Brilliant news, Earthion looks amazing, definitely want the Megadrive version. But thankfully i have steam deck so will be playing sooner than expected:)
@slider1983 so did Europe don't kid yourself. Name an Amazing Euro shooter from the Amiga era that compares to Thunderforce 3,4, Axelay, Gradius 3, Gynoug. Elemental master, Bio hazard battle, i could go on. If you honestly love shumps euro shooters won't be in your top ten I'm sure.
@slider1983 Euro shooters are crap compared to Japanese. Simple as that really, look at games like Project X then Thunderforce 4. Level design, game mechanics no contest.
Great system I had one, lack of support killed it simple really. Sony is doing the same thing with VR. They release the VR2 but rely on third party support, certainly nothing AAA from Sony. Unfortunately I bought one, I won't be buying into VR again especially from Sony.
Still have a Saturn & an original Jap PS1, both have stunning games. But out of choice I prefer Saturn, the amazing import shmups etc.. I have are second to none.
@Steel76 totally agree, so much choice for every gamer. Not just the constant barage of openworld, soulslike *****. It's basically no risk taking on anything new, or brilliant old franchises that need resurrecting.
@Serpenterror this is why this modern gaming industry sucks. They certainly don't give a toss about the older demographic of gamers who love retro gaming. It's all openworld. Micro transaction *****. Ran by corporate greed.
More fool them, this is why Sega needs new management that truly appreciates there incredible gaming heritage. All those legacy arcade titles begging to be reborn is sickening. Especially now with this comment from the powers that be. Chances are things won't be changing anytime soon. Oh & considering they bought out Technosoft, definitely no Thunderforce then.
@NinChocolate yeah maybe. Early rumours suggested the Switch 2 had a clam design. But I think that's been put to bed now for sure. As much as I'm looking forward to Switch 2, I just feel it's going to be more of the same. I miss those Nintendo quirky innovations, that bring something new to the table. Unfortunately risk taking is a thing of the past in today's cut throat industry.
Personally most of today's games are filled with crap art styles anyway. Go on the Eshop, Steam, Ps store, all flooded with mediocre, forgettable *****.
@RetroGames agreed, proves raw power isn't everything. Its about time today's devs realised this fact. I love the fact these wonderful retro consoles are still getting new games & being pushed to new limits. I'm a big fan of C64 the new games & demos are incredible on this timless micro.
@KitsuneNight yes it's weird your here, but hey each to there own. I love retro gaming, prefer to have original tech & carts obviously games like this won't be on physical.
Personally the Saturn is a beast, definitely the better system. Unfortunately Sony had the industry eating out of its hands. Even before launch, so obviously the PS1 was the lead platform. Therefore Sega was on the backfoot, maybe the Saturn was more complex, but the likes of Sega rally, VF2, Radiant silvergun showed the power when utilised properly.
Just give me the Megadrive version already. It looks incredible enough for me. Oh and I'll end buying the steam deck version so I can hook it up to my Atgames legends cab.
The rubber keyed wonder indeed, mines turned up today. I love it, yes you had to be there to really appreciate this little micro. But if you know you know.
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Re: The Mega Drive / Genesis Shmup 'ZPF' Gets New Lore Trailer & Release Date
Definitely another one for the collection, preordered P47 ii for Megadrive also. Really want Earthion though it looks incredible.
Re: Shuhei Yoshida Reveals One Of The SNES PlayStation's First Games Was A Silpheed-Style Shooter
Seeing this makes it even harder that Snes/playstation console never happened. It would of been an amazing system.
Re: Metal Slug-Inspired Metroidvania 'Guns Of Fury' Arrives On Switch & PC Later This Month
@PKDuckman agreed, it's always F**king Metroidvania or a soulslike experience. Just give us proper old school gaming.
Re: Random: Star Fox Character Designer Explains How Fox McCloud Was Shaped By Miyamoto's "Essence"
@nocdaes lol yes I'm 54 this year, time I see another Donkey Kong or Starfox I'll be to old to play the damn games lol 😆
Re: Random: Star Fox Character Designer Explains How Fox McCloud Was Shaped By Miyamoto's "Essence"
Brilliant game, we need more Starfox. Hopefully Switch 2.
Re: M2 And Compile Heart's New Shmup, Zaleste, Unites The Zanac and Aleste Series
@Steel76 yes stupidly I sold my Wii, so lost these games. Should be on Switch.
Re: Konami Renews Trademark For Axelay, One Of The Best SNES Shmups
@Sketcz agreed, absolutely love this classic!!
Re: Love The Genesis / Mega Drive? Then Check Out This Epic Eleven-And-A-Half Hour Documentary
What a system, 16Bit the best gaming generation.
