《巴洛克屋》（Baroque-Ya）是由日本遊戲開發商STING推出的四部作品合集，將於2025年12月18日登陸Nintendo Switch。這套合集囊括了《巴洛克》系列的多種遊戲風格，從原始的動作角色扮演到射擊遊戲、視覺小說以及跳躍動作遊戲，讓玩家可以一次體驗這個經典系列的完整世界觀與遊戲魅力。

原作《巴洛克》於1998年5月21日首次在Sega Saturn上發售，是充滿獨特黑暗幻想風格的動作冒險遊戲。背景設置在一場名為“大熱波”的天災後，世界被徹底扭曲。殘存的人類中興起了一個名為“罰之教團”的宗教組織，教團成員自稱“天使”，並明確區分階級。玩家將操作一名失去記憶的少年，在高階天使的指示下，深入不斷變換面貌的迷宮“神經塔”，探索地下深處並面對各種挑戰。遊戲以多層次的敘事、扭曲的世界觀以及刷劇情的流程設計，吸引大量玩家討論，並在玩家間保有一群忠實的粉絲。

本合集中的第二款遊戲《巴洛克症候群》(巴洛克シンドローム)是改編自小說《BAROQUISM▲SYNDROME》的多分支非現實黑暗視覺小說，描寫“大熱波”之前的世界。玩家將扮演主角狐狸，通過滿足人們對妄想的需求來療癒被“巴洛克”影響的居民，並在故事中探索不同的分支路線。

第三款作品《巴洛克》(BAROQUE SHOOTING)則是縱向捲軸射擊遊戲，延續原作的世界觀。將在充滿神祇與天使的荒廢世界中操控角色進行射擊，收集敵人掉落的“イデアセフィロス”並在時間限制內挑戰高分。此版本新增的特殊模式“Special Gallery”還能回顧歷代遊戲的紀念壁紙。

第四款作品《BAROQUE Become a Meta-Being》則是跳躍動作遊戲，玩家將化身為原作中的小怪“格魯”，挑戰如何在神經塔中不斷前進。遊戲中可使用跳躍以及左右、下方移動技巧，同時遇到原作角色如穆恩與卡托等，增加熟悉感與趣味性。

《巴洛克屋》除完整收錄這四款遊戲之外，還附贈非賣品軟件《BAROQUE-REPORT-》以及以往紙本發行的巴洛克報告，讓玩家能更全面了解這個系列的背景與設定。這次合集的推出不僅是對老玩家的懷舊回歸，也為新玩家提供一次性體驗完整《巴洛克》系列世界的機會。由於系列中各作品跨越不同類型，玩家既能體驗深度的敘事冒險，也能享受緊張刺激的射擊與跳躍挑戰，整體市場反響預期將延續《巴洛克》系列在玩家間的經典地位。

Baroque-Ya is a collection of four titles from the Baroque series, developed by the Japanese studio STING, set to release on Nintendo Switch in Japan on December 18, 2025. This compilation allows players to experience the breadth of the Baroque universe, spanning multiple genres, including action RPG, shoot ’em up, visual novel, and platforming, all within one package, making it a definitive celebration of the series’ legacy.

The original Baroque, released on May 21, 1998, for the Sega Saturn, is an action-adventure game with a distinctive dark fantasy aesthetic. Set in a post-apocalyptic world reshaped by a cataclysm known as the “Great Heatwave,” humanity has been fractured, and a new religious organization called the Punishment Church has emerged. Its members, self-styled as “Angels,” maintain strict class divisions. Players take control of an amnesiac protagonist, guided by high-ranking Angels, to explore the ever-changing labyrinth known as the “Neuro Tower.” Each playthrough offers layered storytelling and procedural elements that challenge players to uncover new discoveries and outcomes, which has earned the game a cult following over the years.

The second title, Baroque Syndrome, is a visual novel adaptation based on the prequel novella BAROQUISM▲SYNDROME. It explores the world before the Great Heatwave. Players assume the role of Kitsune, a protagonist who creates illusions to heal people affected by Baroque. The game’s branching narratives and surreal, dark visual storytelling deliver a unique experience within the Baroque universe.

The third entry, Baroque Shooting: Reversed, is a vertical-scrolling shoot ’em up that maintains the series’ distinct atmosphere. Players navigate a decadent world filled with gods and angels, defeating enemies to collect “Idea Sephiros” while aiming for high scores under time constraints. The game also includes a new Special Gallery mode, which allows players to view commemorative wallpapers from previous Baroque titles.

The fourth game, BAROQUE ~Become a Meta-Being~ Revive, is a platforming action game in which players control minor enemies from the original Baroque, such as Gru. The objective is to progress as far as possible through the Neuro Tower using jumping and multi-directional movement mechanics. The game features familiar characters like Moon and Kato, offering fans a nostalgic connection to the series.

In addition to the four games, Baroque-Ya includes bonus content such as the non-commercial software BAROQUE-REPORT- and access to original printed Baroque Reports, providing deeper insight into the series’ lore. This collection serves as both a nostalgic return for long-time fans and an accessible introduction for new players. By offering a wide range of gameplay experiences—from narrative-driven adventure to action-oriented challenges—the release is poised to reinforce the Baroque series’ status as a cult classic in the gaming community.