I believe that in a few years we will look back and realize what a golden age of shooters we are living right now. We must consider ourselves lucky. Thanks for putting your time and efforts in revitalizing this community. #CottonFantasy

I can't tell you how much I appreciate your videos. Due to the fact that shooters aren't mainstream anymore, I sort of rely on your videos to essentially keep me informed on what to play next. Thanks again for all you do! #CottonFantasy

You have gotten me into shooters. A genre that seemed impossible for me to get into. Ive played and beaten both touhou 7 and 8 on easy, even beating 8 1cc on my first try. i hope to continue to try and get better and play more games. #CottonFantasy

Been singing this game's praises since its original Japanese release. A feature-packed and really well-designed shooter with lots of replay value. Not sure if I prefer it over Cotton Reboot!, but both games are stellar. Hope it does well enough for us to get even more Cotton in the future!

Cotton Reboot is the first Cotton I've played and it's one of the most fun shmups. I'M definitely picking this up.

I love that there's a whole stage based on Sanvein. YOU HAVE THE PRIVILEDGE TO CONTINUE THIS MISSION

This is why i don't think the shmup genre is "dead" because it's "outdated" or something like that, i just think it's "slept on" , there's a lot that can be done with them but most high budget devs are not even trying. There's probably a lot of other genres in the same situation waiting to be taken to the next level

Finally playable without importing - still one of the best JP E-shop purchases I've ever mad.

just wanna say, i've always had an interest in shmups but never took the dive. after watching yours and electric underground videos for a few days i bought deathsmiles on steam and got my arcade stick out of storage from my short stint with fighting games. played through twice on difficulty 2, rank one, and probably used 2 continues on the first playthrough...probably 5 on my second cuz drinks lol. but OMG it is so much fun. being 38 with a family...being able to sit down for 30 minutes and blast through a game is so great. last couple years modern with open worlds, i just don't have the time for it. i've played lifeforce, abadox and gradius on the nes and loved them...happy i decided to try out the more modern stuff. i'll probably never get good at these games, but thanks for the channel for a direction to get started

Can't wait to get my collector's edition! I MUST HAVE EVERY GOD DAMN CUP!!

I have watched a few reviews on this game. Your review, as always, blows the other reviews out of the water! You always put so much more thought and care into your videos. You can tell you really love this genre! Thanks again Junkie!! #COTTONFANTASY

Got this on Playasia a few months ago after seeing the awesome Cotton Rock N Roll review you did. Maybe this is the best Cotton game so far. Pretty cool effects

Multiple Characters with differing playstyles, awesome music, Multiple branching paths!? This sounds really awesome installment. I totally buy this one, but not now as I haven't completely dived deep in Reboot. When I have really finished Reboot, I'll totally going to get Fantasy afterwards.

Horizontal shmups are something I played all the time back on SNES, and seems the industry has drifted away from in favor of vertical type. #COTTONFANTASY looks to be a return to those glory days, and I hope to give it a shot.

Character variety and OST are outstanding. I would pick this up just for the music alone. Thanks for covering just about every aspect of this game.

It's nice to see that they added extra attack patterns in higher difficulties instead of just tuning up the numbers

The backgrounds are absolutely incredible. This is random but some of the art direction there made me think how amazing a modern day Gunstar Heroes could actually be.

I watched your other #cottonfantasy video months ago and was tempted but not quite sold. I put it in the SLG basket and just left it there. I watched this video and this time around i am sold. This really reminds me of a parodius / otomedius / harmful park thrown in with Gradius 5 shifting cameras, and i played way too much G5 back in the day. So i purchased it and now am looking forward to spending hours on this one too. Thanks again for not only revisiting this game and updating the international release, but for your continued top quality reviews and content.

Happy that we're getting a new #CottonFantasy game after some of the misses we had last year with the updated ports. Hopefully, this will pave the way for newer games of older classics.

