XII Stag (V2.01J 2002/6/26 22:27)

Pilots take to the skies in XII Stag, a fast-paced vertical shooter released by Triangle Service in 2002. As one of two players controlling futuristic blue aircraft, you’ll face relentless waves of enemies and challenging boss encounters across increasingly difficult stages. Utilize primary shots, powerful bombs, side attacks triggered with quick joystick movements, and automatic rear defenses to survive the onslaught and progress through the aerial warzone. The game utilizes a Taito G-Net system, offering tight controls and vibrant visuals for an engaging cooperative experience. Players can increase their score multiplier by strategically attacking enemies from the sides and rear, mastering these maneuvers is key to achieving high scores. XII Stag initially launched exclusively in Japan but has since seen numerous ports to various platforms. With straightforward controls – a joystick and three buttons for shooting, bombing, and full-auto fire – XII Stag delivers classic shoot 'em up action focused on skill and precision. Two players can join forces to overcome the challenges ahead and emerge victorious from this futuristic conflict.