Ticked that I missed my Ketsui delivery yesterday, but I'll grab it and the Flip Grip today and am pumped.
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Shmups (Shoot 'Em Ups) |OT| THE FULL EXTENT OF THE JAM
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I got my Ketsui on Friday but haven't had any time to play. Flip Grip is in too, but my Switch is still in its box (lol)
Thanks for posting that. I've been wondering all this time how Esp Ra.De was supposed to be pronounced, but that katakana makes it perfectly clear (just ignore the periods, so it comes out like "esprade" or "esper-raid").If i recall correctly, M2 made a poll asking which games the fans would most like to see getting a port and the top 3 were:
- Esp Ra.De
- The Great Rag Time Show (known as Boggie Wings in Japan)
- Progear no Arashi
So there's as good a chance as any.
The licensing could be the only real obstacle as i believe the owner is Capcom and not CAVE.
Progear is an amazing game but
please understand that I now REALLY need to see a hilariously polished M2 release of The Great Ragtime Show
please understand that I now REALLY need to see a hilariously polished M2 release of The Great Ragtime Show
It's a strange list to me. Progear makes total sense, but the others wouldn't even be in a West top 10 I (I wouldn't think). And how isn't Batrider top 3?
Accuracy test of Ketsui PS4 running alongside the PCB on a Framemeister:
Nice, how does it feel so far comfort wise/ease of use?
FlipGrip came yesterday and it works pretty great.
Nice, how does it feel so far comfort wise/ease of use?
Game Tengoku CruisinMix Special is now live on the UK PSN Store, dunno about other storefronts : https://store.playstation.com/en-gb/product/EP1052-CUSA09724_00-GAMETENGOKU00000
Finally! Been waiting for ages for this.
Finally! Been waiting for ages for this.
Might've added you way back but I'll try to remember whenever I get to my Switch.
Played a bit of Gunbird 2 on it yesterday, felt fine comfort/weight distribution wise. Have to use the home button to sleep and adjust volume cause the buttons are covered by the grip. If you use the Hori dpad joycon...you can't, cause it's not wireless. if you have a rear skin I'm not sure if that'll cause a problem, the tolerances seem pretty tight but haven't looked at the rear clearance. There's a little locking clip thing to keep the Switch from sliding out, I could see that part rubbing skins the wrong way at least.
I've only played a couple credits of Gunbird 2 on my Flip Grip but yeah, I think it's pretty comfortable and inserting/removing the Switch is pretty painless.
It's a weird gem of a game.
The list doesn't necessarily dictate their course of action and that poll didn't have that many votes in total. It's a niche genre, with a niche audience, doing a niche poll.
In regards to Batrider Mr. Horii from M2 said he is having a hard time running it at full speed on the PS4.
They have several games from CAVE and Raizing up and running, but when it gets to the part where you have to get 100% accuracy it gets complicated. He said it's even harder to do extra content that is compelling and interesting. But from what i have seen on this Ketsui port, they just raised the bar once again.
There's Original Arcade mode, Deathtiny mode, Ikeda Matsuri 2007 Special Version and the arcade challenge stuff.
I would like to see batrider though, having sold my PCB earlier this year.
Progear i still have a CPS2 with it somewhere.
I know it's been answered by others but I thought I would reply too. I think it feels pretty good in the hand, I know people were concerned about it not feeling balanced or weight issues but I haven't had any issues with that. Honestly my only issue with it is when inserting it. It always hits the volume buttons when you do so, so you need to go in and lower or adjust the volume by pressing the home button. It's not any sort of deal breaker or anything, but it is a minor annoyance. Other than that though I really dig it. I've spent a few hours with it over the last two days and am really glad I backed it.
That's too bad about the volume buttons but like you said that sounds like a minor inconvenience, thanks for the info.
Flip Grip has me returning to Danmaku Unlimited 3. The guitar shred is slightly cheesy but in a completely endearing way. I love it. I'm not entirely clear what the interaction between the bullet graze and chaining is, if at all? Maybe I just wasn't paying attention close enough but it seemed like one would let you prolong the other, but then sometimes my chain would just dump immediately regardless? There is probably some timing element I am just missing.
Also, Doragon Ent, if you happen to be out there your press release page is fucked atm.
http://doragongames.com/press/sheet.php?p=danmaku_unlimited_3
Also, Doragon Ent, if you happen to be out there your press release page is fucked atm.
http://doragongames.com/press/sheet.php?p=danmaku_unlimited_3
I adore the Flip Grip after using it last night. It's really comfortable. It sat perfectly on my fat gut while I played Donkey Kong and Gunbird 2. I then transitioned into the bed for some prone play and it was just as good. It has the feel of a Nintendo quality product. The Switch fits nicely and it has such cute marketing with Flippy everywhere.
Waves to all the RGBers...
Waves to all the RGBers...
