Overview
- Number of Players
- 2
- Genre
- Release Date
Switch eShop
29th May 2018, $14.99
29th May 2018, £13.49
- Also Available On
Reviews
“Even though the ideal is high, I never give in”
Upon first release on Sega NAOMI-powered arcades back in 2001, Ikaruga polarised audiences. While it most certainly was a vertical scrolling shmup like one would expect from the spiritual sequel to Radiant Silvergun, it played nothing like it. In fact, it played like no shmup before it and even...
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Shooty shooty, pew pew
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What has the iconic Japanese developer got planned?
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2020 release locked in
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Get ready to shoot 'em up
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Yes please
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Fingers crossed
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About The Game
A rebel pilot named Shinra must battle an enemy nation using a specially-designed fighter called the Ikaruga, which can switch between two energy polarities (black or white) at the touch of a button. Bullets that are the same color as Shinra's ship can be absorbed, while the opposite color will do damage - this polarity-switching mechanic is the game's core feature and the foundation for its stage and enemy design. It's now up to Shinra makes his final stand, as the Ikaruga might be the rebel federation's last chance to defeat the oppressive Horai regime!
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Can’t wait!
Amazing game:)
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