#arcade shooter

[posthumanwanderings]

“It’s a cover-based shooter for people who hate cover-based shooters. It’s a fighting game, except players use guns. It’s a shooter, except you only fight one other person at a time. It’s incredibly fast-paced, but also unusually strategic for a stand-up arcade game. It’s 2 Spicy“ [read more]

[devileaterjaek]

[retrogamingloft]

Cosmic Alien Longplay (Arcade Game) One of the best Galaxian knock-offs. Shame it's beyond hard... Ps. Sorry no sound.

[satoshi-mochida]

NeverAwake DLC ‘FLASH BACK’ announced

From Gematsu

Publisher Phoenixx and developer Neotro have announced NeverAwake downloadable content “FLASH BACK.” It will launch this summer.

Get the details below.

■ Downloadable Content That Expands the Nightmare World

NeverAwake “FLASH BACK,” a new mode that offers a quick arcade shooter-like challenge! Not only has the game been reborn as a rogue light shooter with a new play feel, but “Gabe-chan,” an important character to the Rem, will be joining the game as a sidekick to protect Rem. In addition, completely new stages and new bosses will be added, as well as long-awaited new accessories!

Story

Rem woke up safely from the nightmare. She was feeling relieved, and was spending her days with a peaceful mind. But then she realized that she was having nightmares every night again… What could be the cause of these nightmares? Will Rem be able to wake up again from more nightmares?

Game Rules Redesigned

Reborn as a rogue light shooting game inspired by the nightmare world of NeverAwake! The basic specifications of NeverAwake have been retained, but the style of the game has been changed to a quick arcade shooter style challenge, in which players progress through shuffled stages in a random order, selecting weapons and accessories available between each stage.

Many New Elements

Gabe-chan joins the game as a sidekick to protect Lem and can now fight together. Completely new stages and bosses, as well as new accessories!

NeverAwake is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC via Steam.

Watch the announcement trailer below. View a set of screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

[linuxgamenews]

Berzerk: Recharged Fuses Nostalgia and Modern Gaming Technology

Berzerk: Recharged release for the top down arcade shooter game is due out soon on Linux, Atari VCS, Mac, and Windows PC. Thanks to the dedication and hard work of developer SneakyBox, this exciting title is about to make its debut. Due to launch on Steam. You might have heard about a classic from the 80s called Berzerk, famous for its thrilling action and a rather unique villain, Evil Otto. Well, brace yourself, because on November 9th, this iconic game is making a big release in Berzerk: Recharged on Linux and Atari VCS. Developed by Sneakybox and published by Atari, this refreshed version is due to be a fusion of nostalgia and modern gaming technology. Stepping into a maze, but not just any maze. This one's filled with robotic threats, all programmed with a singular goal – your defeat. These aren't silent foes either. They taunt you with phrases like “kill the humanoid” and “Chicken, fight like a robot!” adding an extra layer of challenge as you navigate through electrified paths. In the original game, the standout feature was Evil Otto, a relentless, bouncing smiley face. Unlike the ghosts you might know from Pac-Man, Otto is invincible, can pass through walls, and never backs down. This made Berzerk: Recharged stand out in the arcade shooter era, and now, Otto is back in the Recharged release, more menacing than ever. The Berzerk: Recharged release isn't just about reviving an old format. It's been reimagined to fit today's gaming landscape. The graphics have had a major overhaul, and the control system has been updated to a twin-stick format. Due to now make it more intuitive for current players. Plus, the auditory experience is enriched with a soundtrack by Megan McDuffee.

Berzerk: Recharged - Announcement Trailer

As for the gameplay experience, expect an escalating challenge. You'll find yourself in a maze that gets tougher with every room you clear. The changing color schemes of the robots are a visual cue to the ramping difficulty. Apart from survival, you’ll face 20 distinct mazes in Berzerk: Recharged, each releases a unique test of your skills. To help you in your quest, there are various power-ups. You can pick weapon modifiers like spread-shot or railgun, and player boosts like speed or shields. There are even place-able mines for some strategic advantage. If things get overwhelming, you don’t have to face it alone. Berzerk: Recharged offers a split screen co-op mode, allowing you to team up and release double your firepower. And if you're competitive, there's a public leaderboard to track your progress. Due to release on Linux, Atari VCS, Mac, and Windows PC, Berzerk: Recharged promises to be more than just a trip down memory lane. It’s a redefinition of a classic arcade shooter, merging the charm of the 80s with the flair of contemporary gaming. So, gear up for November 9th. So be sure to Wishlist it on Steam.

