DDP:Blissful Death (iOS) and DDP:Maximum (Windows Phone 7)

[FRO]

Other than the Cave games, I'm really liking Darius Burst -sp-. And yes, Esp HD and DDP:R HD are well worth the money.

I have through strongly about Darius Burst SP because of the lack of US PSP release, though I plan on importing that eventually. Anyone know, does it play well on the iPad?

[geremy]

DDP Blissful Death was updated yesterday. NO MORE OPENFEINT BANNER on title screen! Also, scoreboards seem to be working correctly.

[hoagie]

Currently playing DDP Maximum on WP7.

A new version was released last week, it added an auto bomb option and reduced the slow down.

I've managed to unlock level 5E yesterday. I've only completed the easiest version of level 5. Need 5 B,C,D,E to complete the game.

[hoagie]

Anyone has tips?
Got to Hibachi (end of stage 5E) but he/she killed me almost instantly...

[AntiFritz]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2_tKMWz_IY

(That ending) This better not be dangun feveron for windows phone and not xbla.....

[trap15]

I'm sure it is, and that makes me very sad.

[renardqueenston]

infinite sadness smothers me if that is the case

[DJ Incompetent]

Why is Uo Poko cat's shadow an exclamation point?

[Op Intensify]

Probably just an update for DDP Maximum that adds playable cat.

Even if that's not the case, you can't blame them, because TEH MONEYHATZ. Microsoft is paying completely for everything Cave does on WP7, so it's no risk.

[VixyNyan]

It would be neat if Dangun Feveron was put on XBLA at least, then more shmuppers could play.

I will look into this update when it shows up, I do have a WP7 Phone and DDP Maximum.
Also a while ago they updated the game, adding Auto Bomb function.

[StoofooEsq]

Yeah, I want to check out this update when it drops. I still need to unlock the 4th ship, the Orchid (Bomb Type). From what I read, you only need to clear 5-A with the Tigerschwert (deaths allowed) to unlock the Orchid. And there's still ]-[I/34<#! to fight in 5-E.

As for Dangun Feveron, I do wonder if the results of DDP MAX have made Cave interested in putting anything else on WP7.

Why is Uo Poko cat's shadow an exclamation point?

With the way he's being teased, I expect Uo Poko to be unlockable Secret Fighter (or "SEACLET FIGHTER" as the game says) in this update.

[hoagie]

I got kinda lost...is there another update coming for DDP Maximum???

Thanks for the vid! I'll watch it later at home

[spadgy]

So - Dodonpachi Maximum for iOS is out October 26th. That's four days away!

Here's the guts of the press release I just got sent by Cave (minus the 13mb of sceenshots!):

October 22, 2012 CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.

DODONPACHI MAXIMUM:

VERTICAL-SCROLLING SHOOTER MAYHEM ARRIVES ON iOS October 26, 2012

CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.(Head Office:Shinjuku, Tokyo, JASDAQ Code:3760) is proud to announce the release of their new shooter “Dodonpachi: Maximum” for the iOS platform on October 26, 2012.

■DODONPACHI MAXIMUM: THRILLING BULLET-HELL ACTION ON YOUR SMART PHONE!
A brand-new take on CAVE’s classic bullet-hell gameplay blasts off in the palm of your hand. Take a
ride on weapon manufacturer EVAC Industry’s* top-secret “MBS” (Maximum Bullet Simulator) and
do battle with the fiercest weaponry imaginable. Pilot familiar ships from “Dodonpachi: Blissful
Death” and “Dodonpachi: Resurrection” as you slug it out with EVAC Company’s simulated armies! *From Cave’s classic arcade shooter: “Ketsui.”


