"Galaga '90" - Turbo Views #18 (TurboGrafx-16 / Duo / Wii game REVIEW!)

[Polywanacraka]

And to clear the Gaplus/Galaga 3 issue : Galpus was its own game but Namco changed its name in a later revision to Galaga 3 simply to increase sales. That's why we saw the 2 machines with the exact same game...

[Polywanacraka]

I think my problem with this one is my love for the 1981 arcade original. But for those of you that didn`t sink their quarters in the machine back then it`s a must try as it will test your reflexes in a way that a modern fps game can`t. Chris you handled this review superbly as it`s archaic mecanics are hard to summerize for today`s gamers... A great job. However will it make young gamers buy it? I doubt it but they have a shot at updated history right there, it's only up to them to grab it...

[vato76]

I would have given it a 5/5 tho because i always felt like this game really showed the full potential of the TG16. It was beautiful and they really held no holds barred. The music was great and very varied throughout. I spent a lot of time with this game. A true classic.

[spida1a]

@vato76 Cool. I enjoyed it as well.  Thanks for sharing, watching and have a Happy New Year :)

[paulspydar]

isit worth paying between $20 & $25? just for the Hu-card no manual box artwork etc...

[HornetFellow]

Peppy Hare- "CHOOSE (BOMBS) DUALS WISELY!!!"

[spida1a]

@HornetFellow Ha ha. Awesome. Thanks for watching!

[Corad4]

Oh, also, when you said that Galaga 90/88 was the third game in the serie, think it would be the forth one, 'cause of Gaplus is in fact, Galaga 3

[spida1a]

@Corad4 I didn't say it was the third game. I said it was the third "sequel," which would be correct.

[Corad4]

@spida1a oh... my bad...sorry about that :s

[JerryTerrifying]

Oh my God I LOVE Galaga...but man this version is fucking AMAZING! Galaga's what I keep in my 7800...but after trying out Galaga 90 I'm going to track me down the HuCard and play this shit proper.

[spida1a]

Ha ha . Cool, thanks for watching. :)

[scir91]

the "fork in the space" ("fork in the road" from OutRun) featuring a variety of paths is an awesome idea. i think this game really improved over the original.

[lord35ar]

Isn't Gaplus a sequel to the original Galaxian too ?? (at the arcades). great video.

[spida1a]

@lord35ar Sure is. That is why this is the "third sequel." Thanks for watching, as always! :)

[TURBODUO1]

Spida1a ! I want to buy ALL 3 DVDS ! I went to the site you recommended, and I couldn't get it to work. PLEASE help me out ! I really want all of your dvds !!!!

[TURBODUO1]

I love this game ! Actually, I think it's better than the original ! I think adding bosses and combining 3 ships are just a few of the reasons why I like it more !Spida1a, I subscribed to your awesome site, and I truly enjoy watching your reviews on THE TURBOGRAFX 16 / TURBO DUO SYSTEMS / GAMES !!!! The most underrated system in the world, that died out WAY TOO SOON !!!! Keep er going man !!!!

[spida1a]

Well, for someone with an awesome screen-name like that......I'm honored.  :)

Thanks for watching and supporting the show!!

[Phoenix1251]

So Technically This Was A Game From The Future At The Time It Was Released?

[VecTron5]

Wasn't 'Gaplus' the arcade sequel to Galaga?

[spida1a]

@VecTron5 Yes. It was. This is the third sequel. Whew.....so many games, so little time. ha ha!

[dingo931]

this game would rule if it had a two-player co-op to add to the story like playthru :D

[Psycausis]

Bravo! Good review!

I never had the patience to go all the way through this one but, it is one of my favorites in the Galaga series.

It would've been nice if they'd went with the original '88 title and maybe even done a port of Gaplus as well but, it's still great for nostalgia.

[ace3093]

I just purchased a Turbo Duo and I will be getting this game! I remember playing this at a friends house in hight school. I had a genesis at the time and always wanted this game! Great review.

[spida1a]

Hey, thanks so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Nothing better than memories, you know? :)

Thanks for watching!

[loomp]

Galaxian is not that great a game but I love Galaga but Galaga 88 is not so good, I prefer the original Galaga but there was a better remake called Galaga Arrangement from Namco Classic Collection Volume 1 in the arcade and Namco Museum on the GameCube/PS2. Galaga Arrangement has 2-player Co-op and should be bought along with Namco Museum: 50th Anniversary if you want Galaga 88 and a Wii NES Retroport for the GC ver instead.

[gnovakIII]

Galaxian, Galaga, Gaplus, Galaga '88, Galaga '90.......good times

[spida1a]

Definitely.......a lot of memories. :)

Thanks for watching!

[Konuvis]

ah the memories! it's sweet the kept the music!

I might pick it up we'll see.

[evenmorebetter]

If this had unlimited continues, I'd own it already.

[spida1a]

Yeah, but honestly.....it's not "that" hard of a game. You could beat it in no time. :)

Thanks for watching!

[n1nt3nd0PWNZ1111]

Anyone know where I can find the source code for this game?

[atarileaf]

One of my favorite TG-16 games. Great video of it. Thanks!

[Progearspec]

Classic shoot'em up by namco i offen recomend it,to any one that is starting out on the tg16/pce spida.Shame that is short but is good for that quick pickup and play at least.

[spida1a]

Good point. Yes, it's definitely a great starter game! :)

[avenuePad]

I agree, it does end a little quick. Though the arcade is definitely a notch up in the difficulty department. I can rack up a huge score, on the most difficult run on Galaga '90, but Galaga '88 in the arcade I have yet to beat.

In the end though, it's a great port of an arcade classic.

Nice review. :)

[mhc12k]

I beat this, it gets hella hard towards the end.

[HalfBlindGamer]

Great review again! I'd probably really enjoy this game, I was always very fond of Galaga, and this seems like a lot of fun!

[spida1a]

If you were fond of Galaga, you would like this game. Definitely!

[HappyConsoleGamer]

Yeah this is one of 2 games that sold me on the Pc Engine back in the day.

Nice view!!

[spida1a]

Yup, same here.  Thanks! :)

[SAGAIA2]

I love this game :D

[adamthegamer2008]

I love Galaga! Galaga 90' looks cool, I'm putting this on my list! great review!

[ScrewAttackEurope]

Lol, Blaster Blister, you'll have to patent that name ^_^

For the record, there's been about four different games calling themselves Galaxian 3 if anyone ever argues with you! There is a Galaxian 3 arcade machine, massive eight player cinema screen machine.

[spida1a]

Yup, blaster blisters SUCK!

[ScrewAttackEurope]

What do yuo call the blister from doing too many hadokens with a SNES pad? :D

[Vikturus22]

This does look like a good Game! Great review again Chris!

[starsoldier1]

Yeah, it sucks that the game has to end in a few levels here but I still love going back to it and trying the different paths. Maybe this is actually Galaga 4 because there was another game in the series called Gaplus too but I think that was a Japanese exclusive. Again man awesome review.

[spida1a]

Well right........that's why I said "third sequel." ;)

I agree. I couldn't give it a 4/5 but it is quite addicting. And I really love playing it. You know?

[starsoldier1]

Heh heh, yeah the simple design does hurt it a bit especially compared to some Turbo shooters like Blazing Lazers.

[SAGAIA2]

It actually came to the west as "Galaga 3" and the only home port of it for very long time until Namco Museum 2 came out was for Commodore 64 of all consoles.

[starsoldier1]

Oh no, did I miss a Galaga 2 there?

[SAGAIA2]

Yeah it is called "Galaga" lol