Re: "Nobody Wants To Fund A New Racing Game" But Tokyo Xtreme Racer Is Off To A Flying Start On Steam
@wiiware couldn't agree more, we need more arcade racers. Instead of the cut & paste openworld ***** like Horizon.
Re: Looks Like Yuzo Koshiro's Earthion Isn't Far From Release
Brilliant news, Earthion looks amazing, definitely want the Megadrive version. But thankfully i have steam deck so will be playing sooner than expected:)
Re: VARYZNEX Is A New Thunder Force-Style Shmup, Available Now On Steam
Will get later, my Steamdeck awaits:)
Re: Unreleased Atari Jaguar Title 'Livewire' Getting Physical Release Decades Later
@slider1983 so did Europe don't kid yourself. Name an Amazing Euro shooter from the Amiga era that compares to Thunderforce 3,4, Axelay, Gradius 3, Gynoug. Elemental master, Bio hazard battle, i could go on. If you honestly love shumps euro shooters won't be in your top ten I'm sure.
Re: Unreleased Atari Jaguar Title 'Livewire' Getting Physical Release Decades Later
@slider1983 Euro shooters are crap compared to Japanese. Simple as that really, look at games like Project X then Thunderforce 4. Level design, game mechanics no contest.
Re: Yuzo Koshiro's Stunning Genesis Shmup Earthion Delayed Until 2025
@Profmcstevie agreed Devil blade reboot is simply stunning. Have it my Steamdeck, it's so damn good !!
Re: Unreleased Atari Jaguar Title 'Livewire' Getting Physical Release Decades Later
@N64-ROX totally agree, typical European shmup. Luckily the Japanese devs saved us from this stuff.
Re: Shuhei Yoshida Explains Why The PS Vita Flopped
Great system I had one, lack of support killed it simple really. Sony is doing the same thing with VR. They release the VR2 but rely on third party support, certainly nothing AAA from Sony. Unfortunately I bought one, I won't be buying into VR again especially from Sony.
Re: Cancelled Sega Neptune Rises From The Dead, Gets Its Own Promo Video
Looks stunning, but it's not going to be something i can realistically afford. Shame Sega never officially released this cool system.
Re: Valve's Unshackling Of SteamOS Could Give Switch 2 Some Welcome Competition
The Steam deck is brilliant, no doubt about it. Hopefully Switch 2 will be even better.
Re: Four Years Later, My Arcade's Super Retro Champ Is Finally Coming Out - And It Plays SNES And Genesis Games
Will keep an eye on this one, looks promising.
Re: Sega's Shinobi Has Been Unofficially Ported To Neo Geo, And You Can Grab It Now
More Neo CD games would be great, I have the system. Really pisses me off that it's not supported.
Re: Retro Computer Museum Hit By "Devastating" Flood Damage
Very sad news, gutted to think of the damage to these valuable item's 😢
Re: It's Taken 36 Years, But Amiga Owners Are Finally Getting A Worthy Port Of OutRun
The original A500 version was a joke!! I laughed & cried I think lol 😆
Re: Yuzo Koshiro Breaks Tradition With The Title Of Earthion's Opening Song
@X68000 agreed, sooner this Amazing game comes out the better.
Re: A Year Later, And It Seems The Atari Gamestation Go Is Finally Coming Out
Marble madness would be damn amazing on this.
Re: Best Of 2024: Is It Time To Change The Narrative On The Sega Saturn?
Still have a Saturn & an original Jap PS1, both have stunning games. But out of choice I prefer Saturn, the amazing import shmups etc.. I have are second to none.
Re: Anniversary: 30 Years Ago, NEC Rolled The Dice With PC-FX And Lost
Love the look of the PC-FX, just wish it would of been Super CD compatible & Hu-card slot. Would of had one in a heart beat.
Re: SuperSega Boss Puts His Beloved Lamborghini Up For Sale After All Pre-Orders Are Refunded
That's why I never fund any venture, as much as I would like to. Proof in the pudding when things go tit's up. You gotta hope you can get a refund.
Re: Random: This US Bakery Still Uses A Commodore 64 For Sales In 2024
Still an amazing computer, C64 FOREVER:)
Re: If PS2 Launched In 2024, This Is What Its Reveal Trailer Would Look Like
@KitsuneNight totally agree 👍
Re: If PS2 Launched In 2024, This Is What Its Reveal Trailer Would Look Like
@Steel76 totally agree, so much choice for every gamer. Not just the constant barage of openworld, soulslike *****. It's basically no risk taking on anything new, or brilliant old franchises that need resurrecting.
