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Summary

Spiral Wave feels like a love letter to the classic arcade shooter Galaxy Force II, but it’s been re‑imagined for the TurboGrafx‑16’s unique hardware. The game thrusts you into a three‑dimensional starfield where enemies pop out of the background, giving the illusion of true depth as you blast through wave after wave of alien fleets.

What really stands out is the way the console’s pseudo‑3D scaling makes each encounter feel like you’re diving straight into the action. The sense of speed and the layered scrolling backgrounds keep the tension high, turning every level into a kinetic, space‑bound roller‑coaster that rewards quick reflexes and a steady hand.