TurboGrafx-16 with Bonk's Revenge pack-in
Source: TurboPlay 12 (April/May 1992)
Scan Source: NEC Retro
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Random retro gaming item I’d like to share with the class:
The amount of sheer, delightful randomness crammed into Parasol Stars is unlike anything I’ve ever seen.
The core mechanic is collecting bubbles on top of an umbrella which you can then throw at everything from anthropomorphic castanets to a woman throwing deadly dollar bills from the back of a unicorn-drawn slot machine carriage.
Sometimes you collect rings that make stars rain from the sky. Sometimes you create a “miracle” that turns enemies into giant strawberries.
Trust me, this barely scratches the surface of the smile-inducing surprises contained in this game. Parasol was originally released on PC Engine/TurboGrafx16 in 1991. It’s well worth tracking down.
Also, if anyone knows of other retro games that match the energy of Parasol Stars, please let me know. I’d love to play them.
#parasolstars
#bubblebobble
#retrogaming
#pcengine
#turbografx16
Great Version of An Arcade Classic:
Splatterhouse for Turbo Grafx-16 can be one of my favorite side scroller, horror beat 'em up.
I love its graphics, especially this version it looks clean, crisp and contributes to the horror atmosphere of the game rather effectively.
The soundscape of the game is mesmerizing. It really pulls you in. You feel like you are in 80s horror movie which is some amazing achievement when you consider this is a game released in, originally, for arcades in 1988.
Controls feels robust and they offer some enjoyable experience. Maybe one thing I could say is that I wish we carried a permanent weapon like a hatchet.
Horror beat 'em up is still a unique genre and its flames are ignited by Splatterhouse.
I am not that sure whether this game is a hidden gem. More than likely we can say this port of the game still remained relatively obscure since the fate of the Turbo Grafx-16 is sealed in the west. Even much earlier than its arrival.
An amazing horror beat em up that is atmospheric and joy to experience too, with certain horror based aesthetic sensibilities you should definitely check it out.
I hate to say this phrase since it is abused quite a bit by corporate speak but still this game revolutionized gaming.
#gaming #japan #sidescrollerbeatemup #sidescroller #horror #turbografx16 #videogame #horrorgame #videogaming
Splatterhouse for Turbo Grafx-16 can be one of my favorite side scroller, horror beat 'em up.
I love its graphics, especially this version it looks clean, crisp and contributes to the horror atmosphere of the game rather effectively.
The soundscape of the game is mesmerizing. It really pulls you in. You feel like you are in 80s horror movie which is some amazing achievement when you consider this is a game released in, originally, for arcades in 1988.
Controls feels robust and they offer some enjoyable experience. Maybe one thing I could say is that I wish we carried a permanent weapon like a hatchet.
Horror beat 'em up is still a unique genre and its flames are ignited by Splatterhouse.
I am not that sure whether this game is a hidden gem. More than likely we can say this port of the game still remained relatively obscure since the fate of the Turbo Grafx-16 is sealed in the west. Even much earlier than its arrival.
An amazing horror beat em up that is atmospheric and joy to experience too, with certain horror based aesthetic sensibilities you should definitely check it out.
I hate to say this phrase since it is abused quite a bit by corporate speak but still this game revolutionized gaming.
#gaming #japan #sidescrollerbeatemup #sidescroller #horror #turbografx16 #videogame #horrorgame #videogaming
Just scored this TurboGrafx 16. And just for 50€. Never thought I would add one to my collection. #retrogaming #turbografx16
Obscure Game(s) 8:
Deep Blue is a side scroller released for Turbo Grafx-16 in 1989.
It is one of the most atmospheric side scroller you can play. The ship you use does not have a health bar, and you just float in the sea while trying to survive. So Deep Blue is more about survival than being a bullet hell shooter even though the game clearly harken back the aforementioned genre.
The graphics are great. It uses all the power of the Turbo Grafx-16. And such high quality contributes to the eerie atmosphere of the game.
If this game released in the 2000s it would have received much more praise.
I think that is the joy of discovering games, looking for that hidden gem and Deep Blue is one them, I needed to share.
