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3D dark fantasy shoot ’em up Bracer announced for PC
Publisher Akupara Games and developer Curious Fate have announced Bracer, a new 3D dark fantasy shoot 'em up. The game is currently in development for PC.
Fantasy shoot ’em up Bracer announced
Bracer, a new dark fantasy shoot 'em up from Curious Fate and Akupara Games, has been announced. The game features three playable heroes, gothic environments, and combines classic bullet hell action with RPG elements like skill trees and loot. It will also include local co-op and an Endless Dungeon mode, and is available to wishlist on Steam.
PlayStation Plus Hidden Gem: Raiden IV: Overkill 💎
Raiden IV: Overkill, a classic vertical shoot 'em up originally released as an arcade game in 2007 and remade in 2014, is highlighted as a hidden gem available on PlayStation Plus Premium. The game features intuitive controls, weapon power-ups, challenging enemy formations, and boss fights, with a unique 'overkill' mechanic for scoring. A later remake, Raiden IV x MIKADO remix, offers sharper visuals and a new soundtrack.
Platypus Reclayed will have a Nintendo Switch physical release
Super Rare Games has announced a physical release for the Nintendo Switch version of Platypus Reclayed, with 3,000 standard copies available starting June 4. The game is a complete revamp of the original indie shoot 'em up, featuring updated graphics, gameplay, and new content, including two-player simultaneous action.
Muchi Muchi Pork & PinkSweets Boosted announced for Nintendo Switch
City Connection announced that Muchi Muchi Pork & PinkSweets Boosted, a collection of two classic Cave shoot 'em up titles, will be released on Nintendo Switch on October 1, 2026. The collection features multiple versions and game modes for both Muchi Muchi Pork! and PinkSweets: Ibara Sorekara, along with new arranged music and online rankings.
CAVE Interactive shoot ’em up bundle Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted announced for PS5, Switch, and PC
City Connection has announced Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted, a bundle featuring CAVE Interactive's shoot 'em up titles. The collection will be released for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
CAVE shmup bundle Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted announced
City Connection has announced Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted, a bundle featuring two CAVE Interactive shoot 'em up titles, Muchi Muchi Pork! and PinkSweets: Ibara Sorekara. The collection will launch on PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with physical editions planned for the latter two platforms. It includes various game modes and new arrangements for both titles.
R-Type Dimensions III (Switch 1 & 2, PS5, PC)
R-Type Dimensions III is set to release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring R-Type Dimensions EX and R-Type Dimensions II. The game pays homage to Irem's classic arcade shooter series, R-Type, which was popular in the 1980s.
Geki-Oh ShienRyu is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that Geki-Oh ShienRyu, a 1999 shoot 'em up originally developed by Warashi, will be released for the Nintendo Switch on May 28 for $11.99. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic games with modern conveniences like save states and customizable controls.
TGeki-Oh ShienRyu is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that Geki-Oh ShienRyu, a 1999 shoot 'em up originally developed by Warashi, will be released on Nintendo Switch tomorrow, May 28, as part of the Console Archives series. The digital release will cost $11.99 and includes features like save states and customizable controls.
Castle of Shikigami Trilogy Review 🏯
The Castle of Shikigami Trilogy is a collection of three vertical shoot 'em up games for the Nintendo Switch, featuring unique characters and challenging boss fights. While the core gameplay is excellent and the physical edition includes impressive extras like a soundtrack, some in-game text and dialogue remain untranslated from Japanese.
R-Type Dimensions 3 launch trailer – shoot ’em up game revived for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
R-Type Dimensions 3 has launched on Nintendo Switch, featuring a remake of the classic shoot 'em up series with fully reconstructed 3D graphics and enhanced gameplay modes. The game pits players against the Bydo Empire in a next-generation R-Type craft, with local co-op and customizable controls available. A physical release is planned for August.
Ubusuna canceled
M2 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 canceled
M2 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.
Game Reviews
This article presents reviews for three different games: Pizza Slice, R-Type Dimensions III, and Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II. Pizza Slice is described as a Christ-centered game, R-Type Dimensions III is a genre classic updated for the present, and Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is a strategy title.
Nintendo Download: 21st May (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop, including "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," "Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition," and "Coffee Talk Tokyo." Other notable releases include "Bubsy 4D," "FZ: Formation Z," and "R-Type Dimensions III," alongside numerous indie titles across various genres.
A Deep Dive Review : Psyvariar 3 - A Long Lost IP Returns - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
Psyvariar 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.
Review: R-Type Dimensions III (Switch) - A Novel Remaster But A Purist's Nightmare
R-Type Dimensions III is a remaster of the Super Nintendo classic R-Type III: The Third Lightning, featuring configurable options, a new 3D visual mode, and re-recorded audio. While the presentation is impressive and includes a novel 2D/3D visual switch, the remaster suffers from significant accuracy issues with hitboxes and collision detection, making the game unfairly difficult. Despite these flaws and a locked frame rate, the inclusion of a new two-player co-op mode and the original SNES game running at 60fps offer some value.
Psyvariar 3 from the Classic Shmup Series Psyvariar is Out Now on Switch 1&2, PS5, Xbox Series and PC
Psyvariar 3, the latest installment in the classic Shoot 'em Up series, is now available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Developed by Banana Bytes and Red Art Studios, the game celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Psyvariar franchise with new characters, refined controls, and multiple game modes, including a free upgrade pack for Nintendo Switch 2 owners.
Psyvariar 3 Revives The Classic Bullet-Grazing Shooter Series
Psyvariar 3 has been released on PC and consoles including Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Banana Bytes and published by Red Art Games, this shoot 'em up revives the classic series by rewarding players for grazing enemy bullets. The game features updated mechanics, multiple playable characters, and guest character Cotton.