I really enjoyed Gundemonium Recollection on pc and bought the others but couldn't seem to get into those as much.
All of the games have demos on steam if you want to try them out before you buy the vita/ps4 versions.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/92200/Gundemonium_Recollection/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/92210/Hitogata_Happa/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/92220/GundeadliGne/
Yes, should have clarified it was on the Japan shop yesterday, should be up on NA shop today assuming it follows most other ACA releases.
What're the chances of the Ketsui PS4 port getting a translation and release on (preferably EU) PSN? Do we know anything at all?
I could import the disc, but I know I'd play it more if it was digital and could pop it on super quick instead of having to fumble for the box and everything whenever I got a moment to play. Not sure how I'd go about buying it digitally on Japanese PSN and I'd much rather have the purchase registered to my main UK account for ease of access in the future instead of having to remember a random tertiary account's details.
I could import the disc, but I know I'd play it more if it was digital and could pop it on super quick instead of having to fumble for the box and everything whenever I got a moment to play. Not sure how I'd go about buying it digitally on Japanese PSN and I'd much rather have the purchase registered to my main UK account for ease of access in the future instead of having to remember a random tertiary account's details.
When it comes to a an english release we have no information at all, i believe.
M2 has only translated 2 of the 3 shottrigger releases. They left Mahou Daisakusen out for some reason; even when they translate the things, it usually takes at least 6 months to a year.
When it comes to buying digital your only option is to have a secondary JP account. You can use PSN cards or Paypal for the payment.
You can still play the games on your main account.
I have a JP account since the PS3 days, when i wanted some ps1 titles that were released only in the states; they are all still in the console working as intended on my main EU account. I don't know how would i go about re-downloading as i never did have the need, but i would assume you're right about having to remember the credentials; it's a pain.
I have bought all the shottrigger releases on said account.
I double dipped on the first 2 and decided to hold off on mahou for an english release and naturally it would be stuck in limbo as a result.
Sorry, guys. It was me. I jinxed all of it.
My bad.
Just received my PS4 copy of GUNDEMONIUMS from StrictlyLimited Games - holy crap, I'm really glad I bought this on a whim, it's fantastic! The spritework is really good, and I need to find the soundtrack - it's amazing.
My big complaint is how shallow the tutorial. They don't mention a thing about ther scoring mechanics, and there is a few things displayed in the HUD that gets zero explanation. There is even a button (Shift/Burst) that they skip over in the tutorial completely. LOL - what were these guys thinking?!?
That aside though, I still have to recommend this to any shmup fan that likes side scrollers like Deathsmiles and Trouble Witches Neo.
If anyone is familar with this game - I'd love to hear about what the tutorial is missing. Namely the Friction and Phase stuff in the hud. :-)
My big complaint is how shallow the tutorial. They don't mention a thing about ther scoring mechanics, and there is a few things displayed in the HUD that gets zero explanation. There is even a button (Shift/Burst) that they skip over in the tutorial completely. LOL - what were these guys thinking?!?
That aside though, I still have to recommend this to any shmup fan that likes side scrollers like Deathsmiles and Trouble Witches Neo.
If anyone is familar with this game - I'd love to hear about what the tutorial is missing. Namely the Friction and Phase stuff in the hud. :-)
Hey guys. Made a video just doing a light overview of Rolling Gunner. I'm by no means well versed in the ways of shoot'em ups and I'm pretty nervous when it comes to talking on camera so forgive the rigidness, stuttering, etc. I just wanted to give this game some more exposure and hopefully someone sitting on the fence about this game gives it a chance.
I can't watch right now but just wanted to show support for new endeavors and will definitely check out later.
Nice video, Rayge. Good to have you back.
Unrelated, I picked up AKA TO BLUE. I hated the first 15 mins, because of the touch controls. Got used to it, but still would rather use traditional inputs. That said, the game is amazing! The production value is top notch. The gameplay is freakishly well tuned. You can play the game really sloppy, technically or down right cheesy. No matter your preferred style it always feels very satisfying and fun. The game's splash screen shows Unity Personal, it runs silky smooth on my humble Xiaomi Mi A1. What are they even doing?! Porting this gem to all platforms is such a no brainer and should be trivial.
Unrelated, I picked up AKA TO BLUE. I hated the first 15 mins, because of the touch controls. Got used to it, but still would rather use traditional inputs. That said, the game is amazing! The production value is top notch. The gameplay is freakishly well tuned. You can play the game really sloppy, technically or down right cheesy. No matter your preferred style it always feels very satisfying and fun. The game's splash screen shows Unity Personal, it runs silky smooth on my humble Xiaomi Mi A1. What are they even doing?! Porting this gem to all platforms is such a no brainer and should be trivial.
It's getting a revised version coming to arcades with traditional controls, but maybe eventually that version will come to other platforms down the line (pretty sure the Exa Arcadia platform agreement involves some kind of timed exclusivity).
