Otomedius Excellent is a horizontal shoot 'em up (shmup) developed and published by for the Xbox 360 . Released in North America on November 1, 2011 , it is the sequel to the Japan-exclusive Otomedius Gorgeous and serves as a "cute 'em up" spin-off of the legendary Gradius series. 🚀 Gameplay & Mechanics
The release (the North American version) is particularly notable because it brought this niche title overseas. While the game retains its heavy Japanese stylistic influence, the Western localization ensured that English-speaking players could navigate the menus and understand the surprisingly complex storyline involving the "Bacterian" invasion. Otomedius Excellent -NTSC-U--ISO-
At its core, Otomedius Excellent is a Gradius game in disguise. The DNA of the 1985 classic is evident in the "Power Meter" system at the bottom of the screen. As you collect power-ups, you can unlock speed boosts, missiles, and the iconic "Option" satellites that orbit your ship. Otomedius Excellent is a horizontal shoot 'em up