OT - Incredibly Side Scrolling Shooter with Shop

Maltrease · #1 January 13th, 2007, 02:20 PM

I know a lot of people hanging out here enjoy the old-school gaming style (non 3D gaming).

A particular favorite game genere of mine was a 2D shooter with a shop that allows you to upgrade and customize your ship. Previously Tyrian 2000 was the best example of such a game.

However now there is
Jet's and Guns' Gold!

If you loved Tyrian 2000 and don't mind side scrolling vs top scrolling then you must check out this game.
http://jng.rakeingrass.com/

PDF · #2 January 13th, 2007, 05:43 PM

The same guys also have a fun looking fantasy strat game, somewhat resembling Wesnoth, called "Styrateg".

Agrajag · #3 January 13th, 2007, 06:55 PM

Oh, it costs money. :X
With all due respect I'm not about to spend money on a side scrolling shooter. Maybe if it was a decade or two ago... Or perhaps several years before the end of the previous century...

Maltrease · #4 January 13th, 2007, 06:57 PM

Interesting attitude. There is a free demo that can provide many hours of enjoyment.

I agree though. Any game that uses old technology, isn't 3D, and can run on an older computers is not worth investing in.

Gandalf Parker · #5 January 13th, 2007, 07:34 PM

actually if it costs money I suspect its more than just OT

Maltrease · #6 January 13th, 2007, 07:57 PM

Feel free to remove the thread if you think it is inappropriate. There had been other postings about games people play besides Dominions.

If you happen to like the gener of 2D shooters with a shop this is the very best one. Just like if you enjoy turn based strategy games of incredible deapth.. you've found the answer in Dominions.

I only make $75 for each sale I generate for J&G... so its not like I'm doing this for *much* personal benefit.

PDF · #7 January 14th, 2007, 05:24 PM

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Gandalf Parker said:
actually if it costs money I suspect its more than just OT

Huh, why that ? Maltrease is OT and admit it, just telling players here that there is an indie 2D shooter he likes, do you consider that as unashamed advertising ??

Agrajag · #8 January 14th, 2007, 05:30 AM

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Maltrease said:
Interesting attitude. There is a free demo that can provide many hours of enjoyment.

I agree though. Any game that uses old technology, isn't 3D, and can run on an older computers is not worth investing in.

It has less to do with old technology and 3D than it has with complexity, fun and gameplay.

Personally, I finished Tyrian 2000, and almost finished Raptor in one sitting

Its just that when I played them originally I played them at my friend's house, and when I played them recenetly it was an abandonware version

Maltrease · #9 January 14th, 2007, 11:16 AM

I understand what you are saying. And it is certainly true that this game will not get anywhere near the time of play Dominions will.

But for those people who considered Tyrian 2000 the ultimate achievement in a 2D shooter game (like I did), this is better. Even if you just play the demo its a ton of fun!

Already it has an RPG feel (money = XP) and a strategic element in how you configure your ship. Certainly levels require different weapons kits in order to be effective.
I'm hoping to see the game advance even further in this direction.

mivayan · #10 January 17th, 2007, 04:22 PM

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Maltrease said:
Jet's and Guns' Gold!

Fun demo... very fun. Reminds me a lot of UN squadron for the SNES (perhaps called area 88 too) which was awsome.