Gradius Origins: The Ultimate Konami Shmup Collection
Gradius Origins, often referred to as Gradius Collection (or Gradius Portable in Europe/NA), compiles five monumental titles from Konami's influential Gradius series. This collection is essential for fans of the shoot 'em up genre, showcasing the evolution of the iconic Vic Viper and the innovative Power Meter system.
Category
Shooter, Action, Arcade
About
Gradius Origins, often referred to as Gradius Collection (or Gradius Portable in Europe/NA), compiles five monumental titles from Konami's influential Gradius series. This collection is essential for fans of the shoot 'em up genre, showcasing the evolution of the iconic Vic Viper and the innovative Power Meter system.
Piloting the advanced spacecraft Vic Viper, players must navigate through intense, side-scrolling stages, facing the bio-mechanical forces of the Bacterion Empire. The game is known for its challenging difficulty and its unique upgrade system where collected capsules allow the player to strategically select power-ups, including Speed Up, Lasers, Missiles, and the beloved Options (Multiples). This compilation features: Gradius I (Arcade), Gradius II: Gofer no Yabou (Arcade), Gradius III: Densetsu kara Shinwa e (Arcade), Gradius IV: Fukkatsu (Arcade), and Gradius Gaiden (PlayStation). Gradius Gaiden, in particular, is a highlight, being a title previously exclusive to the PlayStation console.
Features
- Includes 5 historically significant games in the Gradius series: Gradius I, II, III, IV, and Gradius Gaiden.
- Classic Power Meter system allowing strategic, on-the-fly customization of the Vic Viper.
- Multiple customizable settings for aspect ratio and screen orientation.
- Experience pure, fast-paced arcade shooter action.
- Gradius Gaiden offers four unique power-up configurations for deep replayability.
Ratings
User Reviews
- An absolute masterpiece collection for any shmup enthusiast. Gradius Gaiden alone is worth the price of admission. Highly recommended for arcade purists.
- The definitive way to play the classic Gradius titles on a modern platform. The ports are faithful and the action is relentless and challenging.
- Gradius Origins brings back serious nostalgia. The difficulty curve is steep, but the satisfaction of mastering the power-up system is unparalleled.