Around 43FPS on OpenGL, DSP LLE and 4x native resolution. But it's not over. The graph below charts the compatibility with Star Soldier R since Dolphin's 2.0 release, listing revisions only where a compatibility change occurred. Star Soldier R is one of several video games released exclusively as WiiWare through the Wii Shop Channel. What's here is really great and this game has all the makings of being a fantastic shoot 'em up. Nah, I still don't see it. Star Soldier R received mixed reviews. The controls and FPS are silky smooth, and if you like score attack games then this is nirvana.Excellent review too! I'm quite proud of myself since I find the game to be a big challenge, especially when it comes to beating other people for Star Soldier supremacy on the leaderboards. If you've got it in you to, you can eventually overcome and match the skill required to get on leaderboards, but only after having honed your self to that old school fast action thought process and reaction skill required to flow through and dance the great dance to the programmers masterful level layouts and enemy timing and placement of old arcade style games like this. A new rat race to the $50 price point is not the goal. Of course I have been bumped down in the ranks very quickly. Sadly, Hudson has decided to make this new entry in the series completely time-based and this is likely to turn off many gamers who are expecting a more complete package. Star Soldier R bound for US WiiWare. It was released with the Japanese launch of WiiWare on March 25, 2008, in North America on May 19, 2008, and in Europe on May 20, 2008 with the European launch of WiiWare. I wish I could play this at the mall or beach for a true arcade expeirence. A ray of hope for human survival, the Caesar was was launched into space from Base Cleopatra on Earth. I'd much rather have paid 500 Wii Wii Points than the 800 it cost, but it doesn't matter what I think. they began to repair themselves, and swarmed the caesar to protect their commanding unit. A very fun and engaging game! - No Fowl Play Here, This Is A Great Detective Adventure. I just noticed there is no video under the review like in VC-Reviews. AH! Holy Mary mother of Jesus, are you people insane? (Making lots of mean, growling noises.). Yeah, I think I'll get this! It looks great but the Time Limit ruins it for me. We're so used to VC games that with WiiWare, we're expecting full titles. Grr!). Fire at it from the sides and it will turn from green to red. This does remind of the good old days at the arcade trying to get high scores. Although not complex, it was noted for it's hidden bonuses and allowed for a great deal of score challenges. Have you beaten the second boss yet? These are still basically titles that are being put together rather quickly and generally by much smaller development teams, some with quite a bit less experience than some of the big boys out there. Haven't played it in a while, to busy writing these reviews up for a Pod cast, lol. At least not to the point of a retail release. When the two minute mark is up, I can't help but feel jarred by being suddenly dropped out of the game. And thank you for your kind words. Wiirocks, I couldn't agree with you more. The lower the prices go, the more consumers will pick up these games as impulse buys. You're probably already doing this, but maybe you have some other method of racking up those 996,000 points. (Anyone got any tips for beating him AFTER you blow off his arms?). Please sign in to leave a comment. Having just had an uber-powerful ship, getting kicked out of the game like that is not satisfying in the slightest. The first game, named Star Soldier, appeared on the MSX and NES in 1986, and the series has continued on various gaming systems. Once again, you feel jarred as soon as the 5 minutes are up. The game has two types of primary power-ups, in the form of red and blue capsules. I can't wait to read, and comment on, more articles from you wonderful reviewers and journalists. The time-limit is a sad thing, but the game is a great thing. This is the second game in the Soldier series. If they want the great, unwashed masses to buy their game, they need to price their games appropriately. Red power-up capsules enhance the offensive ability of the player's ship, eventually resulting in a five-way shot. Bought this game an hour ago and just broke 800,000. mounted a prototype model CS-00A recon and assault vessel - known as the "Caesar" - with an Oberstein Unit, rendering it capable of interplanetary travel. Having said all that, I do understand why some don't feel that this game, even at 800 Wii Points, is worth the money. Nintendo's platform for independent developers officially dated; nine games available at launch. launched galactic shooter, Star Soldier R for WiiWare on Wii begins Now if they had promised addition DLC support for this game in the form of extra level designs then that would have sold it for me. Should I get this one? Sure you've played a zillion shooters that were far longer - if you've played that many shooters than you certainly know that this is the closest thing you're getting to inivation in this stale genre, at least one that's not from Kenta Cho. Sadly, I have never played Radiant Silvergun. I'm pressing forward in the tourney. Devastating! The object is not to complete it, but to get the highest score. I'd like to see these WiiWare titles priced more appropriately. Yes, get Soldier Blade or Super Star Soldier, both of those are the best in the series. this part of the boss is a great use for your satellites. (give me like 10 hours and then you'll see ). The result leaves me very confused and unsure about how I feel about the game. Guess I'll have to giv--. Actually, I think publishers are the ones who should be approaching the service differently. Additionally, players can play Quick Shot Mode to see if they have the fastest trigger fingers around! It couldn't hurt. I am however finding it really addictive and great fun. The music is awesome and the graphics and the presentation are top-notch. The soundtrack is also quite good. With enough practice, it should be possible to break the million point barrier. July, August, and September 2020 Progress Report, Dolphin SVN R 4738 - Star Soldier R (WiiWare) - Nintendo Wii Emulator, https://wiki.dolphin-emu.org/index.php?title=Star_Soldier_R&oldid=170822, VersionCompatibilityVersion Template missing notes. And I've also enjoyed the discussion we've had as well. After a grueling battle, humanity narrowly escaped annihilation. I didn't realise there were web based scoreboards! Instead of a traditional progressive level structure, the game revolves around time attack-style gameplay, called Caravan mode, with players aiming to score as many points as possible in either two- or five-minute game modes in one of the game's levels. i like fact there's more strategy and depth to it then you think.Isn't this type game refer to as caravan title, beening only couple minutes long. Who knew 5 minutes of gameplay was all it needed, huh? The game features classic Star Soldier gameplay combined with 3D graphics. (Though seriously, would 4 more levels for Star Soldier have been so bad?) Same - completed 2min mode. You do have your choice of three different modes of play. If you are not yet registered, you may click here to register. Between Radiant Silvergun and Nights, what more could a gamer want? The game features classic Star Soldier … It doesn't work that way. registration for both a tournament and a sweepstakes for the recently To do that, the prices should stay low and accessible. After an initial victory by the J.F.E., the Core Brain, the central unit of the Brain Forces, begins closing in from light years away. Please Note: This review was originally published on wiiware-world.com. I have over 2,000,000 Points now as of this morning (yep, you heard that right) and I'm ranked.. ummm... 21st in Canada for 5-Min (18th in 2-Min). Hosted by 44 Bytes. Just fine and dandy. 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