Sunday, January 4, 2009

1943: The Battle Of Midway


Can someone say "absolutely amazing, the greatest side-scrolling shooter ever released"? I know I can. 1943: The Battle Of Midway brought side-scrolling shooters to a new level.

I mean, the graphics are cool, the music is awsome, and the gameplay is uncontrolably addicting. Don't get me wrong, it would have been better if time didn't hurt you, and it wasn't so hard, but those are just minor factors in this game. I mean, there had to be SOMETHING wrong with it.
Kevin's Review
Graphics: *** 1/2
The graphics may not be the fanciest for 1988, but they really work well. All the vibrant colours (Green, blue, red, yellow) make it a really clear game. It may be common, but it still makes me feel good every time I see a plane explode into a million peices.
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Music: *****
The music in this game will get stuck in your head for days. It fits so perfectly into the game. The sound effects fit into the music. Its a beautiful blend. The moment you take off, you can hear the plane engine roaring, and than the catchy sea music starts. Its a beautiful thing.
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Gameplay: *****
The sequel to 1942. Even better than 1942. Need I say anything more?
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Overall: ****1/2
The game is perfect, except for the flaws I mentioned earlier. Why are you still reading this? Go play it!
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Worth playing? Do you like games? If so, then yes, play this game (with patience)

1 comment:

  1. Hey Kevin. It's Commenting Cory here. How could you say 1943 is the best shoot em up ever. Obviously it's UN Squadron or maybe Thunder Spirits(hint, hint).I'm not saying it's not an awesome game which it is. But face the facts customizable planes, tons of power ups, epic bosses, gorgeous graphics, solid and smooth gameplay. It's just the perfect shoot em up.....Thanks ScrewAttack.

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