Nintendo Switch Shmups - My Collection So Far

[@ryandann9362]

I'm going to be this guy in 30-40 years lol

[@grayfilsylvestre3423]

I can't wait to become this guy in the next 30 years 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@kennyrh9269]

WHAT !! I'm only 45. Well . . . that might be an exaggeration 🤔

[@Robbity]

@@kennyrh9269 yeah the commenter is 5-15 years old.

[@kennyrh9269]

Wish I was 🤣🤣

[@Ostnizdasht206]

I think we all are.

[@jaypas2359]

I told myself when I grow old I still want to play video games and still collect. You’re actually living that life! Just subscribed… looking forward to watching your videos! God Bless!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks Jay. It's in my DNA and nothing can compete with that 😀

[@Dessan01]

I’m the same, by then though we’ll be on the ps10 or something, it’s extremely unlikely there will still be physical games and ps5 will be super retro like NES is now 😂

[@kennyrh9269]

@@Dessan01 Well I think you'll be in a virtual reality scenario by then. No consoles and everything streaming (or the future equivalent). On the upside your decrepit retro stuff will be worth a few bob 😉😁

[@jaypas2359]

@@Dessan01 right… game room tours would consist of people showing games on their digital catalog lol.

[@mattakadanja]

I love how games are for everybody. I started as young as I could hold a controller and will always be a gamer.

[@kennyrh9269]

Well I was 34 when I started gaming. A lot of people are stopping at that age. I've never let my age affect what I do.👍

[@RetroGhetto]

Looking to bolster my Switch shmup collection, this video was exactly what I needed, thank you 🙏

[@kennyrh9269]

You're very welcome. That's why I do these videos . . .for people like yourself 👍👍

[@ian.swift.31614]

dodonpachi dai ou jou is getting a Japanese physical edition this december. don't miss out

[@deffteapot]

@@ian.swift.31614 Aaaaah! Mushihimesamaaaa ! I ordered my Dodonpachi Daioujou, it's supposed to arrive tomorrow. I can't wait. Love the video Kenny!~ Shmup on ♥!

[@idontknowwhatimdoing6294]

Its amazing to see somebody at your age to still play and enjoy video games this made my day a lot better, I subbed!

[@kennyrh9269]

Well, as I always tell people, there's no age limit on anything. I still read comics and why not. I think maybe I should change my user name to yours 🤣🤣. Anyway glad you liked this and thanks for the sub 👍

[@idontknowwhatimdoing6294]

@@kennyrh9269 You're welcome for the sub, Have a good day!

[@InfiniteGameReviews]

​@@kennyrh9269: That's the spirit! Age has nothing to do with hobbies and should never be a limit! I'll always be a big nerd and I'll never deny myself the enjoyment of my hobbies!

[@kennyrh9269]

@@InfiniteGameReviews Just think of yourself as still being a teenager. I might be 75 but my mental age is about 13 😂😂

[@InfiniteGameReviews]

@@kennyrh9269 : Yes, age is just a number. We won't stop being nerdy just because we add a few years to the total. Games and nerdiness overall makes life better! Have a good gaming time!

[@Heyjuststfu]

That’s a killer collection so far. Much respect.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Shmups have been a passion of mine since 1984. 😮

[@gtssage]

Great collection sir. I have been a gamer since the late 1970's. Shmups are one of my favorite genres. Fun to watch you show off your collection.

[@kraftye3714]

Top collection Mr never to old for gaming 👍

[@kennyrh9269]

That's what I tell everybody 👴👴

[@kraftye3714]

@@kennyrh9269 top man Kenny Big inspiration 👏 shumps I've not seen on the switch great collection

[@kennyrh9269]

@@kraftye3714 Thanks very much. My channel was set up to keep people informed about collecting in general so it's nice to get some appreciation 👍👍

[@worldofretrogameplay6963]

You remind me of my 80 year old father that still games; he loves his Xbox Series S. Great video btw, sir! I subscribed.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Respect to your father, just hope I'm still active in 5 years time 👍👍

[@n.b.m2017]

Wicked Collection Old-Timer 🔥 If you have any Kids or Grandkids, thats gonna be one hell of a Collection to pass down. Keep it up m8!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Yeah my family set traps for me hoping that I'll croak soon. But I'm too smart for 'em 💪

[@THEKLEVER187]

