I started playing Gigawing again for the DC. I've been cycling through many of my shooters lately and have been having some fun with this game. At this point, I'm trying to fill in my collection. So, I say all that to basically ask if Gigawing 2 is even worth a purchase. I saw very little about this game when it came out. I'm not sure if I even saw it in stores myself. I heard about the 4 player feature. It sounds cool, but at the same time, how do you find 3 other shmups freaks to join you in a game?
So, in the end, is it worth it, or should I just move on?
Gigawing 2: Is it worth it?
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Gigawing 2: Is it worth it?
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The game has a slightly lower pace than Giga Wing, but works in a pretty different way.Basically the difference is volcanons: once you have n medals on screen, you will have medals to be split in more medals ( one +1 medal becomes 3 +3 medals, for instead).This will cause your multiplier to ky-rocket, if you can trigger volcanons consistently. In case, here's a detailed guide. Aside the gameplay's high quality, it features a nice steampunk setting and excellent orchestral music (but i've put here a review of the title. It's highly suggested, and a copy of the jp version should be around 50$, but anyone with a better knowledge of prices should correct me.
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imho, GW2 has better gameplay, varied Reflect Laser ability, more scoring opportunities, and a much better soundtrack. well worth the purchase, i'd say, though i don't own a legitimate copy myself. ^^;;
EDIT: oh yeah, forgot to mention, the 4-player mode is a blast. you can't take it seriously though... some friends and i RAPED that game on numerous occasions. ^^; added enemy HP and added bullet-hell would have been greatly appreciated... but it DOES make for a fun shmupping get-together. ^^
EDIT: oh yeah, forgot to mention, the 4-player mode is a blast. you can't take it seriously though... some friends and i RAPED that game on numerous occasions. ^^; added enemy HP and added bullet-hell would have been greatly appreciated... but it DOES make for a fun shmupping get-together. ^^
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GW2 is actually a bit more "unorthodox" than GW1 (or GWG for that matter), in that you really don't have to shoot that much; since you need to reflect enough stuff to trigger volcanons to really make a dent in your score, shooting stuff down looks almost worthless in comparison, at least if you're playing for score. I generally like the game, but it's a bit trickier to find and more expensive than the first GW (the US versions, at least), though there are deals if you're patient (I got mine, excellent condition and complete, for about 15-20 bucks). Personally I'd wait for a deal, but others obviously disagree with me.
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The second is my favorite when comparing it to the first. Graphics are about the same if not better. Scoring mechanics are a bit tweaked, a little deeper; better. Music is tops. Very orchestral. One of the first things that really struck me about the game when I first purchased it. The four player feature is kind of pointless really, especialy when you play with people that don't play shooters. It's just a reflect and bomb fest. Mindless fun for a few minutes if anything. The ability to have a four ship formation while playing one player is an intersting one though.
So yeah, all things considered, it's definitely worth buying. Great shooter to add to your collection.
Oh, and I have yet to play Generations... probably never will unfortunately. So I really can't compare it in that respect.
Go buy it.
So yeah, all things considered, it's definitely worth buying. Great shooter to add to your collection.
Oh, and I have yet to play Generations... probably never will unfortunately. So I really can't compare it in that respect.
Go buy it.
Buy It
Yes, it is well-worth it. I agree with a lot of the guys on this. In fact, it is my favorite shmup of all-time. Hands-down. Great graphics, fun gameplay, perfect difficulty, nice ship design, fantastic audio, good story, and best of all, it's 4-players. Takumi is a developing god, and GW2 shows why. GW2 is a perfect shooting game. Get it.
The music that is playing in the first level for Limi, then ends and another piece starts as the boss drops from above. Aaah!
I would buy a copy just to see that again and again.
I would buy a copy just to see that again and again.
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They improved on GW2 in every way; control is quicker, reflect barrier is refined, even more bullets, and it's 4-Players. It's great; highly recommended. It's an absolute blast with friends, and even in 1-Player it's a blast. Ship designs are also great!
