The Magic Mirror returns
Earlier this week, publisher City Connection revealed thatit will be bringing a string of classic Psikyo shmups to PC via Steam.We already know that first on the agenda isStrikers 1945,and we now know it will be followed up by all-time coin-op classicGunbirdin May.
Released in arcades back in 1994, before later being ported to PlayStation and Sega Saturn,Gunbirdis a great-looking, slick example of the shmup catalogue. Players guide a weird ‘n’ wacky cast of characters through seven stages of frenzied action, on a quest to construct a “magic mirror” that will grant its owner one wish.
With great pixel graphics, fast action, fun character designs, and a cool soundtrack,Gunbirdstill holds up very well today, over two decades since its original release. As with all the titles in City Connection’s shmup re-releases, players will be able to tweak various in-game options, choose from a selection of filters, and select screen orientation.
Gunbirdwill launch on PC via Steam May 11.Strikers 1945launches April 30.
