Version-wise, Xbox Shikigami no Shiro 2 is closest to the Dreamcast version with a Gallery Mode, Story Recollect Mode, and a Practice Mode where any character may be chosen for level forays that one has already completed in the normal arcade mode. Upon starting the game, three choices are available as follows:

ARCADE MODE: The original coin-op Naomi code ported over to the DC intact and perfect. Choose this and one will be able to choose "Normal Game" or "Extreme Game" along with the choice of original tunes or remix. The normal game is a carbon copy of the arcade coin-op with character interaction sequences that are shown before boss meetings. The extreme game takes those little cut-scenes out and plays through the entire game without any backstory. Seven characters are selectable, a few familiar faces along with fresh blood.

GALLERY MODE: 60 pieces of artwork are arranged neatly. Thirteen of the images are immediately viewable but the others require unlocking. Press the "A" button to Zoom in and "B" to return to the main menu.

OPTION: Select screen size or change from horizontal aspect to vertical aspect if you're willing to flip your WEGA on its side for true arcade perspective. Players may also set game difficulty, assign buttons or turn Vibration On/Off.

Two Game Options are not immediately available and they are:

PRACTICE MODE: Try out any level that you've already completed in normal mode with any character.

STORY RECOLLECT: Review the storyline of a character that you've used to complete the game.

Players who have played through the original Shikigami no Shiro will find a similar experience in SNS2.

   Enemies fly onscreen and shoot diamond-shaped bullets which one buzzes. The default buzz perimeter is fairly spacious and a buzz is indicated by a sparkle at the center of the character's being. Pressing "A" fires the default weapon while "B" unleashes a bomb. Holding "A" brings out a special weapon which one uses to destroy enemies and garner a ton of coins which magically fly towards your character... FULL Review may be viewed under the shop listing for Shikigami no Shiro 2.