PS1 port of Irem's underwater shmup In the Hunt. Horizontal gameplay in ocean depths with a submarine against enemy forces. Unique atmosphere and impressive marine creatures. An original niche shmup with strong visual identity and good replayability.
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Category
Shooter2 players7+
Co-op
Description
Underwater shoot them up where the player pilots a mini submarine against an amphibious mechanical threat. Created by Irem and Kokopeli Digital Studios for the USA, Xing Entertainment for Europe, released in 1996 in the United States and Europe. Seven side-scrolling levels, missiles, torpedoes and main shots, massive bosses and simultaneous two-player mode. Western edition.
In the Hunt review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Punishing"
At the helm of a sluggish submarine in Irem's post-apocalyptic world, you face an avalanche of fire and debris where inertia complicates every dodge. Anticipating, measuring your movements and aiming on two axes become vital against massive bosses. Atmospheric yet formidable, this horizontal shooter charms with its mood and old-school demands.
NTSC-U release of Irem's undersea shmup, out a year before the European pressing. More available than the PAL version: loose hovers near 35 euros, complete around 110, with sealed still costly. A sensible entry point into this niche, marine-themed shooter without paying the PAL premium. Real demand among Irem fans, priced more reasonably than the European edition.