Killer review as always! Just got my copy from play asia yesterday for the PS4. Playing it on my PS5, I personally didn't notice much lag if any at all. From what I tried out so far, it played great and very smooth. Thanks for the video, another banger.

Imported the collector's edition of the game back in December, arrived in January. Got into the series through Reboot. Rock N' Roll was absolutely worth my money, feels good to play a game in this current year with a ton of unlockables much like games back then. Great review!

I’m hopeless at Shoot em ups but love your channel. Just because I’m rubbish doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy them. Will be picking up this beauty today.

glad to see this genre still alive and well, i played all sorts of styles but hold some Shmups games to heart

I was interested in the Cotton series after your last video, but I'm totally sold now!

Imported Rock & Roll after your recommendation and loved it! Side bonus was playing as Ria sold me on Psyvariar Delta as well. We need more shooter crossovers!

Great videos, lots of useful information! Discovered an amazing KZfaqr. Thank you for your work! I have a huge request. Make a video about exclusive shmups coming out only for PC and DOS in 1990s - 2010. Thaks!

It’s only May but it’s already been a busy year for Shmups! And saying that, I’m guilty as charged of neglecting this absolute banger of a game that I got on Japanese release and instead, playing other great games released in the first 5 months of the year! It’s been awesome revisiting this top notch review and it has made me want to slap that cart in to my switch and pay this game the justice it deserves. The polygonal look is simple but it moves at a solid frame rate and has a stunning level design…It’s Cotton if it was released on Naomi arcade boards and ported the Dreamcast which is a huge plus for me! Thanks for re-releasing this review and paying it the love it deserves once again….oh, and 19.9K subscribers…..congrats man, 20K will soon be there 💪💪

Happy you showcased this one, having trouble finding shmups for the modern consoles and this one just looks amazing. Reminds me of old Dreamcast days but with better graphics. Good to know it's actually good on the Switch as well, gives me options to get on the console it goes on sale for first.

Rock n Roll is a very accomplished game which is competent in all aspects and polished to a decent level. Given the studio doesn't seem to have a shooter background its one of the standout shooters released in a long time and the devs really pulled out all the stops.

I'm so glad shooters have made such a comeback. I was sad when street fighter 2 temporarily derailed the popularity of shooters. I love Cotton fantasy, the backgrounds are beautiful like Klonoa or Tomba 2. This shooter has the magic!

Awesome review! I love the Cotton series, this convinced me to get it :) love your channel man, keep up the awesome work! The switch is a STG gamers dream come true with all these releases

It all feels, Dreamcast to me (and probably not the only one). Especially that sky castle fortress. The colour scheme reminds me of power stone when I see that ship. I love it.

I can’t wait to play #CottonFantasy and Pocky and Rocky: Reshrined. Thank you for the review.

As someone getting back into shmups recently (largely thanks to you and Mark MSX) these new Cotton releases have been perfect for me. I also wanted to say that I appreciate the amount of effort and enthusiasm that you put into your videos; they always get me pumped to pop into a shmup session. Keep up the great work. #COTTONFANTASY

Wow, this review is impressive! I have played barely Cotton 1 and 2 in the Mames and not touched them so much, because now seem like Cotton has come with a long history of remakes and adapting to the newer generations! While I admit I don't know much of the homage characters, this makes me remember the good Otomedius and it's homage to a lot of Konami Shmups, definitely I have to try this and the newer Cotton remakes!! P.D: What is your opinion about the future remake of Tatsujin / Truxton? Have a nice day 😀

Your video got me hooked on Cotton Reboot so now I’ve played every single Cotton game this past year, im super stoked for this game! Also fantastic video as usual!!

this is easily the best new shmup released in the past year or so, in my opinion. So much fun and love went into it. Great to see this review back up and revamped, you do the game justice!

Got mine yesterday (both PS4 and NSW). Actually, there is another physical Reggae of Cotton F as ntasy spart from the SLG version here in Germany, even with a different Cover Artwork. Some ININ games had this here. Again, great Video, and I really enjoy this one. Without your Cotton Reboot Video, maybe I never have had a look on this games.

