Climb into the cockpit of an otherworldly war machine and fly into battle against a horrifying alien race bent on eradicating humanity to preserve their own civilization.
Players wield a versatile mech that can execute a variety of attacks and maneuvers. The player can use a lock-on scatter shot, a focused directional shot, a blade attack, and special EX attacks that blend ranged and melee options. Mastering the timing and situational use of these different abilities is key to success.
The gameplay seamlessly switches between side-scrolling, top-down, and 3D viewpoints, keeping the action fresh and making it challenging to predict enemy movements and bullet patterns. This dynamic camera shift mechanic adds an extra layer of depth to the gameplay.
The scoring system rewards skillful play. Shooting enemies with standard attacks builds up a multiplier, which significantly boosts when using melee blade attacks to finish them off. This encourages players to masterfully weave together ranged and close-quarters combat for maximum points.
Players can choose from multiple difficulty settings, making the game accessible to both newcomers and seasoned shoot 'em up fans. The "Original" and "Arranged" modes provide different control schemes and challenge levels. Online leaderboards also add significant replayability for those chasing high scores.
Players can cancel enemy projectiles by striking them with blade attacks, adding depth to the bullet-dodging challenge. Players must strategically time their melee strikes to clear a path through the barrage of enemy fire.
The mech's ranged and melee capabilities, such as the lock-on scatter shot, focused directional shot, and blade dash, all feel like natural extensions of the mech's design, creating a satisfying and well-rounded gameplay experience.