Gradius V E3 2003 Preshow Report

By Giancarlo Varanini, GameSpotPosted May 13, 2003 9:42 pm PT

Konami's classic shooter series returns to the PlayStation 2.

Konami has released additional details on Gradius V, the latest game in the long-running shooter series, which will be playable on the E3 show floor. The game will have a number of new features not found in previous Gradius games, such as the new option control. There will be 12 power-ups available in Gradius V, two of which (the option bomb and the option stock) are entirely new. In addition, the game will feature seven stages.

Gradius V is currently scheduled for release on the PlayStation 2 this winter.

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