Summary
Armed Police Batrider: A Manic Shooter Masterpiece
Released in 1998, Armed Police Batrider is a vertically scrolling manic shooter arcade game developed and published by Raizing/Eighting. It is known for its fast-paced action, colorful graphics, and large number of secrets.
Gameplay
The player controls teams of flying jet bikes (Batriders) each with their own pilot. Players can choose up to three of nine standard characters plus another nine unlockable characters from the previous Raizing games Mahou Daisakusen and Battle Garegga.
The game features seven stages, each with its own unique boss. The player must defeat all of the enemies on the screen in order to progress. The game also features a number of hidden secrets, which can be unlocked with codes or DIP switch settings, or found within the game itself.
Graphics and Sound
Armed Police Batrider’s graphics are vibrant and colorful. The game’s backgrounds are detailed and varied, and the character and enemy designs are unique and memorable. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a mix of catchy tunes and intense sound effects.
Story
The game’s story is set in the year 2043. The world is in chaos, and the only hope for peace lies with the Armed Police Batriders. The Batriders are a group of elite pilots who ride jet bikes and use them to fight crime and terrorism.
Reception
Armed Police Batrider was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fast-paced action, colorful graphics, and large number of secrets. It was also a hit in arcades, and it has since been ported to a number of home consoles.
Secrets
Armed Police Batrider is full of secrets. Some of these secrets can be unlocked with codes or DIP switch settings, while others are hidden within the game itself. Here are a few of the most well-known secrets:
- Hidden characters: There are nine hidden characters in the game, which can be unlocked by entering codes or by completing certain tasks.
- Hidden stages: There are two hidden stages in the game, which can be accessed by finding secret entrances.
- Secret ending: There is a secret ending in the game, which can be viewed by completing certain tasks.
Legacy
Armed Police Batrider is considered to be one of the best manic shooters ever made. It is a challenging and rewarding game that offers a lot of replay value. The game has also been influential on other manic shooters, and it is still enjoyed by fans today.
Conclusion
Armed Police Batrider is a classic manic shooter that is still enjoyed by fans today. The game’s fast-paced action, colorful graphics, and large number of secrets make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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