Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Arcade, Platform, Shooter
- Platforms: Dreamcast, Neo Geo AES, Neo Geo MVS
- Developers: NG:DEV.TEAM
- Publishers: NG:DEV.TEAM
Gunlord: A Retro-Inspired Shmup That’s Out of This World
Gunlord is a side-scrolling shoot-’em-up (shmup) video game developed by NG:Dev.Team and published by City Connection. It was released in 2012 for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, and Xbox 360. The game is a spiritual successor to NG:Dev.Team’s previous shmup, Last Hope, and features similar gameplay and graphics.
Gunlord is set in a distant future where an evil planet lord known as “The Master” has emerged, threatening the galaxy with his army of mechanical monsters. Players take control of Gordian Gaiden, a space pilot and Gunlord who sets out to defeat The Master and save the galaxy.
The game features six stages, each with its own unique boss. Players must use Gordian’s Gunlord suit to fight their way through hordes of enemies, using a variety of weapons and power-ups. The game also features a branching path system, allowing players to choose which stages they want to play in.
Gunlord was praised for its beautiful graphics, tight gameplay, and rocking soundtrack. It was also praised for its retro feel, which harkens back to the classic shmups of the 1980s and 1990s.
Gameplay
Gunlord is a side-scrolling shoot-’em-up in which players control Gordian Gaiden, a space pilot and Gunlord. Players must use Gordian’s Gunlord suit to fight their way through hordes of enemies, using a variety of weapons and power-ups.
The game features six stages, each with its own unique boss. Players must defeat all of the enemies in each stage in order to progress to the next stage. The game also features a branching path system, allowing players to choose which stages they want to play in.
Gordian’s Gunlord suit is equipped with a variety of weapons, including a Vulcan cannon, a homing missile launcher, and a laser beam. Players can also collect power-ups that will give Gordian’s suit additional abilities, such as increased speed or firepower.
Graphics
Gunlord features beautiful 2D graphics that are reminiscent of the classic shmups of the 1980s and 1990s. The game’s backgrounds are detailed and colorful, and the enemy designs are creative and varied. The game also features some impressive special effects, such as explosions and laser beams.
Sound
Gunlord’s soundtrack is composed by Manabu Namiki, who is known for his work on the Mega Man series. The soundtrack is a mix of electronic and orchestral music, and it perfectly captures the game’s retro feel. The sound effects are also excellent, and they add to the game’s overall atmosphere.
Story
Gunlord’s story is simple but effective. The game follows Gordian Gaiden as he sets out to defeat The Master and save the galaxy. The story is told through cutscenes and dialogue, and it does a good job of setting up the game’s conflict and motivating the player.
Overall
Gunlord is a fantastic shmup that will appeal to fans of the genre and retro gamers alike. The graphics are beautiful, the gameplay is tight, and the soundtrack is rocking. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding shmup experience, then Gunlord is definitely worth checking out.
Score: 7.5/10
Review Score
7.5/10
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