torsdag 26 januari 2017

New Dariusburst: CS DLC pack coming Feb. 16th: Capcom



Hyper Dyne Side Arms / Varth: Operation Thunderstrom / ProGear!

Now, wouldn't it be wonderful if ProGear got a home conversion?

Expect update on Redux 2 in May!

Hucast in response to a question on Facebook if they have stopped developing for the Dreamcast tells the world that an update on Redux 2 (announced in 2015) is coming in May.


onsdag 25 januari 2017

Ghost Blade returns in HD


Ghost Blade launched in 2015 for the seminal SEGA Dreamcast to some rather harsh criticism about it dropping frames instead of using slowdowns when the bullet curtians appeared.

Hucast has remastered the game and will be releasing it for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Steam and Wii U(!) and word is that besides the visual overhaul they've rewired some of the shortcomings.

This is one title I'm definately looking forward to. Despite the flaws I like the Dreamcast game.

Update:

Ghost Blade HD

The Key Details

  • Game: Ghost Blade HD
  • Platforms: Steam, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, Wii U
  • Release Date: 2017
  • Price: €8.99 / US$ 9.99
  • Languages: English
  • Players: 1-2
  • Developer: Hucast Games (Germany)
  • Publisher & Support: 2Dream (USA)

About the Game

Ghost Blade HD is an intense Bullet-Hell top down shoot 'em up, composed by frenetic and addictive score-based gameplay. With its inspiration going back to the shooting games of the 1990s era, Ghost Blade HD ties old memories to current tones and techniques. Designed with a modern graphic style and special effects, Ghost Blade HD also features an awesome 2-player mode! Ghost Blade HD is easy to learn, hard to master.

Key Features

  • Beautiful, detailed HD Graphics
  • 5 Stages with HUGE Boss Enemies with 3 difficulty levels
  • 3 Player battle ships with different gun types
  • Arcade-style gameplay and addictive scoring system
  • 2-player local co-op mode and online Leaderboards
  • 37 Trophies/Achievements

The Music

The Soundtrack is based on the heydays of Japanese shmups and arcade sounds: Composer Rafael Dyll has already scored several console games (Söldner X-2, Rainbow Moon) and returns to his signature sound with the music featured in Ghost Blade HD. Fusing J-Pop influences and typical 90s synths and with modern production values, Rafael provides an action-packed soundtrack with catchy leads and electronic beats.

The Story

10,000 years ago an Artificial Intelligence known as Shira was built to protect the residents of Mars.
As time passed the AI became corrupted and Shira started to attack the Mars colonies. With no way to defend itself against "Evil Shira", Mars calls for help. The Earth Defense Force fleet fights its way to "Evil Shira" and uses powerful lasers to destroy it. However, "Evil Shira" secretly had a backup that flees into space and takes over an abandoned space station at the outskirts of the solar system.
When the EDF notices the escape they send their bravest fighter after "Evil Shira". You are this pilot, and your mission is to destroy "Evil Shira" before it can complete its new attack force and threaten the existence of the entire universe.

About the Developer

Hucast Games is a German-based game company. “We are an indie game developer who is specialized in new games with a classic vibe for next-gen gaming platforms”.
Ghost Blade HD is officially licensed for PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Wii U, coming to next-gen consoles in March 2017.

About the Publisher

2Dream is a video game company, which was established in Muscatine, Iowa, USA. The company was founded by one of the co-founders of Watermelon Company, Tulio Goncalves and the current members of the team are located in more than five different countries around the world.
The main products include video games for Playstation 4, Nintendo Wii U, Microsoft Xbox One and more. 2Dream also publishes services for other video game developers, as well as consulting for certification to publish on the platforms mentioned above.

fredag 20 januari 2017

A nice surpREZ

If you ordered a physical copy of REZ Infinite for PlayStation 4 before Dec. 8 you can send for a free reversible cover insert.

It is different from other PS4 releases in a few lovely ways:
  • Thicker paper stock (for durability)
  • Premium Coating (for a smooth touch)
AND...
  • HOLOGRAPHIC FOIL imprint (that is simply... AWESOME!)


