Earthion

"Earthion is a modern shoot &s;em up throwback that does an exceptional job of embodying what made the 16-bit era so special for the genre."

"Earthion delivers on its promise, delivering a true modern classic that manages to engage and entertain despite its obvious nostalgic appeal. Ultimately, fans of 16-bit games will feel right at home with this release, but newcomers and curious gamers will …"

"With a timeless look, a memorable soundtrack, and gameplay that encourages repeated attempts, Earthion stands out as one of the best ’90s-style shoot ’em ups, as well as a curious contemporary highlight created for a console nearly 40 years old."

"In an era where the industry is trying to change the generation of consoles faster and faster, seeing a new title of such high quality being developed on hardware that is almost 40 years old makes us think about our …"

"Earthion has an enviable pedigree and sports tight, varied, and entertaining gameplay that make it an instant classic. And of course, its soundtrack rocks HARD."

"Earthion is a beautiful love letter to the Sega Genesis and the 16-bit era in general, co-authored by someone who helped define its greatness — Yuzo Koshiro."

"Earthion delivers everything that nostalgic fans of a quality shoot &s;em up needed: a solid, concise game, with graphics that hark back to the golden age of video games, but with a beautiful touch of modernity."

"Earthion is an excellent game for the Genesis. Even with the issues I had with it, I’m still going to keep playing it. I also will be picking up the cartridge release next year — it’s just that good of …"

"Earthion is one of the most impressive retro-style shooters in recent memory. While Ancient’s latest offering doesn’t reinvent the genre, it delivers on all fronts with tight controls, satisfying combat, and a few smart updates to the classic formula. Whether …"

"Simple things done well will always be enjoyable; it&s;s not always necessary to rethink how video game concepts are presented to players to ensure a pleasant experience. Earthion is proof that starting a game that engages the player right away …"

"Earthion is a love letter to shmup fans and SEGA enthusiasts, blending Gradius-inspired mechanics with Thunder Force-style flair, stunning 16-bit visuals, and a nostalgic Yuzo Koshiro soundtrack. While some visual clutter hampers precision play, its clever boss battles, relentless level …"

"Earthion is an absolute masterpiece, both as a shmup and a modern game in general. It&s;s beautiful, engaging, has a heart-pumping soundtrack, and is the type of game that keeps you coming back again and again. This is a special …"

"Earthion, a new side-scrolling space shooter, is made by Ancient Corporation – a fitting moniker. The studio is run by Yuzo Koshiro, who made his fa..."

"Earthion is a stellar shooter that not only captures the heart of Genesis shooters, but brings the genre forward with stellar visuals, interesting mechanics, and a soundtrack that I could blast on repeat. I love that we live in a …"

"Earthion is a pretty good horizontal shooter.. but that’s basically it. You’ve played dozens, maybe hundreds of similar games released since the early 90s. What might make it stand out a bit is the fact it’s got a TRULY FANTASTIC …"

"Earthion is a title aimed at a specific niche: fans of the 16-bit era and the side-scrolling spaceship genre. The title doesn&s;t seek to expand its reach, but instead delivers a polished experience within its niche. It&s;s certainly a title …"

"Earthion is one of the most enjoyable and accessible shoot ‘em ups I&s;ve ever played, with tons of variety and nostalgic gameplay."

"Earthion is a love letter to the golden age of 16-bit shooters. Developed by Ancient and composed by the legendary Yuzo Koshiro, it delivers tight controls, stunning pixel art, and an unforgettable synth soundtrack. Its upgrade system adds real depth …"

"Earthion is an ode to Mega Drive games, arcades, and the very history of video games. It perfectly emulates the style of the classics that shaped the industry, delivering an experience that will take you back to the good old …"

"Earthion is an amazing shoot &s;em up, that by no means revolutionizes the world, and those who are already lukewarm toward the genre may not find a new favorite here either. But it’s impossible not to appreciate how everything that …"

"Overall, Earthion is an amazingly good shmup and genuinely feels like some kind of forgotten gem. The main game mechanics are involved but also streamlined, coupled with insanely fast-paced yet still extremely detailed visuals. The music and sound effects are …"

"Designed for 16-bit hardware, Earthion looks and plays like a blast from the past. That&s;s not a bad thing, though, and had Earthion released 30 years or so ago it would have blown my tiny mind. In the modern day …"

"Earthion is an outstanding achievement – a blissfully retro shmup experience with just enough modern sensibilities to make it appeal to an all-new generation of players. With sublime pixel artwork, a scorching score, and a creative campaign that keeps you …"

"Earthion is the new shoot &s;em up from Ancient Corporation that takes us back to the days of the Mega Drive, reminding us that there are genres and consoles that age like fine wine. An atypical gem that arrives too …"

"Earthion is a terrific piece of work. It&s;s more an accomplished production, arguably, than a shoot &s;em up of incredible highs, but at the same time, that&s;s part of its charm. It has a different feel thanks to its shield …"

"Earthion is a perfect encapsulation of the timelessness of the SEGA Genesis. Ancient and Yuzo Koshiro have set the gold standard on how to breathe life into a shoot-em-up while innovating its reach to be fun for all players. Despite …"