I remember you making a comment long ago where you didn’t have confidence in this game based on the footage, but I ended up preordering the Japanese version. Man, I’m so glad I did. This game is phenomenal, and the gameplay changing depending on the character.

Those two girls in ship suits reminds me of Octomedius

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In regards to the bullet spreads being a bit sparse for Psyva Ria to build up a buzz combo, you can buzz enemies as well to keep your combo going Love the channel, and congrats on 20k!!

Thanks for the great review! I love playing the OG CoreGraphix and NeoGeo Cotton games. I recently went to a retro arcade hall in my neighborhood, man that was cool, operation wolf erc. …. Hope playing Cotton on arcade cabs one day as well…. #COTTONFANTASY

This channel has completely renewed my love for old-school games and shmups. Ordered this one and deathsmiles from strictly limited a while ago. Still waiting for my order and hopefully it will arive soon ^^ #Cottonfantasy

Fairly new subscriber here. Been binge watching your content the last couple weeks. Great stuff and great review. Been a Cotton fan since picking up the TG16 original back in the day, loving the new game so far. #CottonFantasy

This seems like a modern, colorful shmup that won't make my eyes bleed. And who can hate Cotton? Thanks for the amazing video again dude. #COTTONFANTASY

Looks like a lot of fun! I've never played anything from this series before, but all the different characters' mechanics and the soundtrack make for a pretty convincing argument to give it a go. Thanks for showing it off, Junkie! #CottonFantasy

loved your review information! just snagged this on Switch via Prime day deal...hyped to play this soon!

I first tried out the Cotton series last year with the release of Reboot, and I'm definitely a fan! I want this new game more than ever now, especially after watching your review. Speaking of which, I really appreciate you doing latency tests for all of these games, it means a lot to someone who's really sensitive to input lag. #COTTONFANTASY

Will be getting this on steam when it lands there.Looking forward to it, especially as it has got 2 positive reviews from you.I love Psyvariar ans can't wait to try that character.

This game seem to be gorgeous ! Love his presentation ! All this colors on screen, the animation so fluid etc ! Good review ! Thank for that. I'm happy to learn it have a hard difficulty ! Hope you the best.

I never played a Cotton game but all your Cotton videos makes me want to change that. I enjoy all your videos by the way. Thank you. Who knows, I might even be a winner someday. #COTTONFANTASY

I passed on this game when I first saw it a while back ago. Now after watching your video review, it changes my mind about it. I will seek it out. #CottonFantasy

This is the only Cotton game that I haven't played yet - looking forward to playing with the extra characters. Great review as always! #CottonFantasy

I like that the review touches on the different gameplay types that the characters represent. It would be easy to just say there's a variety of playstyles available, but with this review players can go in knowing a bit about how some of these game modes will feel. The sheer variety almost seems like R-Type Final 2 with all the DLC already included, so the variety is there for people who don't like the standard mode as much. Electric Underground will have no excuse to not review the whole thing this time! ;) #COTTONFANTASY

Between rereleases and brand new entries we really are in the renaissance of STGs #CottonFantasy

congrats on 20k champ

COTTONFANTASY. One of my all time favorite series is back with this fantastic game. Thumbs up. Love the Reboot and Saturn version as well.

Psyvariar Delta has been in and out of my Switch for the last few years. Fun game. Had no clue there was a crossover, since I had wrote if off early due to art style. Thanks for shedding light on those details in your review! #cottonfantasy

Whoa, was blindsided by the Sanvein content. Forgot this was a Success game. Need to revisit Sanvein, such a great concept and very Raycrisis Y2K-y aesthetics. Thanks again #CottonFantasy

Those homage stages are great. I love how each unlockable character brings the play style from their respective games. I gravitated towards Tacoot (boss character) for having an R-Type playstyle. Bullets get past her staff if not released but when the player shoots the staff it clears bullets ala force pod. Great review on the game! #cottonfantasy

Man, these Cotton compilations are confusing. There's too many of 'em 🤣. Great content as always 👍

Been playing Rock n Roll since release and it's great! I really enjoy how much the extra characters change the gameplay. Good luck to those entering to win the code! Enjoy👍

I love your reviews! You deal with the topics in detail and present this to your viewers in an entertaining way. I'm also pleased that the somewhat lost Cotton franchise is making a comeback. #CottonFantasy

Bang on review man, if this can't boost the number of people playing shooters then nothing can.

