Shooters
Gradius
An even more novel idea than introducing real enemy patterns is distinctive Gradius power-up system.
Mamoru kun wa norowarete shimatta!
While I wouldn’t call this a bullet hell shooter, there are some complex bullet patterns to weave your way around during some of the later bosses. This is where using the curse mechanic can really save you!
Choujikuu Yousai Macross
While this first entry in the Macross game franchise isn’t a bad game, it’s just not very interesting or fun. And it’s definitely not as notable as some of the other entries yet to come.