I need to demonstrate our approach is viable. But for my next step, I’d really like to work on Space Harrier. This is a unique game in Sega’s history that projected us into some incredible worlds and experiences. But the success of Thunder Force VI is the key to any future projects.

So…the future of a title that a ton of people would like to see hinges on the success of a niche game nobody really cares about? And you wonder why people hate you, Sega.

Saving Shooters [Edge]

You might not be as thrilled as I was to see first gameplay footage of Thunderforce VI for the PlayStation 2, but that’s largely due to you having no soul and/or no Japanese console to play it on. It may also have something to do with my Sega Genesis nostalgia, as Thunderforce II is a game I bought twice over, back when funds were nigh impossible to come by as a 14 year old. Yes, that warrants three exclamation points.

Don’t miss those beefy shot sound effects and classic shot types, even if you’re distracted by the totally metal soundtrack. Here’s one late birthday gift I’m treating myself to.