Ikaruga
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'I try to play as a completionist and leave no stone unturned and no enemy unkilled': Returnal director Harry Krueger talks Deus Ex, Resident Evil, and the arcade classic that inspired Housemarque's best gamesReturnal director Harry Krueger discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting influential titles like Deus Ex, Resident Evil 4, and Ikaruga. He shares his preference for completionist playstyles and how arcade classics inspired his work at Housemarque and his new studio, Cosmic Division.
Did Marvel’s Wolverine make a good impression in the State of Play?Readers express mixed feelings about recent gaming showcases, with "Marvel's Wolverine" drawing comparisons to "Uncharted" and "Batman: Arkham Asylum" for its perceived lack of originality. Concerns are also raised about the frequency of sequels and the potential for Xbox to offer more surprising content. Additionally, discussions touch upon Nintendo's infrequent announcements, the modern trend of extensive post-launch downloads for games like "007 First Light," and the perceived decline in innovation within triple-A titles.- Ubusuna canceledM2 has officially canceled the development of Ubusuna, a shoot 'em up title that was first announced in 2014. The game was being created by the studio known for the classic title Ikaruga.
Ikaruga creator’s new shmup Ubusuna gets canceledM2 has announced the cancellation of Ubusuna, a shoot 'em up game in development since 2014, led by Ikaruga creator Hiroshi Iuchi. The company cited Iuchi's resignation and the difficulty of completing the project without him as reasons for the decision. While M2 has abandoned development, Iuchi has expressed a desire to complete Ubusuna in the future if an opportunity arises.
A Deep Dive Review : Psyvariar 3 - A Long Lost IP Returns - The AmigaGuru Gamer BlogPsyvariar 3 is a solid and enjoyable shoot 'em up that returns a long-lost IP with unique mechanics. While the default graphical settings can be distracting, adjusting the background brightness significantly improves the gameplay experience. The game features seven playable characters, including a cameo from Cotton, and offers various modes, though its overall presentation and soundtrack are somewhat inconsistent compared to top-tier titles in the genre.
Treasure Appears To Be Teasing Something New For Long Dormant Guardian Heroes | Console CreaturesJapanese developer Treasure appears to be teasing new content for its 1996 fighting RPG, Guardian Heroes, coinciding with its upcoming anniversary. The company has shared new art and cryptic messages, potentially hinting at a remake or new installment. This follows Sega's announcement of its "Sega Universe" initiative to revive dormant classic titles.- Brown Dust 2 Brings Back Senran Kagura Collab With Ikaruga and Returning Shinobi Because Someone's GottaNeowiz has launched a returning collaboration event for the mobile RPG Brown Dust 2, featuring characters from Senran Kagura. The event introduces Ikaruga as a new playable character and brings back Yumi, Yozakura, Hikage, and Yomi. This rerun of the crossover event offers new and returning cosmetics tied to the guest characters, with Yomi's 'Gentle Destroyer' costume available for free.