos.

How do you feel the level of difficulty of the gameplay? Did you beat the Novice/Normal? Let me know.

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