Bro has amazing taste on shmups . Definitely looking into some Of these games I’ve never heard of before ❤❤❤

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks. Well, there are not many bad shmups on Switch so you should be okay 😂👍

[@BRANDNAMEHERE2023]

This is the first video of yours that I have stumbled across, instantly subscribed. Thank you for this and I look forward to future videos sir!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much Christopher. Good to have you on board and I'll try fulfill your expectations 👍

[@joshuasullivan16]

I just got into shmups recently and I haven’t had this much fun since I was a kid

[@kennyrh9269]

I can well believe it. When I got into video arcades in 1984 shmups became my immediate passion. Still are . . .👌👌

[@richardheckmann1892]

Great video man. These are some of my favorite games to play.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Agreed . . .you can't beat a good shmup. Always been my favourite genre since the early 1980s. 🔫🔫

[@hayden6291]

You my friend are AWESOME and have an excellent collection!! Gaming knows no age boundaries and I’m here for it!!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks for the visit. My wife doesn't think I'm awesome, she thinks I'm mad 😂😂

[@hayden6291]

@@kennyrh9269 haha isn’t that the way marriage goes? My spouse doesn’t get me most of the times either 😝 well it looks like you got a lot of people on here that also think you’re awesome 🤩 keep it up and keep doing you!

[@toadfan5]

Love the collection Kenny, thanks so much for sharing your games!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. My mission is to entertain, educate and promote collecting 👍

[@toadfan5]

@@kennyrh9269 Well safe to say you are absolutely fulfilling your mission.

[@kennyrh9269]

@@toadfan5 I try 😁

[@skyway73]

That is a lovely collection, I've always wanted a Switch but now I NEED one! This is the first video I've watched of yours, Mr Retro Ghetto recommended we come here. I'm glad he did, subscribed 🕹️👍

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi there. Glad to have you on board. Yes, if you like shmups then the Switch is an absolute must. Apart from physical titles there are a mountain of digital downloads. Get the new version though because the bigger screen makes a huge difference 👌👌

[@davee6916]

Probably going to be me too.

[@kennyrh9269]

With a bit of perseverance. Go for it 👍👍

[@calpounder2099]

Very much enjoyed your video. Shmups are my favorite genre and I too have been collecting on Switch. Thanks for sharing and saw some gems that I'll need to track down. Best of luck to you and keep pushing forward. Game on!!

[@kennyrh9269]

Glad you liked the vid. Switch is an amazing console for shmups. Apart from the excellent physicals there are a whole bunch of digital arcade classics. Of course the problem with the physical games is that many of them are Japanese only plus low-run games from Limited Edition and other less well-known publishers. Adds to the desirability I suppose. Anyway good luck with your collecting and look out for my other shmup vids on the channel.

[@uppernimbus]

So cool to see an older gamer on here. You've got yourself one exquisite collection!

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi, thanks very much. Still a way to go but I'm working hard at it 😇

[@uppernimbus]

@@kennyrh9269 Keep it up, you've got this 💪

[@1murra]

Great collection friend you've got shmups I want in my collection

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Hope you get them 👌👍

[@HyperTriggerEx]

I thought I’d drop my as my buddy Callum said I’d enjoy your channel. It’s good to see so many shooters in one video. As someone that’s going for a full physical set of shooters on PS4 & Switch. I’m doing well on the PS4, but missed some of the Switch as I decided late to collect the Switch shooters. That being said I’ve got the majority of what you’ve shown. Though I’ve missed a few of the PlayAsia Switch shooters. Great stuff Kenny.

[@kennyrh9269]

Well unfortunately it's an expensive rabbit hole to go down. I decided to concentrate on Switch shmups because, firstly, you can play 'em on the go and, secondly, because of the flood of shmups on digital in the shape of Arcade Archives. Thirdly, I love the cute little boxes that take up little space on my shelves.

[@HyperTriggerEx]

@@kennyrh9269 yeah Switch cases do look pretty sweet.

[@steve36207]

Thats a great collection there bud, i was making a list as i was watching 😀👍🏻

[@spirallight1337]

I subbed because your an older man collecting games... that gives me hope for myself when I get to them older years. Great job sir! Nice and steady hands too! Keep up the great videos!

