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"SUSHI Shot": A Puzzle Game That Upgrades Sushi Toppings by Matching Them

Competitive Play for Families in "SUSHI Shot" Sushi-Pairing Puzzle Game

TOKYO, Jan 22 (News On Japan) - "Dengeki Online Channel" presents "Dengeki Indie," a live broadcast program where the editorial staff and Dengeki writers play indie games! The Dengeki Indie team will introduce a series of recommended indie games. The 303rd episode features gameplay of "SUSHI Shot"!

Title: SUSHI Shot

Number of players: 1-4

Genre: Puzzle

Platform: Nintendo Switch

Price: 380 yen (tax included) Sale price: 280 yen (tax included)

*Until April 30th Available for purchase at My Nintendo Store

Source: Dengeki

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