Updated trailer for Raizing/Eighting DLC for DBCS


EDIT: The DLC pack was released on this day!

onsdag 18 januari 2017

Dat Raizing/Eighting DLC pack for DBCS?

The 4th DLC pack will be flying into action on 19th February!
Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/bundle/2251/
PSN (PS4 & Vita): Links available on launch.
DLC pack 4 features 3 ships from 8ing games: Battle Garegga, Mahoudaisakusen/Sorcer Striker and Soukyuugurentai/Terra Diver. Once again each one features both the original music plus remixes from some of the best shooting game composers in Japan.
Battle Garegga
http://store.steampowered.com/app/540680
The PS4 version has been receiving high praise thanks to the wizards at M2 and their Shot Triggers label, so get ready to dive into battle courtesy of Grev’s interpretation of Garegga in DariusBurst CS! The DLC will allow you to play the Wild Snail, with its option formation and flame thrower. Grev have even added the medal collection system from Garegga!
Remix tracks courtesy of Nob Shioda (Recca, Isolated Warrior, Fastest Lap)
- Into the Leaden Clouds
- Subversive Awareness GaRecca Remix
Mahoudaisakusen/Sorcer Striker
http://store.steampowered.com/app/540682
8ing/Raizing's first release featured a sword and sorcery + steampunk mashup, so Miyamoto, the samurai dragon should feel right at him battling robotic space fish!
Remix tracks courtesy of Motoi Sakuraba (Granada, Star Ocean, Tales of series)
- NOISY RIOT
- DEVASTATING POWERFUL ENEMY
Soukyuugurentai/Terra Diver
http://store.steampowered.com/app/540681
8ing's take on the lock-on shooting game mechanic saw them offer players a switchable dual system and combined with a bomb mechanic, all of which are on offer in DariusBurst, with the TO-RYU ship.
Remix tracks courtesy of Kohta Takahashi (Ridge Racer series, Ace Combat series)
- Skies Above Ohta-ku DARIUS Remix
- Descent into the Clouds DARIUS Remix



torsdag 12 januari 2017

Heli Hell released for... Windows Phone?!

Maybe you're like me and actually know someone unfortunate enough to be stuck with a Windows Phone? Brighten up their day by telling them Heli Hell has been released for their platform of choice!

Caladrius Blaze launched on Steam today


Launched on Steam today.

fredag 6 januari 2017

Degica announces Raizing/Eighting DLC for DBCS



New DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours DLC from three amazing Eighting games! New ships! New stages! New music!

Mahoudaisakusen/Sorcer Striker (C)1993 EIGHTING 
Soukyuugurentai/Terra Diver © 1996 EIGHTING 
BATTLE GAREGGA (C) 1996 EIGHTING

Dariusburst CS is the gift that keeps on giving. With three DLCs already it's the greatest mashup of our times.

Earlier DLCs:
Taito: Night Striker, Metal Black and RayForce
SEGA: Fantasy Zone, Space Harrier and Galaxy Force II
CAVE: Deathsmiles, Ketsui and Dodonpachi Resurrection

torsdag 5 januari 2017

Dodonpachi Unlimited (for iOS/Android) announced

CAVE and their partner on mobile platforms, Mobirix, have announced the second danmaku game from the cooperation: Dodonpachi Unlimited.


This follows on Mushihimesama/Bug Princess Gold Label released late last year for iOS.
Where the new Mushihimesama lifted graphics and mechanics from the Mushihimesama games to build a fresh grindfest on the concept it looks like Dodonpachi Unlimited has lifted graphics and mechanics from Dodonpachi Ichimen-banchou, the previous mobile Dodonpachi grindfest.

We wont have to wait to long to find out if its all its cracked up to be, it should release this month.

Most of the hardcore shmup crowd ignore these games because of their touch-based mechanics but I find some of them quite enjoyable for quick sessions on the commute to and from work. As usual - play what YOU like.

DDPR Black Label OST Preview + Söldner X 2-update


Play-Asia has started shipping the physical release of Söldner-X 2 for PS Vita now.

tisdag 3 januari 2017

A review of Battle Garegga Rev.2016 surfaces

Battle Garegga Rev.2016 has been out for a while and now a review has appeared online
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Looks good, here's hoping for that western release!