Batsugun
- February 1, 2024
- Bitwave Games
Get on Steam"Batsugun is an action-packed shoot-'em-up game with local multi-player for up to 2 players in co-op or single-player mode. Choose from six unique pilots and three ship types, and immerse yourself in a world of vibrant graphics, intense firepower, and a captivating soundtrack. The rebalanced Batsugun Special features updated visuals, new enemy behaviors, and increased difficulty across multiple loops, providing a challenging and exhilarating experience for both newcomers and seasoned players."
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Reviews
- The game is a fantastic port of a classic shmup, featuring great pixel graphics, excellent music, and responsive gameplay.
- It offers a variety of quality-of-life features, including save states, rewind options, and multiple gameplay modes, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced players.
- Batsugun is praised for its engaging gameplay and replay value, with many players highlighting its status as a foundational title in the bullet hell genre.
- Some players find visibility issues due to the pale bullet colors blending with the player's projectiles, making it difficult to see incoming threats.
- There are reports of minor bugs and UI issues, such as text being cut off in the options menu, which detracts from the overall experience.
- While the port is generally well-received, some players feel that it lacks certain features found in other versions, such as a more polished soundtrack and additional visual options.
- music13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives high praise, particularly for stage 5's standout track and the impressive arranged soundtrack in the City Connection port. However, some players lament the absence of the original Saturn soundtrack, noting that while the remixes are enjoyable, they miss the classic tunes. Overall, the sound design is considered excellent, though some users wish for better sound balance between music and sound effects.
“Stage 5's music is chef's kiss.”
“Great pixel graphics, great soundtrack, and great gameplay.”
“The best thing about the city connection game is the arrange soundtrack, which is stunning.”
“The biggest loss is not having the Saturn or Saturn tribute music.”
“The only thing that the City Connection port offers is remixes and new songs and a slightly better menu.”
“If you want to listen to the boost soundtrack, there's a romhack of the Sega Saturn version that has it on there.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its accessibility, featuring options for both beginners and experienced players, along with smart assist mechanics like slow down and rewind buttons that enhance the experience. Players can jump into the action quickly, and the combination of engaging pixel graphics and a great soundtrack further enriches the gameplay experience.
“You can jump right into gameplay immediately.”
“Great pixel graphics, great soundtrack, and great gameplay.”
“The assist mechanics of slow down and rewind buttons are very smart features for those who want to improve their gameplay, and on top of that, the player can still save and load game slots.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their excellent pixel art and smooth performance, with users noting that both normal and special versions are well adapted for PC without stuttering. While the visuals are generally well-received, some players mention visibility issues due to the overwhelming effects of their own firepower. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's retro vibe and immersive experience.
“Great pixel graphics, great soundtrack, and great gameplay.”
“+superb visuals”
“Normal and special versions, both available in the same purchase, are very well adapted for PC: no stuttering, good input response, and well-preserved graphics.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There are significant visibility issues due to the cluttered visuals, making it hard to focus on gameplay.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the port is stable and performs well, offering a smooth experience with plenty of quality-of-life features.
“The port itself is very good, runs great, and has all you will need, along with a lot of quality of life improvements.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its multiple character endings, encouraging players to experience different narratives and outcomes.
“Plus, the characters have their own endings, so the replay value is high on this one.”
“The game offers multiple paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
“With various difficulty levels and unlockable content, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The gameplay mechanics don't change enough in subsequent playthroughs to keep it interesting.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly optimized for PC, offering both normal and special versions in a single purchase, with smooth performance, responsive controls, and well-preserved graphics.
“Both normal and special versions, available in the same purchase, are very well adapted for PC: no stuttering, good input response, and well-preserved graphics.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how the game runs seamlessly with minimal loading times and excellent frame rates.”