[@kennyrh9269]

Welcome on board. Collecting is my religion especially shmups

[@xpino5972]

i love this man

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks . . . so do I 🤣🤣🤣

[@gigawingbolt]

Amazing stuff. I'm a father and a gamer! Really glad to see different people enjoying games. Like you said, games are for all ages. Keep the good work, sir!

[@kennyrh9269]

Welcome to the channel. To be honest I find it ageist and offensive when I hear people spouting their uninformed opinions about games being for kids. I love games, comics, nerf guns . . .you name it. In fact I run this channel to try and educate and inform. In my mind I'm still a 12-year-old kid 😊

[@Brockmondo]

Great video buddy, I hope to build a collection just like this. Thank you for the content

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks and you're very welcome. Just believe and persevere my friend . . .you'll get there👍👍

[@bemily9485]

great recs thank you. you're a hero.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Never been called that before 😊

[@SEGAZombie]

Retro Ghetto has sent me to your channel enjoying your content Ken, I’m always looking for more shooters to play on the switch so I have a pen and paper ready lol Love that Mushihimosma arcade 💙

[@kennyrh9269]

Welcome to the channel -- retro ghetto is my PR man 😊 Yes, love that Mushihimesama arcade. They are doing two for Espgaluda II and Dodonpachi Ressurection. Been trying to source them on ebay but they have not been released yet 😣 Have you seen all the digital-only shmups on eshop? Impressive 👍👍

[@MrMJaster]

Wow! Super collection. 👍

[@radio2rancid]

I very much enjoyed this video. Thank you for showing this off i need to make a video or two myself. Couple in there i dont have but for the most part i have these games on switch and ps4.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Glad to hear you have a good collection and I would like to see a video from you 👍

[@radio2rancid]

Alright ill let you know when i post one. You got it

[@cfc3972]

top man still gaming at a ripe old age , hope i still will be gaming when im older , dropped you a follow mate

[@quentinrouchet]

Very solid collection, keep going !

[@kennyrh9269]

Will do Quentin. I'm a runaway train 😁

[@jonathanramirez7003]

Great collection !!!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks for visiting

[@r0b0m1r0]

Very good selection. Thank you for the video. With respect from overseas!-)

[@kennyrh9269]

Sorry about the delay in replying but I've been away from youtube for a while very much. Nice to hear from you.

[@jpetersongaming]

I had no idea the switch had so many classic Shmups! Great video mate!

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks Jordan. Yes Switch is the shmuppers system of choice these days.

[@TexasHollowEarth]

@kennyrh9269 - Yes. Best shoot-em-up console since the TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine! I'd love the Switch to get the PS5-exclusive, R-Type Final 3: Evolved, though 👍

[@jbenn6338]

You’re terrific

[@kennyrh9269]

Very kind of you to say so. My missus probably wouldn't agree 🤣🤣

[@gaminggrandad5554]

Great video Kenny gald to see someone of my age gaming .new subscriber 👍👍

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much - us old codgers must stick together. I'm thinking of changing my youtube name to Jerry Attrick. What do you think 🤣🤣

[@gaminggrandad5554]

@@kennyrh9269 that would be a great name 😂

[@OGPimpin]

Sweet collection, my man!

[@kennyrh9269]

Many thanks. Just got better, see next vid 👌

[@rosstee]

Hi Kenny, excellent video, I love shoot ’em ups as well and have several of these but on PS4. Always like seeing what else is recommended though. Glad I found your channel as I collect blu-rays and other games too. You have another new subscriber!

[@kennyrh9269]

Hello Ross, glad you found me. I guess most of the good shmups on PS4 are from Japan. I only have a handful although I did pick up a nice Collectors Edition of Senko Ronde 2 recently 👌

[@retrogamedreamer8761]

Fantastic video and I can only echo your sentiment regarding LRG. Expensive and a lot of faff despite them releasing wonderful titles!

[@kennyrh9269]

Yes, it's a shame but I normally buy from UK based sellers. Bit more expensive maybe but you don't know what the postage + import fees are gonna be from US. Luckily I only collect Switch shmups so a bit less hassle.

[@arnodino]

Hello from France. a nice collection ! 👌

[@kennyrh9269]

Good to hear from France. Thanks very much 👍👍

[@ps98japan26]

I starter the video and the first title was Mushihime sama… Subscribed. 😊

[@Ace_of_DiscaL]

You sir, are wonderful! 🤝

[@kennyrh9269]

Thank you kindly!

