Gunbird
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| Developer(s) | Psikyo |
| Publisher(s) | Psikyo |
| Release date(s) | 1994 |
| Genre(s) | Scrolling shooter |
| Mode(s) | Single player, 2 player Co-op |
| Platform(s) | Arcade, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Sega Saturn |
| Input | 8-way Joystick, 3 Buttons |
| Arcade cabinet | Upright |
| Arcade system(s) | Psikyo 1st Generation [1] |
| Arcade CPU(s) | 68EC020 + PIC16C57 |
| Arcade display | Raster, 224 x 320 pixels (Vertical), 4096 colors |
Gunbird is a vertically scrolling shoot 'em up released in 1994 by Japanese company Psikyo. Instead of choosing a ship, Gunbird uses anime-styled character as the player's chosen craft. A story plays out in between levels and before boss fights, telling a tale of how the protagonists are trying to collect pieces of a magic mirror to make a wish. It was followed by a sequel, Gunbird 2, in 1998. The first game was released in the United States as Mobile Light Force for the PlayStation.
[edit] Characters
- Ash
A 28-year old German man with a jet pack on his back, who in some of the scenes between battles is discovered to be a pedophile, and when 2 players choose Marion and Ash as cooperative partners, he takes an unhealthy interest in her.
- Marion
A cute 13-year old witch who flies on a broomstick. She is accompanied by her talking pet rabbit, Pom-Pom. She frequently abuses the poor creature verbally and physically. She's fun-loving and thrill-seeking but also selfish, and has a mean streak (which Pom-Pom is often witness to).
- Valnus
A big, fat robot created in Russia 6 months ago. Has some of the best firepower in the game. Secretly wishes to be human.
- Yuan Nang
An elf-like woman in a very skimpy outfit, who carries a staff and rides on a cloud. Very strong-willed and courageous.
- Tetsu
A strong, white-haired old man of 60 years. He is homosexual in a rather uncloseted manner and even calls himself a "faggot".
The cutscenes between the battles with 2 players fighting cooperatively are frequently packed with hilarious dialogue and situations. This is often a recurring theme with Psikyo games, the Gunbird games being no exception.
Marion and Valnus also appear as selectable characters in Gunbird 2.
[edit] Gameplay
Each character in Gunbird has three attacks:A normal shot, a charge shot, and a bomb that clears the screen of enemies and bullets. The normal shot can be strengthened by grabbing power-ups and extra bombs can be collected. Coins, which are found by destroying certain buildings or enemies, can be collected for bonus points.
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