I'm in love with this game. It was well worth buying.

I've missed this video. I was looking for it recently and I'm so happy to see it back. Great work as always! #CottonFantasy

Hello Junkie. Fan of your channel, first time commenting. I think you might want to look into Evercade. They've always been about replicating the retro collection experience with physical carts but have now announced a new handheld model with TATE mode as well as partnerships with Irem and Toaplan. Seems to be very much in your wheelhouse.

Speaking of Blue Revolver, I'd be interested in seeing you do a video on that one. It was one of the first shmups I got for Steam a year or so ago since it's Steam OS and runs on my Linux desktop. Unfortunately, Cotton Reboot does not.

How did I not come across this game sooner!? I'm glad the YT algorithm decided to show this on my feed! Gonna look forward to this! #COTTONFANTASY

Would love to play this one. On Andro Dunos II and Deathsmiles I•II now. Having a blast 😁

These games give me strength. I'm thrilled to hear they're coming back hot. Thanks for the lovely video. #COTTONFANTASY

The music reminds me Yousuke yasui and Raito style. still wishing this game available on PC...

The first Cotton game I played was the PC-Engine/Turbografx 16 version which I still own. I miss the old school shooters, especially the rocking soundtracks that accompanied them. It's great to see them making a comeback. Thank you for the great review! This one definitely looks fun! #COTTONFANTASY

My first Cotton game was Reboot on the switch and that game was a lot of fun. I honestly think Fantasy looks even better due to so many choices with the character selection. Hoping the SLG physical copies last a little bit because my wallet really could use a break right now lol. I'll be picking this up down the line for sure. Looks like there is a lot of fun to be had.

The only thing that would make this game better if there's co-op. The Exa-Arcadia version has co op tho. That's a slap in the face.

Another good vid - that blowfish was the coolest, which you featured it more. - I had to put the volume up pretty high to hear you over the music - which was fine because the music is pretty good. - Have you looked into ducking ( side-chaining )?

I have played cotton on my arcade machine with 25" k7000, and it's a favorite. Glad to see a remake! Perhaps I can get it for the switch that we use on the HD CRT. #CottonFantasy

Awesome Cute'em Up 👍👍👍👍👍 Comical for the animation and entertaining for the gameplay

Definitely my second favorite Cotton game after 2/Boomerang, glad you made an updated review for it.. Fine was my favorite character to use personally outside of Cotton herself. Hoping you check out the new shmup DRAINUS that was shadowdropped by Team Ladybug the devs for Touhou Luna Nights and Deedlit in Wonderland. While those games are more action platformers they usually have shmup mechanics interspersed in like Grazing (recontextualized fantastically despite the different genre) and Polarity. So it was cool to see them make a straight up shmup now, after years of grazing the surface(pun intended). I haven't had the chance to play much of it yet myself but it's definitely more of a traditional shmup with a cool gimmick like Darius and R-Type with some Rayforce thrown in for good measure. I hope to get to see your thoughts on it soon, and thanks for the recommends of Moon Dancer and Grand Cross.

another awesome, deep-dive review / overview ... after your video on Cotton Reboot i went out and scored a physical copy, which ended up being a massive hit with my 5 yr old and became the first game she ever brought to the end credits on her own (albeit she ate though about a billion dollars in virtual quarters). First sale that comes along and this one will have to get added to the collection too #CottonFantasy

Didn't know SLG released this, I'll have to look into it. I think it looks beautiful and like you say the music sounds superb! #CottonFantasy