[@mr.hidden5790]

YOU ARE AN AWESOME GAMER!!!!

[@kennyrh9269]

Mmmmm . . .I think I am more of an awesome collector 😂😂

[@CMRetroGaming]

great collection.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much.

[@jorgito21st]

You have a solid collection of shooting games , I need to pick up some of the ones you showed off.

[@kennyrh9269]

I've got even more now. Vid coming soon.

[@tommy8058]

Im into video gaming since more than 40 years now and started at the age of ten in 1981 and still keep it going.😊👍

[@kennyrh9269]

Strangely enough I'm into my 40th year of gaming also although I was 35 when I started. Keep it up 👍👍

[@BRIANTHELATINO64]

Amazing Video! keep up the great content!!! saludos from Mexico

[@kennyrh9269]

Thank you very much! More shmup videos to come and greetings to Mexico 🇲🇽

[@iswitched46]

Nice collection pal, big shmup fan myself 😊

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Fellow shmuppers always welcomed 👍👍

[@OneTheAndOnlyOne]

That arcade thing for the Switch is pretty cool, I didn't know that was something that excists! Thanks for the info, I want one! :D

[@kennyrh9269]

Yes, Mushihimesama is one of my favourite shmups so I was pleased to get that. They are quite scarce in the UK so I was really pleased to pick up the Espgaluda II one as well. There is one other - Dodonpachi Resurrection but I've not seen one of those outside of the US yet.

[@OneTheAndOnlyOne]

@@kennyrh9269 I'm from the Netherlands and haven't seen them anywhere. I guess the only thing for me to do is import it from somewhere.

[@kennyrh9269]

@@OneTheAndOnlyOne Well it originated in the US so that would be your best bet. Postage might be a problem though.

[@AndreyWasilewski]

OMG you are the SHUMUP master, and with a great taste must say

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Shmups have been a great passion of mine since I bought my first console in 1984. The Switch is rapidly becoming the best shmup platform of all time and great to collect for.

[@Sugarbear4_20]

Was expecting a nice wholesome video but then you pulled out the Waifu Uncovered games. A man after my own heart! 😂😂 Excellent collection!

[@kennyrh9269]

I'm in danger of being called a dirty old man. More old than dirty methinks 😁

[@ian.swift.31614]

I'm sure he's bought himself a copy of Caladrius Blaze too in the time since this video was created

[@kennyrh9269]

@@ian.swift.31614 You know me so well 😁

[@jorgito21st]

You got a new Sub 👍

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Welcome on board.

[@robdogg9156]

Just subscribed awesome channel

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Welcome aboard

[@childofcascadia]

Oh my god. This is so cool.

[@kennyrh9269]

Glad you liked it - lots of other shmup videos on the channel.

[@Dottin]

Great video! Would love to see some more of your collection! Whether they be Shmups or not.

[@kennyrh9269]

If you bring up my channel and click on videos you'll find most of my collection. I'm running out of things to show 😁

[@Dottin]

@@kennyrh9269 I actually found them Kenny after I commented. Love the PS3 special edition one. Need that Rayman Origins one in my life. Amazing.

[@kennyrh9269]

@@Dottin PS3 Special Editions used to be my passion so I picked up some really nice stuff 👌

[@travisedwards3543]

You have a great channel. ❤

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks for visiting and welcome 👍👍

[@boaether]

Nice collection

[@kennyrh9269]

Thank you 👍

[@israelmendoza9875]

Que hermoso colección, pero es más hermosa la persona quien hace el vídeo, hay mucha pasión y dedicación, quiero ser como usted 😊 ya me suscribo

[@TheSoldierinus]

With that age he would be your average militaria collector but instead he went the hero’s route and became a gamer

[@kennyrh9269]

I fought in the Vietnam War, The Falklands and Afghanistan. Well . . .in video gamew anyway 😂

[@jamiemoet9091]

Just got the physical copy of Drainus! Can't wait to get it delivered, I'm definitely going to grab the shmup collection as your right it's definitely not cheap 😅

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi jamie. Yes I found the Drainus physical quite reasonable last time I checked. Shmup Collection is one of those that seems to be coming more and more scarce.

[@alanlinnell6817]

That's great sir. I remember my first shmup, xevious in an arcade called Aladdin's palace at the mall.

