Over the past year or so shmups (shoot em ups) have been making a solid return. From games like R-Type to Darius there is no shortage of games for fans to sink their teeth in. Which brings us to Limited Run Games as they are set to bring physically to the Nintendo Switch two new shmups, Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo and Dezatopi.
Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo is as per the press release:
is a vertically scrolling ‘score’ focused shooter set in an apocalyptic mechanised world. With seven different ships to choose from, each with different attack and movement properties, this frantic paced shooter delivers deep and satisfying combat. Exciting unlockables – 14 playable mechas, branching paths, multiple endings, and much more will be unveiled as you delve deeper into the game. Quickly clearing enemies and raising your rank is key to unlocking the final stage and is just one ongoing task to complete..
The game will feature the following:
- Classic Arcade Shoot ‘Em Up: Frantic fast paced shooter action
- Dynamic Rank System: Self-adjusts to ease in new players or challenge veterans
- A Colorful Retro World: Stylized visuals mixing vector graphics and pixel art
- Apocalyptic Mechanized Setting: A story of destructive genius and human will
- Deep, Satisfying Combat: 15 handcrafted stages with 50 unique bosses
- Exciting Unlockables: 14 playable Mechas, branching paths, multiple endings, and more
- Original FM Synth Soundtrack: 60 songs to accompany your journey
As for Dezatopi, per press release:
is a classic arcade styled horizontal shooter with a huge assortment of content, which offers both value and an amazing experience. 24 different stages with 21 bosses arranged in 21 routes, with intuitive and simple controls that will please both experienced and novice gamers. Unique enemies, bosses, weapons galore and interactive components are supplemented with great art and visual backdrops.
It will feature the following:
- Classic arcade style: Straightforward game system with the thrill of dodging bullets and destroying foes, a must for any SHMUP.
- Huge volume of content: 24 unique stages with 21 bosses arranged in 21 routes.
- Intuitive controls: New yet simple controls which can be picked up by novices and veterans alike.
- Unique shop system: Purchase items on the fly in a feature new to SHMUPS.
- Dynamic rank system: 1000 steps of difficulty that automatically adjusts to suit the player’s skill.
- Amusing story: High school students and underground creatures clash against the combination and domination of two worlds.
- Unlockable bonuses: Find hidden items in each stage to open up music in the sound test, background stories, and more.
- Graphics: Colorful, eye-catching pixel art with smooth animation.
- Soundtrack: All-new music by HEY completely with FM synthesis totaling over 40 tracks.
As usual Limited Run games has for pre-order two versions of the game, a normal edition and a special edition. The normal edition of this collection will have two different covers of the game showcasing one game and a reversible side that combines both games on the cover and a color manual. As fir the special edition of the game, it will come with the following:
- Game for Nintendo Switch with reversible cover
- Special Limited Edition Box
- Colorful Game Manual
- Staff Book containing developer insights for both games.
More Info: Softcover, approx. 80 pages, 13 cm x 17 cm/5,1 in x 6,7 in - 2 CD Original Soundtrack for both games
- Double-Sided Key Visual Poster
More Info: A3 Size (29.7 cm x 42 cm/11.7 in x 16.5 in)
The normal edition of the collection is priced at $39.99 and the special edition is priced at $59.99. Pre-orders are open right now and the game will be shipping on April 14, 2023 and can be ordered at https://www.strictlylimitedgames.com/collections/dezatopia-mecha-ritz.
