Koi Koi Shimasho - Super Real Hanafuda

Visco’s Koi Koi Shimasho – Super Real Hanafuda is a two-player tabletop arcade game released in 1995 that brings the traditional Japanese card game Hanafuda to life. Players compete against animated schoolgirl opponents, aiming to collect matching cards and score points according to specific combinations. The gameplay revolves around strategic card selection and quick reflexes as players try to outmaneuver their opponent and build powerful sets. The game incorporates charming in-game dialogue sequences that add personality to the experience, reflecting a playful presentation style. Successfully completing rounds is punctuated by still image displays, which offer a distinct visual contrast to the animated elements elsewhere. Koi Koi Shimasho was followed by a sequel, Koi Koi Shimasho 2, and later ported to the Sega Saturn console as part of a two-game collection.