RayStorm is an exceptional Taito PS1 vertical shmup with a revolutionary lock-on system allowing simultaneous targeting of multiple enemies. Stunning pre-calculated 3D visuals, memorable soundtrack. An absolute vertical shmup masterpiece on PS1, between RayForce and RayCrisis.
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Shooter1 player7+
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Japanese Taito shoot them up, second installment of the Ray trilogy, vertically-scrolling 3D with lock-on lasers. Created by Taito, released in 1996 in Japan, 1997 in the United States and Europe under the RayStorm title. Eight vertically-scrolling 3D levels, two ships armed with cannons and multi-target lock-on lasers, original and arrange modes and Tamayo Kawamoto electronica soundtrack. Multi-regional edition under the RayStorm title.
A vertical shoot them up from Taito, RayStorm evolves the RayForce formula into 3D, with its multiple lock-on system that lets you target several enemies spread across two depth planes before destroying everything in one salvo. This exhilarating mechanic, the spectacular staging and the polished electronic soundtrack make it a striking, stylish shmup. The high difficulty calls for perseverance. An excellent vertical shooter to recommend for genre fans and snappy tactical scoring.