Yeah, I know. The reason for my mobile purchase was, I got impatient ... hehe
Just gave it a watch. Cool video and game. Agreed on the end stage tight cutscenes, has a bit of a fighting game win screen vibe.
Don't sweat any rigidness, it sounded perfectly normal from where I'm sitting. Only feedback I'd give is work on the ums and uhs, which I know is crazy stupid difficult when playing games like this because your brain is screaming to fill dead air with literally anything and uh is sometimes the best you can summon when 300 bullets are headed at you. Just one of those things that becomes more natural over time. Keep it up, looking forward to more.
yea, i've been playing it for a while but no clue about those mechanics. also wish i knew how to get some of these trophies and unlock more characters. i think the game is not too hard to finish in the normal modes even without that tech. you can also buy upgrades to boost your character. cute artwork when you remove the disc!
AFAIK it's not timed exclusivity, it's full-on exclusivity for certain features or content--Exa wants to be able to say they're not merely offering console ports and Japanese arcade operators don't want to have to compete with home versions, so they lock exclusive additions or changes in order to make these games more desirable for operators or collectors or whatever.
In the case of Aka to Blue, the platform holder has said the tate arcade version that's planned for Exa will never be ported anywhere, but there's nothing keeping the developer from making, say, a 4:3 version for consoles. (The Switch version they half-announced was 4:3 but that's on the backburner while they make the arcade version and may never come out.)
Mahou has way more text to translate than the others, they added tons of RPG-style flavor text for the gadgets. Maybe they can't justify the expense, maybe it's just taking a while, who knows.
I've been playing some Mushihimesama on Steam and have been slowly grabbing the achievements for the game and was wondering if anyone could clarify how to get the "Manic Shooter" achievement?
The goal is to get over 200,000 in fire count. I don't really have a good idea on how to go about it? I watched this video but it's in Japanese and blurry as all hell.
Any help would be appreciated.
The goal is to get over 200,000 in fire count. I don't really have a good idea on how to go about it? I watched this video but it's in Japanese and blurry as all hell.
Any help would be appreciated.
I was surprised at how mild-sounding the Dimensions soundtrack is, yeah. And the visuals, too, honestly: they're nice and clean in the same way that Maverick Hunter X is, but this is at odds with the filthy, spooky alien world R-Type's low-res art suggests.
Thankfully you get the old assets too, though.
Any good word for Rival Megagun? Without comparing it to Twinkle Star Sprites, because I've never played it.
A tad lacking in strategic depth but great fun nonetheless.
I can't recommend it on steam, however, as there's hardly anyone playing and it's very hard to find a game, I gave up after the first few days despite really enjoying it.
I thought it would have faired a lot better on the consoles but I've read people complaining that they've been sat for ten minutes waiting for a match.
A competitive shmup must just be too niche nowadays to find an audience big enough to keep it alive.
Black Bird, Steel Vampire and ZeroRanger are all excellent if you're looking for something new to play.
I can't recommend it on steam, however, as there's hardly anyone playing and it's very hard to find a game, I gave up after the first few days despite really enjoying it.
I thought it would have faired a lot better on the consoles but I've read people complaining that they've been sat for ten minutes waiting for a match.
A competitive shmup must just be too niche nowadays to find an audience big enough to keep it alive.
Black Bird, Steel Vampire and ZeroRanger are all excellent if you're looking for something new to play.
ZeroRanger is eventually, Steel Vampire is a bit too bullet hell for my interest (great art style though), and I don't like Black Bird's art style that much, nor am I big fan of the fantasy zone template.
Yo, I've got my Flip Grip for Switch now. Anyone recommend me some vertical shmups that support tate?
Edit: This has me sorted. Already have Danmaku, so aww yiss. Now I can't wait until I get my Switch jig and payload dropper thingy so I can get Lakka/Retroarch up and running. All the tate-ness!
Edit: This has me sorted. Already have Danmaku, so aww yiss. Now I can't wait until I get my Switch jig and payload dropper thingy so I can get Lakka/Retroarch up and running. All the tate-ness!
All the ZeroDiv games (maybe except Zero Gunner 2), probably starting with Gunbird 2
Strikes 1945 isn't fun, so I stopped looking at the rest of what they ported, with the exception of Zero Gunner 2 since it was such a different game and the footage looked cool... which is why I was so disappointed when it wasn't even a port, but a bad attempt at a remake.
I'd love a shooter that isn't bullet hell, TBH. Haven't done any research at all so I'm probably wrong, but everything seems to be about dodging bullets and not much else. Something with the intensity of something like R-Type, but vertical (and with environmental objects, of course), would be perfect.
Fake edit: Oh, Raiden IV is coming to Switch. Sweet.
Fake edit: Oh, Raiden IV is coming to Switch. Sweet.