[sewagewader]

Memphis Sewers - Serious Sam: The First Encounter (2001) Developer: Croteam Publisher: Gathering of Developers, Devolver Digital The eighth level of the first Serious Sam game and the 2009 HD remake, the player’s goal is to escape the sewers to reach the metropolitan area of the ancient Egyptian city of Memphis to recover Shrine of Amon-Ra relic from the Temple of Ptah. The area is composed of long corridors populated with enemies like Arachnoids and Kleer Skeletons and underwater sections where the player contends with Electro-Fish. The level’s par time is 15 minutes and contains five secrets with valuable health and armour pickups to uncover.

[buffaloretro]

Endgame

An unforgiving light gun rail shooter I don’t feel congratulated. Endgame is a light gun game meaning it was developed to be used with the Light Gun peripheral – Essentially in at home Arcade gun: Unfortunately, that’s not the only thing light about the game. It’s light on story, light on innovation and light on fun. The story from what little is actually explained seems to follow our…

[videogamesskies]

Parodius (Arcade) (1990)

[videogamepolls]

Reblog for a larger sample size!

[arcadebroke]

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[gmology]

Moon Patrol (1982) | 41 yrs

[samarecharm]

Endlessly tickled by the idea of Akira being a good shot but a shit gamer. I like to think its cause hes got incredible hand eye coordination and super steady ‘surgeon’ hands; hes very good with precise movements, but panics when he has to do brain melting inputs. His brain can keep up but its hard to make his hands follow suit. Its why u can have him be dogshit at arcade cabinets; panicking with the little joystick and button mashing like mad, while having him be a beast at things like darts and billiards.

The only arcade games he can play is house of the dead-esque shooting games (hes literally at the top of the leaderboards for MILES and he draws crowds whenever he plays) and DDR cabinets (hes just very light on his feet)(NOT to be confused with stepmania; he would die if he had to do arrow inputs with his HAND). Its kinda fun to watch him fumble with the other silly gimmick cabinets, but its more entertaining to watch him do what hes good at. If u take him to play darts, and if the darts are super cheap, he will absolutely try his best to split them down the middle each time. Doesnt always work, but its insane to know that he lands the bullseye literally 100% of the time.

[devileaterjaek]

[so-sleep]

you know how toriel is a strategy game freak and sams is a rythm game freak? when our family gets together we like going to the arcade or playing board games together ("Bang!" specifically), so for the fourth day of soriel week i came up with this. toriel would make a great renegade

later at the mall's arcade

couple hours after, at the mall's cafe

[posthumanwanderings]

Thunder Ceptor II (Namco - 1986) @ Game Center Mikado Takadanobaba, Tokyo

[linuxgamenews]

Face Intense Challenges in the Rocket Arcade Shooter

Rocket arcade shooter bullet hell game is now update to include Linux with Mac and Windows PC. This is the result of ZeNfA Productions' dedication led to this remarkable outcome. Due to make its way onto Steam Early Access in 2024 Rocket is a thrilling arcade shooter space adventure that's got a fresh update. It's all set to launch in February 2024 as an Early Access title. While also being updated with a native Linux build. Taking place in the vastness of space, while you maneuver your ship through a storm of asteroids and enemies. It's like a dance through danger, where every move counts. This experience is heavily inspired by the classic Atari adventure, Asteroids, but with a twist. It also brings the intense action and challenges known from Bullet Hell or Shoot 'Em Up genres. In Rocket, as you take down asteroids and battle different enemy ships in this arcade shooter, you gather resources. These are crucial since they let you boost your ship with better weapons and various upgrades. Remember, space is full of surprises, like black holes and supernovas, so dodging these space anomalies is key. Here's where the Rocket arcade shooter gets interesting. Each time you play, you're working toward making your ship stronger. You build up resources, and these help you power up, aiming for higher scores and deeper exploration. Think of it as a journey where each step makes you more formidable. This is also your chance to climb those online leaderboards and show your skills!

Rocket arcade shooter Gameplay Trailer

Now, if you've got a friend who's into this kind of thrill, there's something unique for you. Since the local co-op feature allows you to plug in an extra controller, inviting a friend to join the fun. Together, can you navigate the depths and achieve a top score? This arcade shooter isn't just about dodging and shooting in Rocket. It comes packed with features:

Challenging Arcade Modes: These keep you on your toes, always pushing you to get better.

Ship Upgrades: Customize and enhance your ship to suit your play style.

Local Co-Op: Team up with a friend and double the fun.

Wallpaper Mode: Customize your view with cool backdrops.

Leaderboards: Show off your skills and see where you stand among other players.

Multiple Language Support: Now, more players can enjoy this in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

And that's not all, there's more to discover and enjoy. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to such space adventures, Rocket promises to be an exhilarating arcade shooter game. So, gear up for February 19th 2024, and get ready to dive into a game that's all about quick reflexes, strategic upgrades, and co-op play. Due to make its way onto Linux and Windows PC via Steam Early Access.