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks. Ah Xevious that's a good old classic. Forget my first arcade shmup but I used to play Star Force a lot in 1984.

[@developement]

I hope his Grandkids will love this dude!

[@kennyrh9269]

They would if I had any 😂

[@adamh7588]

Hello came across your channel and subscribed. Some nice shumps. Adam from the UK

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi Adam. Thanks for the sub, hope you enjoy the channel. Shmups are one of my major passions so look for more vids on the subject 👌

[@Saitamacz34]

I'm In, 45yo, playing Shmups and not planning on stopping either. Great vid, thanks Kenny

[@kennyrh9269]

Sorry about the delay in replying but I've been away from youtube for a while. Thanks and good to hear from you

[@Naturefreund]

Hilarious Dude keep it up abd stay healthy Greetings from Germany

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks man. Will do 👍

[@annick9684]

Looks quite like my collection , although unfortunately I missed r-type dimensions. But I recently got Jamestown and radiant silvergun. Did not play those yet but are supposed to be great. Also worth mentioning and one of my all time favorites is Ikaruga. Played it on the GameCube and picked up the ps4 and switch years and years later. Must have! What was the game with the silver sleeve box , didn’t quite catch the name of it. Good to see gaming is for all ages, in my fifties , lady player and sometimes feeling nobody understands me. I am a schmup collector as well, and bought a flip grip especially for that purpose. Keep up the good work!

[@kennyrh9269]

Sorry about the delay in replying but I'm semi-retired from youtube now (that is retired but thinking about becoming un-retired 😄) Must say it's great to hear from a female shmupper outside the normal demographic of gamers age-wise. May I give you the same advice as I have given many collectors and gamers over the years. If people find it strange that you still are involved with an activity "normally" undertaken by younger people then that is THEIR problem not yours. Coincidentally I just picked up Jamestown on physical. Never cared for Radiant Silvergun so haven't picked that up yet. Ikaruga I just can't get the hang of at all. The shmup in the silver box is pretty obscure. It's called Kyogeki Quartet Fighter (more commonly known as Quad Fighter K) Yes the Flip Grip is an absolutely essential peripheral for Switch shmups . . .shame it's not more readily available in the UK. Anyway, nice to hear from you and keep shmupping 👍👍

[@DHaworth100]

I discovered the Cotton games recently and Fantasy is a great game.

[@kennyrh9269]

Yes. The best Cotton game by far.

[@aleph1192]

Love the video, just recently got into shmups, and was wondering if Eschatos is in your collection

[@kennyrh9269]

No I only have a digital download. Limited Run have the physical up for preorder so will be picking that up at some point.

[@Laax_32]

Great video ! You got new subscriber ! Maximum respect ! Thanks for the video !

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks for the sub! Great to have you on board.👍👍

[@charlibiris]

Im enjoying raiden 4 a lot. I like it more than Raiden 3. Keep trying to like Darius but still not my thing. Hopefully eventually I’ll find it more appealing or smt. Great vid and collection!

[@kennyrh9269]

I'm a big fan of the Raiden series my favourite being 2. What do you think of the Mikado Remix in general? I see there's a remix of 3 in June 👌

[@wolfen337]

You look like somebody who’s collecting stamps but being a shmup lover is amazing!

[@kennyrh9269]

I used to collect stamps when I was a kid and I'm still a child in my own head. I've been a shmup lover since 1984 when we used to have loads of video arcades. Still love 'em 🛸

[@vicman3122]

Kenny you have a great taste and I'm pretty sure of that because we have similar tastes

[@kennyrh9269]

Sorry about the delay in replying but I've been away from youtube for a while. Glad we're in sync 😊

[@IvanIvanov-uo8xm]

the coolest grandpa on youtube instant follow from me :)

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks Ivan. My wife and daughter don't think I'm cool. They think I'm a nutcase 😲😲

[@Microbex]

Coolest grandpa on earth. Respect from Denmark. 🇩🇰😎

[@kennyrh9269]

Hello Denmark. Pleased to hear from you.

[@SicketMog]

Have a friend who's 77 (me in my thirties; have played video games constantly since the age of 3-4) who constantly goes on about how childish video games are. I'm trying to convince him that they're not; even though he doesn't have to like them it'd be nice to not have him constantly rag on one of my biggest hobbies. I will show him this video; just echoing what's already been said but nice to see an older gentleman understand how fun video games can be. 👍 Edit: never heard of Horgihugh. Will look that (and potentially more to come) up after finishing the video. Edit 2: the rest I have. Oh and if you play these handheld you need a flip grip (if you're into pinball as well).

