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To celebrate the publishing of our 700th review, we’ve chosen a shooter that’s aptly named. Toaplan’s Hellfire was released by the shortly-lived Seismic, and it’s pretty darn hard. Though it may not be visually stunning compared to other games in the genre, it’s a great game that offers solid gameplay and a rockin’ soundtrack to compliment its difficulty level.
Take to the skies and fight terrorists in your F-119 Stealth Fighter! Barrel roll to dodge incoming fire as you fight your away towards… um… massive alien spaceships? Yes, Seismic’s Air Diver is a game whose plot isn’t really worth mulling over, so perhaps it’s better that you just grab your controller and play. That way, you can concentrate on the totally average gameplay, or maybe you should plug in a copy of Afterburner II. Go ahead, I’ll wait. Oh, you’re still here? Then why not read our full review of Air Diver? Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
T&E Soft’s 16-bit version of Hydlide is still somewhat obscure among Genesis fans, who tended to shy away from its tiny graphics and odd encumbrance system. Those who are able to get past these early barriers are going to find a neat little RPG that offers a great quest, interesting gameplay dynamics, and a wonderful soundtrack. Keep an open mind and give it a try; there’s a lot to like with this little gem.
Compile’s M.U.S.H.A. is often hailed as one of the best vertical shooters ever made. Indeed, few can doubt the overall quality of this game and its place in the pantheon of Genesis shmups. But is it really all it’s hyped to be? Why not read out review and find out?