Summary
- Release Year: 1997
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: PlayStation
- Developers: Alfa System
- Publishers: Sony Computer Entertainment, Working Designs
Elemental Gearbolt (1997)
Elemental Gearbolt is a vertical scrolling shoot ’em up arcade game developed by Raizing and published by Eighting. The game was released in Japan in 1997 and in North America and Europe in 1998.
The game’s story follows two sisters, Nell and Seana, who are Elementals – beings created from the souls of those who have died. The sisters must stop an evil prince from destroying the world by using the Neural Network Computer, a machine that keeps the world in balance.
Elemental Gearbolt is known for its fast-paced gameplay, colorful graphics, and catchy music. The game features a variety of enemies and bosses, each with their own unique attack patterns. Players must use a variety of weapons and power-ups to defeat their enemies and progress through the game.
The game was well-received by critics upon release, with many praising its graphics, gameplay, and music. Elemental Gearbolt has since been ported to a number of home consoles, including the Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Gameplay
Elemental Gearbolt is a vertical scrolling shoot ’em up game. Players control one of two characters, Nell or Seana, as they fight their way through hordes of enemies. The game features a variety of weapons and power-ups that players can use to defeat their enemies.
Players can choose between two different types of shots: a spread shot and a laser shot. The spread shot fires a wide spread of bullets, while the laser shot fires a single, powerful beam. Players can also collect power-ups that will increase their firepower, speed, or defense.
Elemental Gearbolt features a variety of enemies and bosses. Each enemy has its own unique attack patterns, and players must learn how to defeat them in order to progress through the game. The game also features a number of challenging bosses, each of which requires a different strategy to defeat.
Plot
The story of Elemental Gearbolt follows two sisters, Nell and Seana, who are Elementals – beings created from the souls of those who have died. The sisters must stop an evil prince from destroying the world by using the Neural Network Computer, a machine that keeps the world in balance.
The prince, known as Zorzal, is a power-hungry madman who believes that the world is corrupt and must be destroyed. He plans to use the Neural Network Computer to create a new world, one that is ruled by him.
Nell and Seana must travel through a variety of different worlds in order to reach Zorzal and stop him. Along the way, they will encounter a variety of enemies and challenges. But the sisters are determined to save the world, and they will not rest until Zorzal is defeated.
Characters
- Nell – A knight who is the older of the two sisters. She is a skilled swordsman and a powerful Elemental.
- Seana – A mage who is the younger of the two sisters. She is a skilled spellcaster and a powerful Elemental.
- Zorzal – An evil prince who is the main antagonist of the game. He is a power-hungry madman who believes that the world is corrupt and must be destroyed.
Development
Elemental Gearbolt was developed by Raizing, a Japanese video game developer. The game was directed by Yutaka Sugano, who had previously worked on other shoot ’em up games such as Battle Garegga and Soukyugurentai.
Elemental Gearbolt was released in Japan in 1997. The game was later ported to the Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Reception
Elemental Gearbolt was well-received by critics upon release. The game was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and music. Many critics also praised the game’s challenging difficulty.
Elemental Gearbolt has since been ranked as one of the best shoot ’em up games ever made. The game has been praised for its fast-paced gameplay, colorful graphics, and catchy music. Elemental Gearbolt is a must-play for fans of shoot ’em up games.
Legacy
Elemental Gearbolt has had a lasting impact on the shoot ’em up genre. The game’s fast-paced gameplay, colorful graphics, and catchy music have influenced many other shoot ’em up games. Elemental Gearbolt is also known for its challenging difficulty, which has made it a favorite among hardcore shoot ’em up fans.
Elemental Gearbolt has been ported to a number of home consoles, including the Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game has also been released on a number of compilation discs.
Elemental Gearbolt remains a popular shoot ’em up game today. The game’s fast-paced gameplay, colorful graphics, and catchy music continue to attract new fans. Elemental Gearbolt is a must-play for fans of shoot ’em up games.
Review Score
7.5/10
