Tag Archives: shoot ‘em ups

December 7, 2011

PCE Review #11: Barunba

Game: Barunba Genre: Shoot ‘em up Developer: Namco/Zap Corp Publisher: Namcot Format: HuCard Release date: 1990 There are a number of reasons to like this odd, side-scrolling shmup: Its box art is lovely (as is its manual), its bosses are huge and its gameplay offers up a … Continue reading →

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February 23, 2011

PCE Review #3: Wonder Boy III (Monster Lair)

Game: Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair Genre: Platformer/Shooter Developer: Alfa System Publisher: Hudson Format: CD-ROM2 Release date: 1989 I’m pretty sure I’ve told this story a number of times before, but I’m going to share it again just in case … Continue reading →

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November 22, 2010

RE: Well, I’ll be…

I’m sorry it’s been a while since I checked in. I just haven’t had much to say, I guess. Plus, most of my “game time” has been spent with the recently released Wii platformer, Kirby’s Epic Yarn. That’s not to say … Continue reading →

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October 21, 2010

Well, I’ll be …

I’ve been a fan of the Konami cute ‘em up Parodius Da! for many years, but until a few minutes ago I didn’t know that the game’s special (omake) stage features a trio of secret bosses–all of which can be seen … Continue reading →

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