Re: Sega's Western CEO Isn't Interested In Saturn And Dreamcast Mini Consoles
@Serpenterror this is why this modern gaming industry sucks. They certainly don't give a toss about the older demographic of gamers who love retro gaming. It's all openworld. Micro transaction *****. Ran by corporate greed.
Re: Sega's Western CEO Isn't Interested In Saturn And Dreamcast Mini Consoles
More fool them, this is why Sega needs new management that truly appreciates there incredible gaming heritage. All those legacy arcade titles begging to be reborn is sickening. Especially now with this comment from the powers that be. Chances are things won't be changing anytime soon. Oh & considering they bought out Technosoft, definitely no Thunderforce then.
Re: Anniversary: Sega's '3D Reprint Archives' Celebrates 10 Years
@NinChocolate yeah maybe. Early rumours suggested the Switch 2 had a clam design. But I think that's been put to bed now for sure. As much as I'm looking forward to Switch 2, I just feel it's going to be more of the same. I miss those Nintendo quirky innovations, that bring something new to the table. Unfortunately risk taking is a thing of the past in today's cut throat industry.
Re: Anniversary: Sega's '3D Reprint Archives' Celebrates 10 Years
Without a doubt Sega & M2 nailed these amazing classics on 3DS. Would be nice if Switch 2 had a 3D screen.
Re: The Making Of: Dragon’s Lair’s "Impossible" Game Boy Color Port
Looks stunning, what an amazing programming feat. And today's devs moan about space.
Re: Retro Indie Title "Moons of Darsalon" Is Headed To Consoles, Complete With Icky AI Art
Personally most of today's games are filled with crap art styles anyway. Go on the Eshop, Steam, Ps store, all flooded with mediocre, forgettable *****.
Re: Raiden Spin-Off 'Viper Phase 1' Is Finally Getting An Official Release On Consoles
Viper phase one, absolutely brilliant shmup. Have it on Mame it's a beauty, probably buy again for portability.
Re: Review: Changeable Guardian Estique (NES) - Shmups Don't Get Much Better Than This On NES
@RetroGames agreed, proves raw power isn't everything. Its about time today's devs realised this fact. I love the fact these wonderful retro consoles are still getting new games & being pushed to new limits. I'm a big fan of C64 the new games & demos are incredible on this timless micro.
Re: Review: Changeable Guardian Estique (NES) - Shmups Don't Get Much Better Than This On NES
Already preordered:)
Re: This Christmas, You'll Be Able To Play SNES Batman Returns On Your Genesis, For Free
@KitsuneNight yes it's weird your here, but hey each to there own. I love retro gaming, prefer to have original tech & carts obviously games like this won't be on physical.
Re: This Christmas, You'll Be Able To Play SNES Batman Returns On Your Genesis, For Free
@KitsuneNight was it an Aliexpress purchase, hey if it does the job.
Re: This Christmas, You'll Be Able To Play SNES Batman Returns On Your Genesis, For Free
@KitsuneNight have you got an everdrive then, are they any good?
Re: This Christmas, You'll Be Able To Play SNES Batman Returns On Your Genesis, For Free
Have the Konami classic on Snes, amazing game. Will definitely get this on Megadrive. I assume I'll need an Everdrive to play though?
Re: Review: The GBA Pixel Book - A Gorgeous Tribute To The Last Great 2D Console
Love the GBA, it was like owning a portable Snes.
Re: To The Shock Of Absolutely Nobody, Sega Is Trying To Shut Down The SuperSega FPGA Project
Basically DOA
Re: Saturn Was "More Powerful Than PlayStation" Claims Argonaut Founder
Personally the Saturn is a beast, definitely the better system. Unfortunately Sony had the industry eating out of its hands. Even before launch, so obviously the PS1 was the lead platform. Therefore Sega was on the backfoot, maybe the Saturn was more complex, but the likes of Sega rally, VF2, Radiant silvergun showed the power when utilised properly.
Re: Polymega System Update 1.1.32 Now Available, And Boy Does It Do A Lot Of Stuff
Would love one of these systems, but the price & availability is a joke. It's about time they struck a deal with UK stockists like Game etc...
Re: Yuzo Koshiro's Genesis Shmup Earthion Is Getting An Upgraded Arcade Release
Just give me the Megadrive version already. It looks incredible enough for me. Oh and I'll end buying the steam deck version so I can hook it up to my Atgames legends cab.
Re: We're Getting A New Magic Knight Game Next Year To Mark The Character's 40th Anniversary
Wake me up when it's actually made for the original Speccy.
Re: Review: The Spectrum - Does Sir Clive Sinclair's Legacy Proud
The rubber keyed wonder indeed, mines turned up today. I love it, yes you had to be there to really appreciate this little micro. But if you know you know.