From new games to reboots to officially-licensed reprints of older games, it's a good time to be a Cotton fan! Can't wait to check this latest entry 😎👍 #CottonFantasy

Wow I didn't think this cotton game would be so good! I have phisically the reboot and saturn collection. And digitally the others for the switch. Thanks for making the Tiger shark video! I was really looking forward to it. I'm still waiting for my copy. Keep the good work!!! 😀 #cottonfantasy

So happy that its the year 2022 and still the spark with some games is the same as it was back then! I am gaming since 1989 and I am really grateful for the developers that keep the retro feel alive being shmps, platforms, rpgs or what ever the genre. Awesome video as always and awesome Cotton title which I have to get my hands on as soon as possible! Keep up the great work man you are a breeze in the scene.. #CottonFantasy

I just got into shmups and i haven't heard about #cottonfantasy. Now it's on my wishlist!

I only ever played the original Cotton on the Sega Astro City Mini that I bought back in 2021 from LRG. I like it and this one seems good too. I'm not big into cute em ups but this series is a visual feast. They have a couple of Cotton games on Steam so I hope this one comes there too. #CottonFantasy

Cotton is love, Cotton is life. It's so satisfying to see this basically being a series love-letter even with referencing Panorama. Seriously, could you imagine that getting a Reboot treatment or a proper successor? #COTTONFANTASY

WE need more Shump !!! #CottonFantasy

I love the Cotton Games so much. I hope this comes to pc with the other Cottons.

Good to see you back! I hope lady luck is on my side on this one, I'm going through some stuff! #COTTONFANTASY In any case, thanks for the review, as always!

Excellent game, I also was not a fan of the graphics at first but it turned out pretty well. I'm still amazed that we got a new Cotton game and it's that good . On a side note, I have discovered yesterday a game on Steam called Drainus, despite the really weird name this game is really good it's a shooter from Team Lady Bug, (who made Record of Lodoss War, and Touhou Luna Night, two amazing platformers) the mechanics are great fun, I also don't remember if you talked about this one in one of your upcoming games videos but I hope you do a review on this one.

Great Re-Review! Im looking forward to using Kawase, Cotton, & the Psyvariar Character (been missing me some BUZZ action!). Psyvariar 2 is in my top 5 favorite Dreamcast Schmups & there's barely any coverage of it on KZfaq. I don't even think there's a single review, not even from Bullet Heaven. Possible video idea for you, The Psyvariar Series. I'd love to learn its history & I believe you'd be the best to present it. Just a thought. #CottonFantasy

The music makes me feel very nostalgic, I love it :) If it ever gets ported to PC I'll grab it for sure! I'll look into the switch version also. #CottonFantasy

I really enjoy your reviews, I've noticed that you haven't reviewed Stardust Galaxy Warriors Stella Climax. It's on the Xbox, PC, PS4 and I think it's also on the switch. I enjoy the game and was wondering what your thoughts are. Keep up the good work dude 😎

If any game has earned this Tour de Force of a well earned comeback it is indeed Cotton! Who knew when she showed up in Trouble Witches Origin so long ago is that would be the start of this wave of wonderful we've received since then! If nothing else #CottonFantasy is just a true example of the franchise's staying power and here's hoping this continues for a very long time to come! TEA TIME!

I was only vaguely aware of this series so this looks like a great jumping in point for someone like me who's still getting into the genre! It's impressive that they managed to get the polygon style done in such a way that it's actually quite charming! I'll definitely pick this one up, thanks for the great review! #COTTONFANTASY

I do wish they would have a color blind mode for us red green color blind people

I wasn't sure I wanted to try it. But now it's added to my Nintendo wish list. Thanks again fir another great video. #CottonFantasy

As a person who is just starting out on shoot-em-ups, this looks fun, and enjoyable especially for beginners like myself who are still working their way into the genre. I'll also buy, and try Cotton Reboot as well. Thank you, and the team at Bullet Heaven for giving great content for now one of my favorite gaming genres. #CottonFantasy