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Platform
| Also for: | PS3, Xbox 360 | ||
| Viewed: | 2.5D Side-on, Scrolling | Genre: | Platform Shoot 'Em Up |
| Media: | Download | Arcade origin: | No |
| Developer: | Climax | Soft. Co.: | Climax |
| Released: | May 2010
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| Ratings: | ESRB Everyone 10+ (E10+) | ||
Summary
Recapturing the magic of a beloved 16-bit classic, Climax brings Sparkster speeding into the high-def era for his long awaited return.
Rocket Knight reignites the best features from the cult Konami series and fuses in fresh new ideas. It is a 'best of both worlds' of old-school 2D platforming and modern gameplay sensibilities.
Donning his Armour, Sword and Rocket Pack for a whole new next-gen adventure, Sparkster has an updated suite of abilities to speedily traverse and fight with. These Burst Moves let him rocket through the air and into enemies, ricochet off walls, fire shots of energy, drill through barriers and reflect away bombs.
Set across 4 diverse worlds containing a total of 14 action packed stages, Rocket Knight also revives the classic series' distinctive features of side scrolling flying levels and epic boss battles. Intended for a wide audience the game is built to be accessible to casual players and hardcore fans alike; with Free Play and Arcade game modes, 3 difficulty settings and comprehensive support for High Score and Speed Run online leader boards.
Rocket Knight reignites the best features from the cult Konami series and fuses in fresh new ideas. It is a 'best of both worlds' of old-school 2D platforming and modern gameplay sensibilities.
Donning his Armour, Sword and Rocket Pack for a whole new next-gen adventure, Sparkster has an updated suite of abilities to speedily traverse and fight with. These Burst Moves let him rocket through the air and into enemies, ricochet off walls, fire shots of energy, drill through barriers and reflect away bombs.
Set across 4 diverse worlds containing a total of 14 action packed stages, Rocket Knight also revives the classic series' distinctive features of side scrolling flying levels and epic boss battles. Intended for a wide audience the game is built to be accessible to casual players and hardcore fans alike; with Free Play and Arcade game modes, 3 difficulty settings and comprehensive support for High Score and Speed Run online leader boards.
