Thunder Force V: Perfect System

The Good
Almost everything: an intricate plot line, amazing animation and graphics, killer music, strong opponents that keep the game interesting, just enough repetition to make the game possible, links to the past, everything. In a word AWESOME!!!

The Bad
the only thing I didn't like about the game was that it was a side-scroller: like Mario bros. original (NES). Also the lack of cheats: the only cheats are after you complete the game, and then you don't need them.

The Bottom Line
A explosive game that is fun, extremely hard to both stop playing and to beat but not completely impossible.