Got to play Technosoft’s vertical Saturn shmup today, Blast Wind. It’s a pretty fun game, but even on the highest difficulty it isn’t too hard. For some reason, the graphical style reminds me of Technosoft; maybe because of some of the enemies. The most unique thing about this game is the ability to choose your own path in each level by pushing a button in the levels; this ultimately leads to a shorter or longer route with a different boss.
I haven’t beat it yet, but I really like it…good stuff.
Yeah, Blast Wind is the shit, best final boss music ever.
As for Hyper Duel, they're completely different games, so its not really possible to compare the two. Though IMO Hyper Duel is the best hori on the Saturn.