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi there. I will give you the advice I give everybody in this situation. I've made a life's work of not giving a toss what other people think. Age, gender, religion are no barrier to doing what you want to do. If other people have a problem with it that's THEIR problem not yours.Would your critics have you sitting in the pub all day drinking your money away when you can have a hobby with physical stuff that will last. Don't fall into that trap of thinking that YOU'RE in the wrong. The first thing I did when I bought a Switch was make the flipgrip my second purchase. Absolutely essential if, like me, you prefer vertical shmups. Hope that helps.

[@Godsgood111]

From the sound of it, your cat is a big fan of your mini mushshihimesama arcade stand. I know i am.

[@kennyrh9269]

my cat is a big fan of everything that I'm busy with 🐱. Yes that arcade peripheral is something else. Limited Games are doing one for Espgaluda 2 and Dodonpachi Resurrection. Can't wait. 🤗

[@McNuggetFiend]

omg yes! The algorithm has blessed me today!! games are for everybody!

[@kennyrh9269]

Glad you found me. Yes games are for everyone - even old farts like me 😂😂

[@Kaelidoz]

I like schmups I even bother to tate with a CRT monitor but I can't 1cc any of them :D Still I enjoy them a lot. We would love to see you play some :)

[@kennyrh9269]

I don't think my elderly gameplay would make very good viewing 🤣. Tate is essential in my opinion and I bought a decent rotatable monitor to do the job. 1ccs are tricky.

[@Kaelidoz]

@@kennyrh9269 I think you'd make a killing on twitch, seriously! 100% sure everyone would love to see something/someone different! Great video btw :) I enjoyed it!

[@kennyrh9269]

@@Kaelidoz To be honest I'm not a social media fan. KZbin is about all I can manage 🤯

[@Kaelidoz]

@@kennyrh9269 Haha I don't blame you, I couldn't stream either 😁. By the way I posted this video on the switch subreddit yesterday. It gathered only a few upvotes there but it looks like it had a positive effect on the views and comments :). If you don't mind me sharing your videos I might do it again and post in r/destiny , r/schmups etc. High five from Belgium 🤙

[@kennyrh9269]

@@Kaelidoz Thanks very much. I appreciate anyone sharing my videos because I don't do any self promotion at all. Yes the number of views on this one have been crazy compared to my recent stuff but these have been for a more specialized audience. So please keep sharing and tell all your friends 👍👍

[@Richbroth]

Not sure if i missed it but if you dont have these already here are a few more great schmups that have been ported to the switch. Bullet soul double pack Espgaluda 2 Echatos Great video.

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi Adam. The Bullet Soul Double Pack is on my radar at Playasia. I have a digital copy of Espgaluda 2 but I'm wanting the Limited Run edition with the mini arcade cabinet. Eschatos I have a digital copy on PS5 but I've not seen the Switch physical lately. Thanks for the compliment about the video - one of my most popular for a while.

[@UToobUsername01]

This guy is awesome. He is obviously in his 20's but the shmups have accelerated his aging due to the stress of figuring out how to dodge all the bullets.

[@kennyrh9269]

Spot on mate. Does it really show 😅

[@barryklinedinst6233]

It's nice seeing an older gamer. I'm 61 and love gaming. I use my switch daily but have no schmups. What is a good place to start? Enjoy your day

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi there, nice to hear from an older gamer. Okay shmups . . .you should stay away from bullet hell ones. Best place to start would be an obscure game called Horgihugh and Friends which you can buy cheaply on Amazon. Or if you fancy a vertical shmup then Raiden IV Mikado Remix is not too brutal, again cheap on Amazon. Hope that helps.

[@WhateverHappenedToGaryCooper]

I’m looking forward to Mecha Ritz & Dezatopia and hoping Graze Counter gets a physical. It’s a bummer when they sell out and that you have to preorder but it is exciting when you finally receive them

[@kennyrh9269]

I feel your pain and agree that it is a bind having to go to Limited Run Games and Playasia. I try to buy my import stuff from UK sellers wherever possible. Dezatopia looks interesting but I'm not too fussed about Graze Counter which I have on Steam.

