Thursday, September 18, 2025

Final Soldier for PCE


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Final Soldier


Genre: shooter - vertical

Publisher: Hudson Soft

Year: 1991

System: PCE


Gameplay Score: 5

Gameplay Notes:

Fantastic powerup system, like all the Soldier games. Not the best, but definitely up there. Four weapons that powerup twice, plus two options which can be spent as a bomb, and four homing missiles. Health is share with powerups. Selectable speed.


Level Design Score: 4

Level Design Notes:

Difficulty doesn't ramp up until stage 5 or 6. Excellent enemy waves. Toggle between space, terrestrial, and space station areas.


Theme Score: 3

Theme Notes:

Generic but solid presentation.


Art Style Score: 4

Art Style Notes:

Great designs, even if they lack detail. Great effects.


Audio Score: 4

Audio Notes:

Perfect sound design. No annoying sound effects. Music is upbeat and exciting, even when it isn't the best composition.


Overall Score: 89

Review ID: 8046



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