ZANGEKI WARP
ASTRO PORT · 2017 · Action, Indie, Shoot 'Em Up, 2D, Bullet Hell
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Mostly Positive76% · 42
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About ZANGEKI WARP
ZANGEKI WARP is the newest game from Japan’s doujin shooting game specialists ASTRO PORT.
Take control of the hyperdimensional fighter craft ‘ZanFighter’ and use its advanced warp functions to defeat an army of space beasts controlled by an evil scientist!
ZANGEKI WARP’s warp capabilities bring a new twist to the style of Gradius, R-Type, and X-Multiply, and are the key to overcoming thrilling stages filled with traps and obstacles that would be impossible in regular shooting games. Use the warp functions to stop time, instantly warp through enemy fire and obstacles, and even to destroy enemies.
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Overview\
The year is 2054, and the galactic civilization faces an imminent threat of annihilation. Vicious BEMs (‘Bug Eyed Monsters’) developed by the evil genius scientist Doctor Benomiya have escaped containment and gone berserk.
The Super-Electric Research Center deploys the space combat craft ‘ZanFighter’ to the fortress of Benomiya on a mission to end the onslaught of the BEMs before they end civilization.
The small, but powerful ZanFighter is equipped with the super weapon ‘Warp Slash’, which makes it the only craft capable of surviving the myriad of traps in Benomiya’s fortress and countering the BEM menace.
The battle begins: Earth’s most powerful combat craft against the galaxy's deadliest threat.
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Hyperdimensional Fighter Craft ‘ZanFighter’\
A space fighter craft developed by the Super-electric Research Center, home of the legendary giant robot Supercharged Robot VULKAISER.
ZanFighter specializes in close combat and possesses a variety of special capabilities including ‘Warp Slash’ and ‘Dimensional Shockwave’. Its sophisticated and highly advanced automated systems allow its pilot to concentrate on maneuvering, firing the weapons, and effectively utilizing the warp functions listed below.
Warp Slash
The Warp Slash is a more advanced version of the ‘Tokitome Warp’ used by the combat android ‘Meguriro’ during the Gogoh War of 1977. When activated, the warp effect stops time and transmits the ZanFighter almost instantaneously to the designated coordinates.
Warp transmission utilizes multiple dimensions, allowing the ZanFighter to pass through any type of physical matter, including enemy bullets and obstacles. At the same time, it inflicts slicing damage upon any enemies that lie in the path of the warp.
Dimensional Shockwave
This area-effect attack inflicts damage upon any enemies present at the warp destination upon completion of the warp. Both the ‘Dimensional Shockwave’ and ‘Warp Slash’ make use of the distortion in the fabric of space caused by warping.
Decoy
Projects a holographic image of the ZanFighter at the warp origin. The hologram acts as a decoy, distracting enemy visuals and sensors, and drawing their fire. Decoys will disappear after a set amount of time, but a new Decoy can be redeployed at the ZanFighter’s current position when the warp is engaged again.
Magno-Electric Shield
A defensive shield that can protect the ZanFighter against one enemy attack. The shield activates when the shield energy reaches full charge. Shield energy charges automatically and also increases when enemy capsules are collected.
Omega Crash
Triggers when the Magno-electric Shield deactivates. Massive energy stored in the shield is instantly released, inflicting large damage on enemies in the surrounding area. This weapon that can turn the tables of a desperate situation.
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★★★ ZANGEKI WARP ★★★\
Created by ASTRO PORT
ASTRO PORT is a three-man Japanese development team whose collective message to the world is, ‘This is how fun action shooting games can be!” ASTRO PORT’s deep catalog of rock solid shooting games also features GIGANTIC ARMY, SATAZIUS, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and STEEL STRIDER.
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
Brutal warping and shooting combined into one tight package. I recommend checking out the trailer well to get the gist of what is going on here. It is not easy, it is in fact really hard and sessions in Zangeki Warp dont tend to be very long without a lot of practice. Despite this the game is quite fair (cough) once you learn the ropes which can take considerable time. For me this game has been one of those that i have not come even close to 'beating' as it is intended so if you are looking for casual fun skip this one or go for Satazius first. Both are hard but this one is just plain devilry sometimes when it forces you to think fast and warp around while shooting and dodging shots. It really makes you sweat for that advancement and as one might guess there is learning involved. Yep that comes along with a game of this type, it is basically unavoidable. Along with this there are the usual resolution/full screen issues again so don't expect much choice in resolutions.3 found this helpful
I had similar issues with this as I did with another of this devs games; [b]Satazius[/b]. There's a lot of trial and error in the level design, a lack of telegraphing. Other than that, it and [b]Satazius[/b] play mostly fine, but I find it a frustrating enough rough edge that I didn't want to continue and can't recommend it.2 found this helpful
ZANGEKI WARP is a creative side-scrolling shooter developed by ASTRO PORT and published by Henteko Doujin , a developer with a reputation for blending classic arcade influences with original gameplay ideas. At first glance, the game appears to be a traditional retro-inspired shoot’em up, complete with pixel-art visuals, futuristic enemies, and relentless waves of projectiles. However, beneath that familiar surface lies a surprisingly innovative mechanic that gives the game its own identity and elevates it above many genre contemporaries. The story embraces the spirit of old-school science-fiction adventures. Humanity faces a catastrophic threat from monstrous biological weapons created by the eccentric and dangerous Doctor Benomiya. To stop the invasion and prevent the destruction of civilization, players take control of the ZanFighter, a technologically advanced spacecraft equipped with experimental weaponry. While the narrative remains simple and primarily serves as motivation for the action, it successfully captures the charm of classic arcade shooters where saving the world is all the justification needed for explosive battles and daring missions. What truly distinguishes ZAN…1 found this helpful
This game is voluntarily designed as a spiritual successor of sorts to [b]Witch-bot Meglilo[/b], as the backstory is that the same institute that made that magical girl into a cyborg (and built Vulkaiser) many decades earlier, has perfected the warp technology first used with her and applied it to a new craft, which is in truth more similar to a mini-mecha, sent to battle a mad scientist and his bio-engineered army. The warp is no more merely evasive, as teleporting through enemies acts like a slash that destroys the weaker ones and severely damages the big ones. Due to its wider use, it recharges much faster than it did in [b]Meglilo[/b] and several warps can even be chained as long as there is energy. Upgrading between levels unlocks other abilities: a very useful shockwave around the point of warping, a bigger shockwave should the shield be lost, and even an afterimage that temporarily attracts enemy aggression. As the ship is small and maneuverable but fairly slow both in movement and fire rate, using these abilities to the fullest is imperative. The level design takes full advantage of the warp, with multi-directional scrolling and plenty of obstacles and traps. The early le…
Makes the mistake of forcing you to hold down the attack button when there is never any reason not to be shooting, but I fixed it with a custom steam controller config that makes the Y button a toggle that spams the A button.
Choose your review: A: Either this game is genius or I am. B: This title is so addictive, it should come with a government warning! C: Like SHMUPs? Must play! Don't like SHMUPs? Play now!
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