Developer M2 is mostly known for their expert emulation of classic titles, not for making their own games, but that’s what they’ve done with NIGHT STRIKER GEAR, a fully 3D shoot ‘em up, and a sequel to the decades-old NIGHT STRIKER from the late ‘80s/early ‘90s that released only in Japan. You play as the Night Striker, a member of the United Nations Special Tactics Action Force, who is trying to protect dignitaries from around the world who have gathered to celebrate the opening of a new resort called the Lotus Layer.
NIGHT STRIKER GEAR is out now for Nintendo Switch and PC. Check out the release trailer below:
NIGHT STRIKER GEAR is an action-packed retro 3D shoot-’em-up.
Control the special armored vehicle INTER-GRAY in third-person view, ripping through a cyber futuristic highway while shooting down enemies.
Story
Lotus Layer is a resort complex and theme park of an unprecedented scale. Dignitaries from all around the world gather to celebrate its opening, when conspiracy begins to rear its head…
The United Nations intervenes to rescue the endangered guests and reveal the true nature of the events. As a member of the United Nations Special Tactical Action Force, often referred to as the Night Striker, you set out on a nocturnal infiltration into Lotus Layer, aboard your trusted hovercar INTER-GRAY.
Shoot down the enemies who try to stop you and get to the bottom of the mystery!
Details
Long-awaited sequel to the classic arcade 3D shoot-’em-up NIGHT STRIKER (1989)
Designed and created by M2, the Operation Night Strikers collection developer (published by Taito)
All-new levels and a glamorous array of enemies presented in breathtaking graphics, utilizing the modern aspect ratio of 16:9 while staying true to the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style of the original NIGHT STRIKER.
New GEAR System that adds fresh and distinct tactical depth.
Brand new, stylish soundtrack that further accentuate the hallmark sense of rushing forward
Supports Micomsoft’s Cyber Stick (reissued) USB controller
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