[@jamiemoet9091]

Just recently got back into shmups and 'sine mora ex' and 'cotton fantasy' was my first pick ups! As you said cotton fantasy is a great game but i really like the story side of sine mora which even has voice acting, I got it for pennies from cex. I really LOVE 'parodius' but not sure if its on the switch, thats my all time favourite shmup.

[@kennyrh9269]

Cotton Fantasy is fantastic - one of the best horizontal shmups on the Switch. Sine Mora I'm not keen on so much although the graphics are good and it's a nice budget price. Sadly Parodius isn't out for the Switch but I would imagine it will turn up eventually . . .maybe in a compilation.

[@ScorpBerserker]

I personally don't like Sine Mora's story, because there are FURRYs who talks about genocide and mass rapes. It's really weird.

[@coldh8terade737]

My dad never understood gaming. He was always the type that said you're rotting your brain if you play too much, but ironically enough, he was a movie nut and he couldn't tell you what made watching westerns and noir flicks all the time more acceptable. I mean, I could just watch somebody stream a game and enjoy it the same way. I really wish he had your perspective.

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi there. Well, I don't have any "mates" as such because I have no common ground with folks my age. Of course it works both ways. In my mind I'm still that 12-year-old who loves to collect stuff and, accordingly, I still look at my hobby through a child's eyes. Your Dad didn't - it's as simple as that.

[@SteMan1971]

Gotta get me one of those switch arcade cabs

[@kennyrh9269]

Yes, I love that one, also Mushi is one of my favourite games. Actually Limited Run games have taken preorders for a cab for Dodonpachi Resurrection and Espgaluda 2. They are long overdue but I'll be jumping on them when and if they come out.

[@SteMan1971]

@@kennyrh9269 Yeah I have a switch but don't have quite the collection of SHMUPS you have. I do play Crimzon Clover World Explosion quite a bit and I love revisiting some of the retro games like RType and Flying Shark.

[@SalvationInChristAlone]

Fantastic collection... Great taste especially in MUSHIHIMESAMA !.... Although Crimzon Clover World Explosion 💥 is not a physical release just yet (First Press Games taking forever) I'd highly recommend grabbing it digitally. You won't regret it, Hands down my favourite Switch Shmup.

[@kennyrh9269]

Ah . . .Mushi, one of my favourites of all time. Must try and find the Collectors Edition that goes with that arcade peripheral because I don't have a physical copy. Haven't picked up Crimson Clover WE on digital yet because I've been awaiting a physical. Not familiar with First Press, must check 'em out.

[@SalvationInChristAlone]

@@kennyrh9269 proceed with caution I've been waiting for ages

[@kennyrh9269]

@@SalvationInChristAlone Can't be much worse than Limited Run mate. Can't be ar$ed with 'em.

[@SalvationInChristAlone]

@@kennyrh9269 Well I Pre-Ordered Crimzon Clover World Explosion on September 10th 2021 and I've still not received it. They are notoriously Slow.

[@kennyrh9269]

@@SalvationInChristAlone Good grief !! Have you not lost hope ?

[@C6Steve]

Return of the cat 🐈 😆 Now, I'm not disparaging when I say this, but being the elderly statesman that you are, what are your reflexes like during a high intensity shmup battle? At 53, my twitch reflexes aren't what they were. Regardless, a very nice trove that mate 👍 1k views so far! This one's blown up! 😉

[@kennyrh9269]

Cat's always there mate. Reflexes commensurate with age . . .on the edge of senility. Still hangin' in there so can't be all bad 😛😛

[@realguitarthur]

Absolutely awesome! I am 43; I hope I am still playing and collecting at your age...truly, age is just a number! :) #RETROGAMING4EVER

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks. Yes age is no barrier to anything and don't let anybody tell you otherwise. 👍

[@PearFinch]

Consider getting Devil Engine!

[@kennyrh9269]

It's up for preorder at Playasia. Will be getting it for sure👍

[@petewatson8074]

Great list. My favourite shmups on switch are: Esp ra de Mushihimesama Espgaluda 2 Akai Katana Shin Crimzon clover Gunvein Deathsmiles Rolling Gunner Danmaku Unlimited Eschatos Darius Gaiden Dodonpachi (least favourite cave game) Ray Z collection (great but probably not worth the £60 I spent on the Japanese eshop) Giga Wing Pro Gear Runner up: Like Dreamer

[@kennyrh9269]

Hi Peter. Yes, few of my favourites on that list too. Mushi, Crimson Clover, Deathsmiles. Of course that's what makes the Switch such a great shmups console - the mass of shmups on Eshop. The Sega Saturn was always considered THE machine for shmups but Switch outpaces it by miles.

