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Shmups in 2025: Don’t call it a comeback
We been here for years! The shmup genre isn’t making a comeback — it never left. I am used to reading articles about vinyl records every...

Zirolux
3 days ago2 min read
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Shmup is the way forward
Shmups Need Their Own Space – And It Starts With the Word "Shmup"! It’s 2025, and somehow, shmup visibility is still a struggle.  🫥...

Zirolux
Mar 151 min read
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The Nova Blast U4 is on the way
There’s something magical about the anticipation of a new arcade cab. It’s that perfect blend of nostalgia and excitement, like waiting...

Zirolux
Feb 252 min read
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What does it mean to "Get Shmupped"?
Imagine this: you stumble across a shmup (shoot-'em-up) game or STG —maybe it’s a classic like DoDonPachi , or something newer like...

Zirolux
Jan 143 min read
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Exploring the Dark Synthwave Subculture in Video Gaming
There is a niche subculture within the realm of video gaming that has been gaining traction in recent years - Dark Synthwave. Combining...

Zirolux
Dec 12, 20242 min read
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Arcade Culture: The Influence of Video Games on Music
In the realm of video gaming and music, there exists a unique and powerful connection that has been growing stronger over the years. One...

Zirolux
Dec 12, 20242 min read
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Blast Off into the Synthwave Universe of Gunvein
Whether you are a longtime fan of shmup games or are just discovering the genre, Gunvein  is a title that perfectly encapsulates the...

Zirolux
Dec 12, 20241 min read
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