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I think you are talking about 1942 which was made by Capcom?I used to love this too.
What 90's arcade game features a flying ship and multiple upgrades?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around identifying a 90's arcade game featuring a flying ship that attacks ground and air targets, with multiple weapon upgrades. Participants share memories and details about gameplay mechanics, visual style, and potential titles, exploring various possibilities without reaching a consensus.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants recall a game with a flying ship that attacks both ground and air targets, featuring multiple upgrades for weapons.
- One participant mentions the game being playable on SEGA and describes the movement mechanics as up and down, with the screen scrolling to simulate forward flight.
- Another participant suggests that the game might be more complex than "Defender," which was proposed as a possible title.
- Some participants express uncertainty about the exact title, noting that many games fit the description of side-scrolling shooters.
- There are mentions of other games like "Raiden," "Star Fox," and "Xevious," with some participants drawing parallels based on gameplay elements.
- One participant suggests "Carrier Airwing" and describes a top view of aircraft facing off against other aircraft and ground tanks, highlighting specific upgrade features.
- Another participant proposes "Raptor" as a potential match, describing it as a vertical scrolling game with upgrades and boss battles.
- There are suggestions of other titles like "UN Squadron," "Mars Matrix," and "Gunbird," with some uncertainty about their relevance.
- One participant recalls "1942" as a possible title, linking it to Capcom.
- Another participant emphasizes the importance of knowing the game developer to narrow down the search.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the specific game title, with multiple competing views and suggestions remaining throughout the discussion.
Contextual Notes
Participants express uncertainty about specific details, such as the game developer and the exact mechanics of upgrades, which may depend on personal memories and interpretations of gameplay.
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