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Review of Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS Shin Shuyaku Soudatsusen on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Mar 1996
Cover image of Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS Shin Shuyaku Soudatsusen on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 08 Mar 1996
Genre: Fighting
Developer: Angel
Publisher: Angel

Introduction

Ah, Sailor Moon. That iconic franchise that made a cult following out of teenage girls, nostalgic adults, and probably some very confused dudes who just wanted to watch cartoons. In the realm of games, 'Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS: Shin Shuyaku Soudatsusen' comes with the promise of magical girl battles, heartwarming friendship, and an alarming amount of glitter. Get ready to throw some punches in the name of love and justice, folks!

Gameplay

Let’s break down the gameplay like a true magical girl. In this 2D fighter, you can step into the shoes of beloved characters from the series, including Usagi, Ami, Rei, Makoto, and Minako, along with the Outer Senshi, minus our girl Saturn (sorry, not her day). The game gives you options to sprinkle your attacks with special techniques, but it’s a classic fighting-style where changing the tide of battle may come down to button-mashing like you're trying to swat a fly. Each character has a unique set of moves that are totally inspired by their magical anime antics, so if you’ve always wanted to see what happens when a moon prism power meets a roundhouse kick, here’s your chance. Alternatively, you can achieve victory via the training mode, where you can whack imaginary enemies until you feel like you can take on the universe (or at least your roommate). Single-player story mode offers a plot that feels like a half-remembered dream, so get ready to cringe at some quality voice acting and translation (just remember, it's charmingly retro).

Graphics

Visually, if you squint hard enough, you can almost convince yourself you’re watching the anime. Sprites are cute and crunchy, layered with bright colors that scream '90s. The backgrounds are filled with enough pastel to make any Tumblr aesthetic account proud. In a nutshell, it’s like a candy shop exploded through your screen. However, don’t expect the ultra-smooth projections that modern games boast. It’s delightful yet distinctly 'old-school', so if you’re longing for high-def avatars, you might need to turn around and take a selfie instead. Still, those who love Sailor Moon’s visual style will get a kick out of the pixelated nostalgia.

Conclusion

In conclusion, ‘Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS: Shin Shuyaku Soudatsusen’ is a delightful romp through the world of magical girls set amidst cheeky combos and pastel violence. It may not be an esports contender, nor will it redefine fighting games, but who cares? It’s a chance to see your favorite characters trading blows with a little sparkle and drama. So grab your controller, summon your inner moon princess, and go out there—if only to truly understand how the Sailor Scouts would handle their problems... one fist at a time! Who knew saving the world could be this much fun?

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