R-Type DX

The original R-Type was a side-scrolling arcade game from the 80s by Irem. Here it is again on the Gameboy Color. 1999.

You play as a R-Type ship fighting against the alien empire. The game contains 5 R-type games.

R-Type I, II (regular black and white)

R-Type I, II (Gameboy Color)

All new R-Type DX

All of the R-Type games are very difficult. I think R-Type II could be the easiest. This game takes timing, patience and good reaction skills. Probably one of the hardest shooter games out there. Your ship must not run into anything on screen unless it is a power-up. You have to do a lot of maneuvering on screen while the screen slowly moves forward (or right to left). If you want a challenging shooter for gameboy they you should play R-Type DX (Deluxe).

Graphics: 8 out of 10

Music and sound: 7 out of 10

Game play: 7 out of 10

Presentation: 5 out of 10

Overall: 7.7 out of 10

Metal Storm

Irem presents this single player 1991 side-scrolling video game called "Metal Storm".

You play as a robot and shoot the robotic enemies on each level. The game is not very long but the levels are really well made. The game play is very fun and something new! You can flip and play through the levels upside-down. Many levels require you to jump and flip to shoot the enemies and get past obstacles. Your M-308 gunner explodes if he is hit (one time). There are power-ups throughout the game that will help you attack and survive.

This is one great game for the Nintendo Entertainment System. The music can get old, but most of the time it is worth listening to. The graphics are stunning for an 8-bit system. The presentation is sleek and simple. This game provides challenges and the levels get more difficult. I think there should be more levels. In the end, this is a fun game and one of the best 2D "plat-former" games I have played. If you can find this game it is worth a play.

Graphics: 9 out of 10
Music and sound: 8.4 out of 10
Game play: 9.5 out of 10
Presentation: 8.8 out of 10

Overall: 9.2 out of 10