Your PSP plays import games and every week we let you know what's coming out from Japan. This week's game amount is huge, so without further delay, here's this week's list:
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Import game releases for the week of 01/21/07
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Salamanders, TwinBees and more
Former blogger Rafael once said excited about Konami's classic compilation Gradius Collection: "We likey!" Well, it looks like Konami's planning to make Rafael likey for a long, long time, with new compilations of their other classic shooter series. The Salamander Collection and Parodius Collection will contain four titles each (with one bonus *secret* title for each compilation... ooh!). I'm personally psyched for Twinbee Collection, because it's by far the most recognizable of these hardcore shooters (it also has one more game than the other collections, for the budget-conscious).
All three collections are planned to hit Japan in January for 4179 yen (less than $40), so importers should keep an eye out. Until then, educate yourself on these classic series by visiting Wikipedia.
[Via 1UP; thanks, steve!]
Gradius Portable preview says "we likey!"
Memories of greasy tokens and sore
index fingers could never dull our love for side-scrolling shooters. And of all the great ones out there, the mighty
Gradius rules with an ion-coated fist. But will time dull our love for this classic beauty? Siliconera doesn't
think it will.The article makes some interesting points about the good (most of it) and the bad (Gradius III) of the Gradius Portable copy they got their hands on, most of which can be summed up by these points:
- Gradius I and II have no chugging whatsoever.
- Gradius Gaiden looks great and kicks major booty.
- Gradius III has the best weapons system, but slowdown drags it down.
- Buy it, buy it, buy it!
[Thanks, Siliconera]
Gradius spreads its options onto the PSP
Spreads its options! Get it?
Get it? Ehh, you're all no fun.Anyway, it appears that Konami had more up their sleeves during their press event yesterday. They also announced the launch of Gradius Collection this Spring, news that practically made me jump up out of my seat, clap my hands and squeal like a girl. A big, overweight girl with facial stubble.
Chances are if you're still going through puberty you haven't had the chance to play some of the older games in the Gradius series. Fret not; the collection will come with all the games intact. Gradius I to IV are accounted for, as is the formerly Japan-only Gradius Gaiden. The game will also play in a variety of modes, one of which will take full advantage of the PSP's wider screen.
Looks like 2006 just might prove to be the PSP's banner year. About time, we say.
