Blazing Star vs Raptor: Call of the Shadows

Blazing Star is a classic Neo Geo scrolling shooter that continues the story of Pulstar, featuring pseudo‑3D prerendered sprites, anime‑style cutscenes, and Engrish voice samples. Players pilot one of six pilots rebelling against the sentient weapon Brawshella to reclaim their planets. The game offers both single‑player and co‑operative modes across Linux, Android, PC, iOS, and Mac, delivering fast‑paced arcade action with a sci‑fi backdrop and an ESRB E rating.

Raptor: Call of the Shadows puts you in the cockpit of a high‑tech fighter, blasting through interplanetary waves of enemies in a classic 1994 shareware shooter. Earn cash from each kill to upgrade a arsenal of 14 weapons and face massive boss ships at the end of every wave. The game features smooth VGA animation, MIDI music that shines on high‑end sound cards, and a single‑player campaign that rewards exploration of secrets and bonuses. It runs on modern Linux, PC, macOS, and iOS platforms, preserving the retro experience for today’s gamers.

• Beautiful pseudo‑3D sprite visuals.
• Co‑operative mode enhances replayability.
• Available on multiple platforms.
• Rich sci‑fi storyline with cutscenes.

• Fast‑paced action with diverse weapons
• High replay value through cash upgrades and secrets
• Runs on multiple modern platforms
• Iconic VGA graphics and soundtrack

• Considered easier than its predecessor Pulstar.
• Engrish voice samples may feel dated.
• Hefty ROM size for modern downloads.

• No multiplayer mode
• Graphics are dated by today’s standards
• Limited storyline depth