■IN CELEBRATION OF THE iOS PORT: 4-DAY LIMITED SALE!
At CAVE WORLD, we’re celebrating Dodonpachi Maximum’s new home on iOS with a 4-day sale from October 26, 2012 to October 29, 2012. During the sale you can pick up the game for the low, low price of $6.99 compared to the normal price of $11.99. Don’t miss out!
・STREAMLINED TOUCH-SCREEN CONTROLS PUT YOU IN COMMAND

“Dodonpachi Maximum” features a simplified gameplay interface that lets you enjoy everything you
love about shooters with just your thumb! That means no on-screen buttons to fuss with (except PAUSE). There’s nothing between you and the action! Experience the joy of a manic shooter fully realized on smartphone: dodge bullet barrages and annihilate enemy ships with deft finger movement!

・DIVE INTO THE ACTION WITH EASY MODE!
Includes an Easy Mode for beginners as well! If you’re new to shooters and not quite sure you have what it takes, hone your skills with Easy Mode. Once you’ve conquered that, you’ll be a bullet-hell pro.

・READY FOR THE DEEP END? TAKE ON NORMAL MODE!
Normal Mode includes five stages, which progressively change in difficulty based on results from the previous stage. The better you are, the harder it gets, making Dodonpachi: Maximum a challenging experience for newcomers and hardcore players. If clearing the game isn’t enough, you can also master techniques for netting huge combo bonuses and collecting score items to get the highest score possible. “Dodonpachi: Maximum” offers multiple ways to play so that anyone can pick it up and enjoy.

・REMIXED SOUNDTRACK BY COMPOSER WASi303
Includes remixed tracks from hit titles like “Dodonpachi: Blissful Death” and “Dodonpachi: Resurrection” by composer WASi303.

■APPLICATION OVERVIEW
Title: Dodonpachi: Maximum
Genre: Vertical-scrolling shooter
Compatible Hardware: iPhone4, iPhone4S, iPhone5 / iPad2 Wi-Fi, iPad2 Wi-Fi+3G, iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi, iPad(3rd generation) Wi-Fi+4G.
This app is optimized for the iPhone5’s 4-inch Retina display.

*Please be aware that the app is not compatible with hardware other than the above.

*This game may not operate at intended speed when played on the iPhone 4.
Compatible OS: iOS5.1 version or later
Languages: Japanese, English
Scheduled Release Date: October 26, 2012
Price: $11.99 *On sale for $6.99 during the sale period (at the App Store)
DODONPACHI: MAXIMUM OFFICIAL SITE

*For more information on how to play, please check the official site at:
http://www.cave.co.jp/gameonline/maximum/jp/

■COPYRIGHT
©2012 CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.
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■INFORMATION REGARDING SCREENSHOTS
All screens are from a game currently in development and may vary from the final version. Copyright information must be displayed if reproducing any of the above images.
* iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and App Store are trademarks of Apple. Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
* All printed company and product names are registered trademarks.

[lemonhead]

So - Dodonpachi Maximum for iOS is out October 26th. That's four days away!

Ipod touch compatibility: none?

[Tokyo-J]

What exactly is DDP Maximum?

[BareKnuckleRoo]

Basically a DoDonPachi game where it's all a score attacking each stage separately. You start at stage 1 and then you unlock progressive stages based on if you fulfill two out of three requirements: No Miss, No Bomb, 100% kills (you can do these separately, not all need to be done in the stage at once). So you'd unlock 2-A, the easier stage 2, if you did badly on stage 1, and to unlock the tougher variants of stages you need to replay the previous stage until you meet those requirements.

Controls are very simplified - you auto fire, and when touch two fingers to the screen it uses a bomb. It's actually a really great game because it was designed around the touch controls (as opposed to complicated shot switching mechanics in Espgaluda 2 which are harder to execute on a touchscreen).

[Pyongyang]

I really like DoDonpachi Maximum. I played the heck out of it on my Lumia 800 and currently have 18/20 achievements unlocked. The last two are near-on impossible to get. In fact I think only a handful of players have actually managed all 20. The last two being related to the last boss and true last boss if I remember correctly.

Hopefully Dangun Feveron is the next WP7 exclusive.