[@petewatson8074]

@@kennyrh9269 Yeah, I had a Saturn but wasn't into shmups back then. I wish I had held onto that console

[@kennyrh9269]

@@petewatson8074 I have a Japanese Saturn but the prices of some of the games are truly eye-watering. Of course the PC Engine/Turbo Duo was quite the shmupping console but likewise the prices 😲

[@ian.swift.31614]

Dodonpachi is not on switch...yet. You must mean Dodonpachi Daifukkatsu which is a different game my friend.

[@petewatson8074]

@@ian.swift.31614 Yes I do. I know the decent Dodonpachi is coming in December. I just don't like the amount of auto bombs given on daifukatsu coupled with not even knowing when you get hit sometimes due to the amount going on on screen. It almost makes you stop caring about getting hit and cheapens the experience.

[@quaverflava3639]

👌🏻

[@kennyrh9269]

👍👍👌🥨

[@TexasHollowEarth]

Impressive collection, Sir. Props on getting Rolling Gunner... I may have to get that one. Andro Dunos 2 is amazing.... much better than AD1. Are you waiting on Star Gagnant, as I am? I payed plenty for my R-Type EX + both Darius Chronicle Collections on physical from Ebay! I've been gaming for over 40 years.... I'm 47 now. My Dad owned an Odyssey2, which I started on 😎👍

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. I'm waiting on all decent shooters to be honest. Yes, those Limited Edition box sets are flaming expensive once they go out of print. Odyssey 2? That's a new one on me.

[@TexasHollowEarth]

@kennyrh9269 - I was incorrect. My Dad owned an original Magnavox Odyssey console (USA name) from 1972! That was the 1st console that I played on, then we had an Atari 2600, then a ColecoVision before going to Commodore 64, then Amiga 500, then back to consoles with the Nintendo NES (Famicom) + some DOOM, Heretic, and Hexen on my Dad's Pentium 66 MHz 👍

[@kennyrh9269]

@@TexasHollowEarth Thanks for the correction - thought I was going a bit mad there for a while. Never had an Atari 2600 or 7800. My introduction to gaming was the Sinclair Spectrum. Had a good percentage of the consoles since then and I recall the Colecovision with some nostalgia. Almost arcade perfect conversions . . .ah, heaven.

[@edwinkirkland8856]

Siempre sir god bless you, i would love to meet you and play shumps all day blessings always 🙏

[@kennyrh9269]

Thanks very much. Yes, I could play shmups all day too. . .all week . . .all month 😂

[@ghostwood9174]

What are your plans for the “Lightfall” expansion launch next week for Destiny 2.

[@kennyrh9269]

Well, to beat the campaign first of all and then collect all the guns. LOVE the guns 🔫💥

[@ruslansbehterevs-uw5ho]

Don't think I can't see that Byonetta gun in background boiiiii.

[@kennyrh9269]

Sometimes you can, sometimes not. Depends on my camera angle.

[@johngavalas74]

Aleste Collection man id love to see this digitally on the United States eshop

[@kennyrh9269]

Yes it's a real shame that many of the best Japanese shmups never get a physical or digital release in the west. Actually that has been the same with most consoles since the PS1. I moan about having to pay 70 quid for a japanese Switch import yet I paid the same for a Japanese Starfox back in the days of the SNES.

[@johngavalas74]

@@kennyrh9269 i have starfox and starfox 2 for snes in the box as well as starfox 64

[@kennyrh9269]

​@@johngavalas74 Those were the days eh? Japanese imports were not as easy to obtain as they are today - just from specialist dealers. We forget that prices were actually more expensive back then. £70 20 years ago is equivalent to way over 100 now 😦

[@johngavalas74]

@@kennyrh9269 Yeah its crazy the inflation is ridiculous

[@onenessseeker5683]

I love you

[@kennyrh9269]

I love you too ❤

[@arcadeutopia3035]

I'm 44 and I know I will be gaming until the end lol

[@kennyrh9269]

Well let's hope that is quite a few years hence 😂👍