There are few games that can be considered art, but then again there a few developers like Treasure.
The whole polarity idea, bullet eating, and mega attack idea come together perfectly over amazingly beautiful hand drawn backgrounds. The score is acceptional and is the only video game score that I felt compelled enough to put on my iPod, its that damn good.
The only problem with this game is that it is difficult the way that only old school games can be. And thats not a problem at all, however it does effect the amount of people who will enjoy this and is diffenatly a niche game. Take that into effect when gauging my review, because I am one of those people who enjoy this game immensly.
The greatest thing about this instant classic however is the cooperative play. Not only can you play with style, but you can add a friend along and get into the old shooter zen. I have never had so much fun losing in my life.