[astroid]

Welcome
https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/id559748568?mt=8

[16bitFil]

Aww crap. IPod 5g only? Luckily, I already have DDP Maximum on my Windows Phone so this isn't a huge loss, but I hope it doesn't mean they're dropping support for the 4th gen iPod already. The 5th gen has only been out five minutes!

[MX7]

Might not run at full speed on iPhone 4 either. Might give this one a miss.

[Cagar]

Too scared to buy for my iPhone 4. Someone who is rich could buy it and tell us if it runs well.

[astroid]

Damn, my iPod4 doesn't run this game Game crashes after the logo

[Cagar]

I bought it for iPhone 4 and it runs well enough. It doesn't have any actual slowdown, only bad fps at boss deaths or another big explosions.

[DJ Incompetent]

WP7 version got its own update. Here's where that Dangun Feveron hype ended up. Supposed to be a new stage and modes also. No idea yet if the update is in the iOS ver.

[VixyNyan]

So I went back and updated my WP7 version, I'm glad to see Uoratou there! (FEEEVEEEEER~! <3)

What I didn't realize was the location of the Auto Bomb, it was in the Options.

I will give the new stage a try (it's probably inside Easy Mode), but after that there's nothing else to do, since I already beat ]-[I/34<#! in Stage 5-E back in May this year on the default difficulty. ^^

EDIT: Hm, the Easy-5-A level looks a bit different than the Normal one, different enemy groups and patterns are there (it has the title "I MR HACKING PROGRAM"). The first sub-boss is Vinogradov the multi-purpose warship boss from Ketsui. The second sub-boss is Asmodeus the stage 4 boss from ESPgaluda II (with matching arranged boss theme). The main Target Boss is Bullfrog who is also from Ketsui. o.o

Also Uoratou has 2 different attack modes too. If you stand still you do the focused beam attack that deals more damage, but if you move around you automatically do the spread attack where some of the shots are homing in on enemies.

Easy Mode Ending script
1 Minute Rae: "Ha, your simulation got cleared in a snap! Say goodbye to your career, Dr. Daugh!"
????? (Tour Conductor)(female): "... That information...will not leave this room."
1 Minute Rae: "Oh yeah?!" *does a high kick move*
????? (Tour Conductor)(female): "KYAAAA----!" *does the same to strike back*
Both: "ATA-TA-TA-TA-TA-TA-TA-TA-TA----" *they kick each other repeatedly*
1 Minute Rae: "H-How on earth..." *falls on a bed in the lab*
Tour Conductor (female): "And now to rewrite our guest's memory..."
Tour Conductor (female): "Initializing memory over-ride program."
TWO HOURS LATER
Dr. Ingram K. Daugh: "...you will quickly understand the murderous capabilities of the overwhelming firepower we have..."
Tour Conductor (female): "We're counting on you, Dr. Daugh."

[astroid]

iOs ver have Uoratou fighter by default ^_^

[Wooph]

Is this supposed to be running at 30fps? The controls also don't quite feel like 1:1. It's a bit more sensitive than the other games.

[Giest118]

I've been playing it on an iPhone 4, and I've not noticed any slowdown issues.

This game is all kinds of awesome. I've already unlocked Stage 5-E... now to begin the harrowing journey toward beating Hibachi. Lawl.

[To Far Away Times]

Probably just an update for DDP Maximum that adds playable cat.

Even if that's not the case, you can't blame them, because TEH MONEYHATZ. Microsoft is paying completely for everything Cave does on WP7, so it's no risk.

I know this is kind of an old post, but do you have a source for this? Not that I doubt it, but it would be an interesting read.

[VixyNyan]

Is this supposed to be running at 30fps? The controls also don't quite feel like 1:1. It's a bit more sensitive than the other games.

It's tough to explain but it plays at a normal speed but the frame update is at 30fps, it isn't smooth 60fps like the other games. So yea, it's supposed to run at that rate. I'm playing it on WP7 tho, but it does start to drop a lot of frames (choppiness) if a "new message" pop up appears on the top of the screen. ^^;