Summary
Robo Aleste (1992)
Robo Aleste is a vertically scrolling shoot-’em-up arcade game developed by Compile and published by Toaplan in 1992. It is the third game in the Aleste series, following Aleste (1988) and Super Aleste (1990).
Robo Aleste is set in the year 2201, one hundred years after the events of Super Aleste. The evil Chugoku Army has returned, and this time they are led by the powerful warlord Genghis Khan. The Oda clan, who have been protecting Earth from the Chugoku Army for centuries, are once again called upon to defend the planet.
The player takes control of a massive mecha called Aleste, and must fight their way through waves of enemy ships and bosses in order to reach Genghis Khan and defeat him. Along the way, the player can collect power-ups to upgrade their weapons and abilities.
Robo Aleste is known for its fast-paced action, beautiful graphics, and catchy music. It is considered to be one of the best shoot-’em-ups of its era, and it remains popular with fans of the genre today.
Gameplay
Robo Aleste is a vertically scrolling shoot-’em-up in which the player controls a massive mecha called Aleste. The player must fight their way through waves of enemy ships and bosses in order to reach Genghis Khan and defeat him.
The player’s mecha is equipped with a variety of weapons, including lasers, missiles, and bombs. The player can also collect power-ups to upgrade their weapons and abilities. These power-ups include:
- Speed Up: Increases the player’s speed.
- Power Up: Increases the player’s firepower.
- Option: Adds aćæ© (ćæ©) to the player’s ship.
- Bomb: Gives the player a powerful bomb that can destroy all enemies on the screen.
The player can also collect special items that give them temporary invincibility or allow them to fire a powerful laser beam.
Robo Aleste is known for its fast-paced action and challenging difficulty. The player must constantly be on the move, dodging enemy fire and taking out enemies as quickly as possible. The game also features a number of large and challenging bosses that require the player to use all of their skills to defeat.
Graphics and Sound
Robo Aleste is known for its beautiful graphics. The game’s backgrounds are detailed and colorful, and the enemy ships and bosses are all unique and well-designed. The game also features a number of impressive special effects, such as explosions and laser beams.
The game’s music is also top-notch. The soundtrack is composed of catchy and upbeat tunes that perfectly complement the fast-paced action.
Reception
Robo Aleste was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fast-paced action, beautiful graphics, and catchy music. It was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies in Japan.
Robo Aleste has been ported to a number of different platforms over the years, including the Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game has also been included in a number of compilations, such as the Aleste Collection for the PlayStation 2 and the Toaplan Arcade Shooter Collection for the Xbox 360.
Robo Aleste remains popular with fans of the shoot-’em-up genre today. It is considered to be one of the best shoot-’em-ups of its era, and it is still enjoyed by many gamers today.
Legacy
Robo Aleste is considered to be one of the best shoot-’em-ups of its era. The game’s fast-paced action, beautiful graphics, and catchy music have made it a favorite among fans of the genre. Robo Aleste has also been influential in the development of other shoot-’em-ups, and its legacy can be seen in many modern games.
Some of the games that have been influenced by Robo Aleste include:
- Gradius V (2004)
- Ikaruga (2001)
- Mushihimesama (2004)
- DoDonPachi (1997)
Robo Aleste is a classic shoot-’em-up that is still enjoyed by many gamers today. The game’s fast-paced action, beautiful graphics, and catchy music make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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