The classic top-down shooter Galaga is already on the Live Arcade is one form, and as this news attests, we'll definitely be seeing it again in another form. Published by Namco-Bandai (who also did Pac-Man: CE for XBLA), it has been speculated that this new Galaga Legions will be a well-done revamp in the vein of Namco-Bandai's previous effort.
Given all the news surrounding the relevancy of titles for the Live Arcade, is a possible revamp of a 1981 old-school arcade title that is already on XBLA in another form a good decision for MS? While it is true that the XBLA version of the original isn't up for delisting, it isn't exactly the star of the service. What do you think readers? Does Galaga Legions sound interesting?
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Reader Comments (20)
Posted: May 29th 2008 2:10AM (Unverified) said
I really enjoyed the Galaga remake on the PSP via Namco battle collection, this would be real fun as long as it retains the charm of Galaga as well!
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Posted: May 29th 2008 2:15AM (Unverified) said
This is awesome, and a lot better than another overpriced piece of garbage from Penny Arcade/Hothead Games.
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Posted: May 29th 2008 10:53AM Knight Marquise said
Agreed. Have the original, enjoy it. Hell, I enjoyed this game when in was in the coin op arcades. Galaga Legions will also be a day one purchase
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Posted: May 29th 2008 2:37AM (Unverified) said
If it's as good as Pac-Man C.E., I will definitely get it.
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Posted: May 29th 2008 2:54AM Ninegauger said
Yeah, Pac-Man C.E. was totally awesome and if this is as well done as that I'd definitely bite.
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Posted: May 29th 2008 6:16AM (Unverified) said
I have no issue with quality remakes. Here's hoping Microsoft's "quality control" is a diligent filter.
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Posted: May 29th 2008 8:59AM Peacefuloutrage said
As long as a game is good, I don't care how old the origin is. They could release a new Pong game, as long as it's fun, that's what matters to me. By discounting the game before it released or playing it, you could really be doing yourself and other a disservice.
Now if there was a 90% complete build that sucked donkey balls, then there wouldn't be any complaints on my part.
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Now if there was a 90% complete build that sucked donkey balls, then there wouldn't be any complaints on my part.
Posted: May 29th 2008 9:17AM PerfectStrategy said
I'm down for a Galaga remake.
My most-requested remake will always be Perfect Dark. I feel that remakes must be encouraged.
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My most-requested remake will always be Perfect Dark. I feel that remakes must be encouraged.
Posted: May 29th 2008 9:24AM MisterSmith said
After I purchased Pac-Man C.E. I knew immediately that I wanted a Galaga remake in the same way (along with Dig Dug, if they're willing)
They have my money.
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They have my money.
Posted: May 29th 2008 9:29AM (Unverified) said
Galaga Deluxe was an awesome game on the Amiga. If they make it similar to that, I'd be all over it.
Looks like Galaga Deluxe has a PC/Mac version called "Warblade".
http://www.warblade.as/index.asp
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Looks like Galaga Deluxe has a PC/Mac version called "Warblade".
http://www.warblade.as/index.asp
Posted: May 29th 2008 9:43AM (Unverified) said
What do you think readers? Does Galaga Legions sound interesting?
No.
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No.
Posted: May 29th 2008 10:33AM (Unverified) said
I freaking love Galaga. It's my favorite arcade game. Simple, but challenging and fun.
So a resounding hell yes from me. :)
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So a resounding hell yes from me. :)
Posted: May 29th 2008 11:15AM (Unverified) said
"We're getting rid of all the crap on XBLA"
"Let's release a remake of an old arcade game that's ALREADY been released on the XBLA!"
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"Let's release a remake of an old arcade game that's ALREADY been released on the XBLA!"
Posted: May 29th 2008 2:26PM (Unverified) said
Makes sense to get rid of games that don't download well and have a low metacritic rating. Galaga does not fall in either of these categories, it will be great to have both the original rock solid version plus a new one with a next gen makeover!
games will come and go but GALAGA will live forever!
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games will come and go but GALAGA will live forever!
Posted: May 29th 2008 2:07PM (Unverified) said
I am totally up fpr this, a day one purchase!
I hope that they also do a XBLA version of COSMIC GATE as well!
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I hope that they also do a XBLA version of COSMIC GATE as well!
Posted: May 29th 2008 2:27PM (Unverified) said
I would like to see a complete first rate makeover of the original Star Wars vector graphic game!
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