Suppose if Psikyo did release Gunbird 3 PCB instead of DB...

[PC Engine Fan X!]

Suppose if Psikyo Amusement Works did release a third sequel to their Gunbird franchise by the name of Gunbird 3 (instead of Dragon Blaze PCB), would it have the similiar gameplay mechanics and scoring as their earlier arcade shmup PCB, Strikers 1999/Strikers 1945 III? (One might recall that Gunbird 2 PCB had borrowed Strikers II PCB's power-up mechanics and scoring system.)

And would Psikyo had used the Strikers III gameplay mechanics setup or forged an entirely all-new gameplay/power-up mechanics to further enhance Gunbird third arcade shmup outing to new heights?

I wonder if Psikyo had plans do to such Gunbird 3 PCB sequel in the first place...it would have been interesting to see what new characters and power-ups that could be whipped up into play...it's been said that the "third time's the charm". ^_~

Of course, this is just a hypothetical question/speculation since Psikyo's swan song arcade shmup title wasn't Gunbird 3 but rather Dragon Blaze -- perhaps in a parallel universe, does Gunbird 3 PCB exist and it plays very well for what it is..... ^_~

PC Engine Fan X! ^_~

[zakk]

what?

[roker]

we're in another deminsion

*booohahhahlallllslallalaaaaaa*

[PC Engine Fan X!]

we're in another deminsion

*booohahhahlallllslallalaaaaaa*

We're in another dimension sans Gunbird 3 but rather Dragon Blaze exists...what can we do to get back to that correct parallel dimension timeframe in which "it does exist"? Lol.....^_~

PC Engine Fan X! ^_~

[Turrican]

Marion was a great character, and I'm sure most Japanese agree. If Moss can resurrect Seibu's stuff after years, and if we're gonna get more Bydo (strategic) genocide, I don't see why Xnauts or someone else (Starfish!!) couldn't take the chance to develop a third Gunbird.

Err, is it me or there's a lot of Psikyo-related discussion around recently?

[PC Engine Fan X!]

I'm sure in the hands of such creative and talented game developers, could such a third serving of classic Gunbird gameplay be possible (like how SNK/Playmore was able to carry the Metal Slug torch after Nazca's intial foray of setting up the classic MS universe)... ^_~

I'm curious as to what Psikyo could have whipped up for crazy over-arching storylines with new characters plus bringing back some old favorites (like that featured in the Gunbird 2 PCB offering). I like how Marion was given that super sexy "older" look in the 2nd PCB iteration...them 'magic potions' must be some pretty powerful & potent stuff, hmmm? ^_~

PC Engine Fan X! ^_~

[Turrican]

What happened to Psikyo programmers after the team was disbanded?

[Pirate1019]

Err, is it me or there's a lot of Psikyo-related discussion around recently?

Whats wrong with that? I'm tired of talking about Cave.


Methinks that Gunbird 3 would feel similar to Strikers III plus that one small refinement that they always include.

[JBC]

another deminsion

Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension.

Now don't - you knock PCE's thread style.
A GB3 PCB would be worthwhile.
If ya don't think so you're in denial.
Though i can admit the idea is wild.
Style and guile - it's said,
That is what it takes to make an open minded shmup thread.
3 would be ill if reality. Intergalactic Planetary.



...



Sorry.

[szycag]

Intergalactic Planetary.

thread redeemed

[Rob]

PC Engine Fan X's posts are always so full of enthusiasm. I like it.

As much as I would like Psikyo to have made Gunbird 3, Dragon Blaze is the last game I would have it made at the expense of. DB has a unique art style which enabled them to do something a little different. While the close range attacks are similar I don't think Gunbird 3 could pull off something as unique. I also really like the darker art style.

Sengoku Ace 3 etc. etc.

[BrianC]

What happened to Psikyo programmers after the team was disbanded?

I'm wondering this too. I'm also wondering what happened to most of Capcom's shmup programmers.

[roker]

another deminsion

Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension.

Now don't - you knock PCE's thread style.
A GB3 PCB would be worthwhile.
If ya don't think so you're in denial.
Though i can admit the idea is wild.
Style and guile - it's said,
That is what it takes to make an open minded shmup thread.
3 would be ill if reality. Intergalactic Planetary.



...



Sorry.

in the other dimension we spell it as "deminsion"

you fools and your 2D gaming

on our deminsion we have 4D games with unlimited possibilities

[IlMrm]

If there's one thing guaranteed it's that the stage six boss will be a total pain in the ass.

[Turrican]

Err, is it me or there's a lot of Psikyo-related discussion around recently?

Whats wrong with that? I'm tired of talking about Cave.

Absolutely nothing wrong - I just wondered why all of a sudden. Just nostalgia effect, or perhaps a collective sense of guilt for bashing them more than they ever deserved?

[Frederik]

Intergalactic Planetary.

thread redeemed

Now we need ROBOTS FIGHTING.

[Arvandor]

As much as I would like Psikyo to have made Gunbird 3, Dragon Blaze is the last game I would have it made at the expense of. DB has a unique art style which enabled them to do something a little different. While the close range attacks are similar I don't think Gunbird 3 could pull off something as unique. I also really like the darker art style.

Sengoku Ace 3 etc. etc.

Agreed. Dragon Blaze is probably my favorite Psikyo shooter. It's a wonderful combination of slow moving bullets (ala modern manics) and fast Psikyo stuff. Plus you're a dragon rider. Coolness factor galor just right there. The difficulty feels just right too (though I haven't played the game much, so I could be singing a different tune later as far as that goes).

[Pirate1019]

Err, is it me or there's a lot of Psikyo-related discussion around recently?

Whats wrong with that? I'm tired of talking about Cave.

Absolutely nothing wrong - I just wondered why all of a sudden. Just nostalgia effect, or perhaps a collective sense of guilt for bashing them more than they ever deserved?

I'm pretty sure it started because somebody resurrected the Psikyo > Cave thread and everybody felt that their opinion mattered...again.

It's a breath of fresh air if you ask me. As soon as STGT starts we'll hear lots of "Why haven't we played a Cave game yet?" and "Why aren't any Raizing games in this week's selection?"

[PC Engine Fan X!]

If there's one thing guaranteed it's that the stage six boss will be a total pain in the ass.

That would be a definite given if such Gunbird 3 PCB was produced... ^_~

PC Engine Fan X! ^_~

[PC Engine Fan X!]

another deminsion

Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension. Another Dimension.

Now don't - you knock PCE's thread style.
A GB3 PCB would be worthwhile.
If ya don't think so you're in denial.
Though i can admit the idea is wild.
Style and guile - it's said,
That is what it takes to make an open minded shmup thread.
3 would be ill if reality. Intergalactic Planetary.



...



Sorry.

in the other dimension we spell it as "deminsion"

you fools and your 2D gaming

on our deminsion we have 4D games with unlimited possibilities

Sounds intriguing to play such 4D-based games...and do you play them with such 4D gaming controllers as well? Your deminsion would seem like a such a cool place to visit...sign me up! ^_~

PC Engine Fan X! ^_~

[landshark]

Marion was a great character,

Marion was a slut! Tavia all the way!

</sarcasm>

Well - the first part was sarcastic. The 2nd I was serious about.

[JBC]

Marion was a great character,

Marion was a slut! Tavia all the way!

Shoulda' been in the second.

[Fighter17]

Sorry Psikyo is dead from X-Nauts.

X-Nauts can go to hell!

[szycag]

WAT