Orguss

Orguss

released on Feb 01, 1984

Orguss

released on Feb 01, 1984

Orguss is a shoot-'em-up game developed and published by Sega for the SG-1000. In the game, the player takes control of a robot which can transform into a starship. It is based on the science fiction anime series Super Dimension Century Orguss. The player can swap between robot and starship modes freely, though both come with their own set advantages and disadvantages. In robot mode, you are able to destroy ground targets and have greater freedom across the screen at the expense of being a bigger target for enemies. You can shoot rapidfire, but move slower. In starship mode you cannot destroy ground targets, but are less likely to be destroyed thanks to the smaller surface area of the ship. You can move faster, but cannot shoot rapidfire. 1 switches between the two forms and 2 shoots. Orguss had a spiritual sequel in the form of TransBot, released for the Sega Master System in 1985.


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Really generic and easy with serviceable visuals.

Never watched the anime, but this game some booty ass.

Control a Mech based on the Orguss anime and shoot your way through three dull stages. Choose to transform into a spaceship to go faster but lose armor or stay in Mech form to tank damage. There's a time limit to keep track of so it's not possible to win without transforming. It's an alright concept but there's not enough enemy variety to keep players engaged, there's maybe 3 or 4 different patterns to remember and you've mastered the game. Might be worth buying for the sick box cover though.