Thunder Force IV (1996)

Developer: Technosoft
Platforms: Sega Saturn
Genres: Shooter

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How it feels

A polished Saturn port of the legendary Genesis shooter, delivering relentless sci-fi bullet action without any slowdown.

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About

A port of the masterpiece Genesis/Mega Drive shooter Thunder Force IV, released for the Sega Saturn in 1996 as part of the compilation Thunder Force Gold Pack II. This port removes all slowdown, allows voice clips to play along with the music, and saves your high scores.

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