Parallel Dimensions ’99 (1999 SHMUP fan-game)

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Here is my very first fangame. It is made in 1999 in Klik ‘n Play, later ported to Multimedia Fusion to take advantage of advanced features.

Get the game at: http://www.sendspace.com/file/abp1vz

It is a Gradius-style shmup that has a prominent dimension-hopping element. That element has been a staple in my fangames since, from Xeno Fighters EX all the way to Super Mario Fusion.

Since it is my first fan game, it does have its flaws. For example, the weapons system is very unpolished and confusing. One weapon is completely useless (it was more of Klik ‘n Play’s fault, since I had almost no control over variables).

This video showcases the final mission, which is a trip to Microsoft Land, a ish reality of the Microsoft environment from the mid-90′s!

General Protection Faults!
EMM386 Exception errors!
Flying Windows Icons!
Program Manager!

This stage has both a midboss and a final boss, complete with cutscenes.

Duration : 0:8:23

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NEStalgia Present: S.C.A.T. Mission 3

Posted by John as 2d Shooter

Me showing the 3rd Mission in S.C.A.T.: Special Cybernetic Attack Team on the NES.
Playlist: http://fr.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=4C589B930445839D

Note: Because im lazy and YT has made an error when i was uploading Mission 3 i needed to restart the game to Mission 1.
So i have used my GameGenie but only 2 codes to help me: Longer immunity and Start with more energy but i dunno why and these codes are made me invincible for some reason…

So all the last Missions are done with nonchalantly and laziness, so think they are more a “show up” to the next Missions.

(Anyway i suck in 2D Shooter if you want to see some great guys in these type of game just go see BrYaN5555 and Nintenga.)

Duration : 0:5:56

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iPhone Application – NOIZ2SA

Posted by John as 2d Shooter

This is a really cool 2d shooter for your iPhone and iPod Touch.

Duration : 0:2:22

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Technorati Tags: 2d, app, application, apps, game, games, Installer.app, iPhone, iPod, NOIZ2SA, scroller, shooter, side, Touch

SHMUP Border Down Sega Dreamcast – Lock On 3

Posted by John as Shmups

A great G-Rev Shmup presented by french shmupers Radigo & Cormano

Duration : 0:10:45

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ScrewAttack’s Top 10 List of the Best 2d Shooters of ALL TIME

Posted by John as 2d Shooter, Shmups

This list has been around a while, but it’s pretty interesting.  I agree with 2, 3, and 4 being in the top 5, but I’m not too sure about the rest.

SPOILER ALERT

If you want to be surprised, don’t read on before watching the video – I’ve pasted the list here for those that don’t want to watch the video for whatever reason!

1. U.N. Squadron (Arcade, Super Nintendo, 1989)
2. Ikaruga (Arcade, 2001, Dreamcast, 2002, GameCube, 2003, Xbox 360, 2008)
3. Gradius 5 (Playstation 2, 2004)
4. Super R-Type(Super Nintendo, 1991, Nintendo Wii, 2008)
5. Galaga (Arcade, 1981)
6. Axelay (Super Nintendo, 1992)
7. Asteroids (Arcade, 1979)
8. 1943 (Arcade, 1987)
9. Raptor – Call of the Shadows (PC, 1994)
10. Xevious (Arcade, 1982)

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Soldner X coming to Playstation 3 in October

Posted by John as 2d Shooter, Shmups

The Playstation 3 version of Soldner X is coming to the Playstation Network in October, according to the recent press release from Eastasiasoft.

The new version promises audio and visual improvements, updated gameplay elements, support for trophies, and much more, according to the release.

More about the game from Eastasiasoft:

Set in the distant future, the game is a fast and furious shoot ‘em up with state-of-the-art graphics, driving soundtrack and classic fun gameplay sprinkled with fresh innovations. In the storyline, planet Earth’s resistance aims to stop a deadly infection consuming both life forms and technology alike, oddly having to rely on an anti-hero mercenary and bounty hunter to pilot a mighty prototype star fighter. His goal: To fight his way to the virus’ origin, save civilization and earn cash to boot!

Read more here…

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Flash Shooter Game Roundup

Posted by John as Flash Shooter

Here’s a couple of flash-based game lists and a couple of flash shooters I’ve been playing lately:

• B29 Assault – This is a fun little vertical scrolling shooter with an interesting control scheme and some nice graphics.

• My IGF picks – The 2007 IGF entries have been posted and there are some great games in the list. Here are my current picks for finalists. Armadillo Run – Excellent physics based puzzle game. Innovation. Bang howdy – Online strategy game from the …

• Two Great Web Games – Well, ultimately E3 proved to be pretty disappointed. Sure, there were a few demos of some of the more anticipated games this year, but there were fewer surprises than expected. Of course, it will be an even bigger disappointment if I …

• Time Wasting: AstroFlyer – Beautiful Flash Shooter – image. As far as flash games go its rare to find something truly exciting anymore, AstroFlyer is one of those rare exceptions. This Game is already 6 months old and some of you may already know it but its still worth a mention. …

Have fun!

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Interesting Shooter

Posted by John as 2d Shooter

Kong: a furious top down 2D shooter – Description: Kong is a 2D top-down single or multiplayer shoot em up in a full 3D environment. It features all the usual game modes such as capture the flag, deathmatch, and team deathmatch, and offers a variety of weapons to use and …

Summer Carnival ’92 Recca サマーカーニバル’92 烈火 NES FC

Posted by John as Shmups

Without a doubt the best and HARDEST shmup on Nintendo’s 8-bit wonder. Probably one of the very first manic shmups that are now more common in today’s breed. This one is definitely not for the one who needs anger managment.

Until Game Reproductions started selling their copies of this, this was one of the rarest games on the console. It had a very limited release in the Japanese market. I think most of the original Famicom cartridges of this were given out in Naxat Soft’s 1992 Summer Carnival shmup tournament. I am not sure.

Duration : 0:8:49

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Nintendo Wii – Blast Works: Build, Trade & Destroy

Posted by John as 2d Shooter

Blast Works: Build, Trade, Destroy challenges shooter fans to a frenetic geometric battle exclusively for Nintendo Wii. As you destroy enemies, youll catch their parts and use them to make your own ship bigger and stronger. Then, unleash your creativity with the easy-to-use Blast Works editor where you can create your own ships, enemies and levels. With bright, abstract graphics and fast-paced, dynamic action, this sticky shooter based on Kenta Chos Tumiki Fighters online game will suck you in for the long haul. Become a massive ship over 15 campaign missions by playing with the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk controller or the Wii Classic Controller. Build your own levels, ships, enemy ships, objects, and bosses with the in-depth Blast Works Editor. Trade custom ships, shapes and levels with your friends via WiiConnect24. Download official content and share your creations on BlastWorksDepot.com via Nintendo Wi-Fi. Includes 3 customizable levels to get you started with creating your own levels. Assign bullet patterns, sound FX, movement patterns, hit boxes, and more in the Ship Editor portion of the Blast Works Editor. Absorb the pieces and weapons of destroyed enemies to build a larger, stronger ship that prepares you to fight more formidable enemy bosses. Multiplayer gameplay for 2-4 players. Retro geometric graphic style lends this classic 2D shooter a unique look. Unlock four complete Kenta Cho games: Rootage, Gunroar, Torus Trooper and the original TUMIKI Fighters!

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