Definitely deserves your time and attention!
Look at that cover art. It is mysterious and eerie. Waiting for you to dive the inner parts of the ocean. Also, it is quite expressive too, the color palette compliments the eerie atmosphere while without being stale.
Collecting Turbo Grafx-16 is a great hassle, but I would like to get into it just because the console had such experimental titles!
#japan #gaming #retro #obscuregames #videogames #games #deepblue #shooter #atmospheric #turbografx16 #retrogaming
Deep Blue is a side scroller released for Turbo Grafx-16 in 1989.
It is one of the most atmospheric side scroller you can play. The ship you use does not have a health bar, and you just float in the sea while trying to survive. So Deep Blue is more about survival than being a bullet hell shooter even though the game clearly harken back the aforementioned genre.
The graphics are great. It uses all the power of the Turbo Grafx-16. And such high quality contributes to the eerie atmosphere of the game.
If this game released in the 2000s it would have received much more praise.
I think that is the joy of discovering games, looking for that hidden gem and Deep Blue is one them, I needed to share.
Definitely deserves your time and attention!
Look at that cover art. It is mysterious and eerie. Waiting for you to dive the inner parts of the ocean. Also, it is quite expressive too, the color palette compliments the eerie atmosphere while without being stale.
Collecting Turbo Grafx-16 is a great hassle, but I would like to get into it just because the console had such experimental titles!
#japan #gaming #retro #obscuregames #videogames #games #deepblue #shooter #atmospheric #turbografx16 #retrogaming
Obscure Game(s) 5:
Shockman is a Turbo Grafx-16 exclusive, developed by Winds.
This game is inspired by Mega Man, that much is apparent when you boot the game. However, the game has its own vibes too. More than a Mega Man it feels like you are playing an episode of Kamen Rider.
So this game is like beautiful fusion of Mega Man and Kamen Rider.
The pixel graphics for this game is simply amazing. Turbo Grafx 16 always had shouldered some incredible pixel art.
I think being inspired by such a classic works in the game’s favor. A good template in other words.
This game definitely deserves your attention. Platforming is solid, blasting enemies feels great.
I think cloning replicating games can be good when it is done by integrity, passion, and love, and that is what Shockman did.
It is currently rereleased for modern consoles too!
Sidenote: look at this anime as hell gorgeous cover art!
#japan #gaming #turbografx16 #shockman #megaman #retrogames #retro #platformer #pixelart #obscuregame #games #videogames #anime #coverart
Shockman is a Turbo Grafx-16 exclusive, developed by Winds.
This game is inspired by Mega Man, that much is apparent when you boot the game. However, the game has its own vibes too. More than a Mega Man it feels like you are playing an episode of Kamen Rider.
So this game is like beautiful fusion of Mega Man and Kamen Rider.
The pixel graphics for this game is simply amazing. Turbo Grafx 16 always had shouldered some incredible pixel art.
I think being inspired by such a classic works in the game’s favor. A good template in other words.
This game definitely deserves your attention. Platforming is solid, blasting enemies feels great.
I think cloning replicating games can be good when it is done by integrity, passion, and love, and that is what Shockman did.
It is currently rereleased for modern consoles too!
Sidenote: look at this anime as hell gorgeous cover art!
#japan #gaming #turbografx16 #shockman #megaman #retrogames #retro #platformer #pixelart #obscuregame #games #videogames #anime #coverart
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120 - The Legendary Axe, PCEngine
Un juegazo de aventuras y acción muy estratégico gracias al uso del hacha del protagonista y su barra de espera/ataque. Recomendable a quien no lo conozca, de verdad; es muy bueno todo excepto el 5°nivel que es un laberinto sin sentido.
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112 - Burning Angels, PC Engine
Uno de los matamarcianos mas crueles de los que he jugado; empieza algo suave pero al poco te tiran todo... Es muy jodido pero merece la pena darle unas vueltillas.
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109 - Sinistron, PC Engine
Mola su nombre de medicamento para la tensión. Un matamarcianos correcto que empieza suave pero luego se complica lo suyo. Lo más destacable es la nave protagonista y su control de "pinza".
