Let's Clear! Batsugun - Original Mode 1cc Guide with An Emphasis on No-Missing and Minimal Bombing

Hey everyone!
I've been meaning to get this guide out for quite some time, and today is the day. Let me know if the information presented helps you with your Batsugun journey.
Here's a brief rundown of how the route is designed:
Stage 1: completed with no bombs used and no lives lost.
Stage 2: completed with one bomb used during the boss fight or no bombs. We'll cover both methods back to back. No lives lost.
Stage 3: completed with no bombs used, but I'll point out a couple of sections where you can use them to trivialize precarious situations. No lives lost.
Stage 4: the stage portion of stage four is completed with no bombs used, while the boss fight requires two during the final attack phase. Due to the intensity of this stage, I'll again point out problematic sections that can be safely handled by bombing. No lives lost during this stage.
Stage 5: the stage portion of stage five uses a single bomb just before the boss. This bomb is used as a safeguard against losing a life and seven bombs with it due to how risky the overlapping trajectories can get - especially with the bullet speed when rank is high.
If rank is lower, that bomb will not be necessary. But if there's a bomb on-screen, like in this run, you can use one (since it's essentially free) and grab the new bomb after to hit the maximum again.
As for the final boss, I show a variety of approaches.
Enjoy, and have a stellar rest of your day!

[@LordShmup]

Incredible! Love the intro, love the slowmo, thanks for showing the bomb no bomb meth! Stage two def getting a raiden feel with the turrets and stage design. Love your detailed description of how and when to respond to boss changes.

[@Shmuptopia]

No problem, bro! It’s always stellar having you here and thanks so much for the feedback!

[@talkerbot_tjj]

Great, in depths analysis of Batsugun. Thanks, Dace! Appreciate your effort showing multiple ways to deal with situations and improve the ressource management. Always excited to see a new video showing up!

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks so much Timo! I've been meaning to get this out for a bit. We had some technical delays. Windows 10 no longer provides the editor I was using, so time adds up when you're sorting out new things. In any event, I'll eventually commentate and upload my first clear of the game but that probably won't be right away. Trusting things open a little more soon as I'd like to get other videos out. Have a great weekend!

[@RasLion]

That is what I call a real guide, you made me want to pick it up again and try your routing. Thx for the work!

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks, Ras! Let me know how the runs go and if you need help with anything. All the best and have a stellar weekend!

[@1CCJAM]

Extensive guide for a very cool game. Nice!

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks, Jam! I had a blast with this and am eager to share more of my thoughts when I commentate my first run. I also just noticed you have an Aero Wings 3 clear up from a month ago - those games are really neat, so I'll be scoping that this week. Have a stellar one and thanks so much for popping by!

[@justauts]

Stellar guide Dace!

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks, Autumn!

[@chenqingzhi6845]

great guide

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks so much!

[@kiDchemical]

Making it look easy 😎 Thanks for the tips! 🙌

[@Shmuptopia]

No worries and all the best!

[@franckg1442]

Great Dace ! GG and thanks, it's gonna be helpful for a lot of people.

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks for being here, man! I appreciate the comment.

[@Jake14211]

Awesome game, nice guide! Hoping m2 port the arcade version soon.

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks Jacob! It’s a fantastic game and I’d be down for an M2 port for sure! I love the aquatic theme of stage 1 and feel there aren’t enough shmups with water stages.

[@Jake14211]

@@Shmuptopia you're right, never thought about that, rare for a game that's not all underwater. I don't know a game with a more satisfying shot power progression.

[@A-Gaming-Memory]

Very nice share! Well done bud 🥰🥰

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks for checking this out! Trusting it's a beneficial resource for others.

[@johngavalas74]

30th like!!! What's up Dace? Sweet run!!! When i seen this on the eShop it was a no brainer that i buy toaplans swan song.. This game is so so good!!!

[@Shmuptopia]

Hey, John! Always appreciate you swinging by! Yeah, this was my first Toaplan game and I love it. Will be great to see more ports in the future!

[@johngavalas74]

@@Shmuptopia yeah like Dogyuun I'd shit if that came to switch and Slap Fight

[@kimjago9881]

i think i have that game on sega saturn i think i will try it thanks for video and the tips you are king of shmups 💪👑

[@Shmuptopia]

I appreciate the kind words, Kimjago! All the best with your runs!

[@retrocalypse]

Nice!!!

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks Retro!

[@Shmuptopia]

If you're aiming to pick up the physical Switch version and would like to support me by using my PlayAsia affiliate link, that would be greatly appreciated! It's at no extra cost to you, but every little bit of additional financial support goes a long way! Thank you! Standard version: www.play-asia.com/batsugun-saturn-tribute-boosted-multi-language/13/70fzq7?tagid=3749393 Special Edition: www.play-asia.com/batsugun-saturn-tribute-boosted-special-edition-multi-language/13/70fzqh?tagid=3749393 Here's a brief rundown of how the route is designed: Stage 1: completed with no bombs used and no lives lost. Stage 2: completed with one bomb used during the boss fight or no bombs. We'll cover both methods back to back. No lives lost. Stage 3: completed with no bombs used, but I'll point out a couple of sections where you can use them to trivialize precarious situations. No lives lost. Stage 4: the stage portion of stage four is completed with no bombs used, while the boss fight requires two during the final attack phase. Due to the intensity of this stage, I'll again point out problematic sections that can be safely handled by bombing. No lives lost during this stage. Stage 5: the stage portion of stage five uses a single bomb just before the boss. This bomb is used as a safeguard against losing a life and seven bombs with it due to how risky the overlapping trajectories can get - especially with the bullet speed when rank is high. If rank is lower, that bomb will not be necessary. But if there's a bomb on-screen, like in this run, you can use one (since it's essentially free) and grab the new bomb after to hit the maximum again. As for the final boss, I show a variety of approaches.

[@NihilistGhost]

This or devil engine ?

[@Shmuptopia]

Depends what experience you’re after. Both a solid titles, though. If you want a serious challenge, Devil Engine for sure.

[@NihilistGhost]

Thanks.@@Shmuptopia

[@MrEverythingX76]

What platform are you playing on?

[@Shmuptopia]

Thanks for popping in. I'm playing the switch version.

[@gabrielesquaratti5709]

you are missing a lot a scoring tricks.

[@Shmuptopia]

I'm not surprised as I didn't put any time or energy into scoring or learning how to optimize score in Batsugun Original. I do more scoring in the Special version since it feels more relevant with the numerous loops. Thanks for swinging by.