Gunbird
Gunbird is a vertical-scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game developed and published by Psikyo in 1994. Players choose from a cast of eccentric characters, each with unique abilities, to battle through stages filled with enemy aircraft and massive bosses.
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About This Game
Gunbird features colorful anime-style graphics and fast-paced gameplay typical of Psikyo's shooters. The game offers multiple playable characters with distinct shot patterns and special attacks.
Known for its challenging difficulty and bullet-hell elements, Gunbird became a cult classic in the arcade shooting genre. It was later ported to various home consoles.
The game's quirky character designs and humorous elements set it apart from more serious military-themed shooters of the era.
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