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Vertical Force

by Hudson Soft·published by Hudson Soft, Nintendo of America

1995Kids to Adults10
Virtual Boy

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About

This is a Gradius style top down shooter with the standard power-ups of Laser, Wide Shot, and Shield.

Each power-up can be enhanced up to three levels. You can also pick up AI Drones that can be powered up as well.

You can use up to four drones or they can be placed into reserve. Three types of drones are available. Laser, Wide Shot and Repair. Each can be powered up to 4 levels. Repair drones carry out repairs that restore your damage meter when they are not fighting.

The 3D component of this game has you switching between high-altitude and low-altitude to face the enemies.

Ways to play

Modes

Single player

Perspective

Bird view / Isometric

Languages

1 languages, with audio, subtitles and interface
Languageaudiosubtitlesinterface
English

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Number of Players Supported

1 Player

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Also known as

Vertical ForceJapanese title - romanization

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Facts

Developer

Hudson Soft

Released

1995

Platforms

Virtual Boy

Age ratings

ESRBKids to Adults

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Tags

Top-downArcadeShooterSci-fi / futuristic