![]() Pocky & Rocky Reshrined also features a CRT filter that does a well-enough job of creating that retro look some players may desire. The benefit of modern hardware also ensures the Unity made game runs at a rock-solid frame rate, something the original SNES had issues with maintaining. Reshrined, like the originals, can be classified as an action game -however, in truth, the series is much closer to a shoot-em-up title or ‘SHMUP’ as it is sometimes colloquially referred to as.Īesthetically, Pocky & Rocky Reshrined features 16-bit-inspired sprite work that goes beyond recreating the look and feel of the 1992 title, modern flourishes such as an ethereal wisp of light when undead enemies are purified to reflective bodies of water that utilize modern techniques transform Reshrined into a contemporary classic. ![]() Those unfamiliar with the franchise, Pocky & Rocky first made its debut in the arcades in the late 80s, later finding success on the Super Nintendo with improved graphics, gameplay mechanics and emphasis on story elements. Over two-decades later, Pocky & Rocky are back with Pocky & Rocky Reshrined, heralding the return of the series proper since its direct follow-up sequel was also released on the Super Nintendo. Over the years, the series has mostly laid dormant, with a few half-hearted attempts at bringing everyone’s favourite shrine maiden and tanuki back into the limelight across various ports and pseudo-sequels, with titles such as Heavenly Guardian on the PlayStation 2 and the less-than-stellar Gameboy Advance iteration of the first game. You can find Mode 7 rocking the stage at various conventions and events.When it comes to third-party Super Nintendo must-plays, for me, the original Pocky & Rocky immediately springs to mind. Writing video game rap ranging from popular titles like Zelda and Super Mario, to niche classics like Contra and Chrono Trigger. Beginning his musical career in 2022, Mode 7 has already released several EPs and mixtapes via the net label Game Music 4 All, with much more on the way. Combined with Mode 7’s extensive knowledge of video game history creates fun, fluid, and informative lyrics with a surprising amount of real world depth. Emotion comes through strong in many ways on Mode 7’s music, tackling subjects like love and heartbreak, mental health, inequality, and loss with his own irreverent, often comedic bars. Mode 7’s style covers a range of hip hop and subject matter. ![]() Raised on a heavy diet of video games and west coast rap while growing up, Mode 7 now combines and reimagines his love of Super Metroid and Tupac into a unique sound all his own. Happy Valentine’s! Enjoy the new, love filled debut single for Mode 7’s next mixtape, the 777 Mixtape! The full collection of tracks drops in less than a month, on March 9th! Tons of hot video game remixes are coming very soon! And more music videos for those new tracks as well! Find Mode 7: Instagram: SoundCloud: Official Website: About Mode 7: Mode 7 is a rapper and writer from Los Angeles, California, taking hip hop to another level with his original style of clever but conscious game music inspired hip hop.
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