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Omega Boost
is a three dimensional shoot 'em up developed by Polyphony Digital and Cyberhead for the PlayStation. It was released in 1999 throughout Japan, North America, and Europe by Sony Computer Entertainment. The game features mecha designs by Shoji Kawamori of ''Macross'' fame. Being released late in the PlayStation's life, ''Omega Boost'' is said to have some of the best graphics on the console with parts of the game running at 60 frame/s. The game was criticized by some reviewers for being too short (Nine levels with nine unlockable special missions) and simplistic. However, it is still considered one of the best ''Macross''-style mecha simulation games produced and is thought of by many as a sleeper hit due to its poor marketing. ''Omega Boost'' is so far the only non-racing game developed by Polyphony Digital, whose works comprise almost solely of racing simulators. Gameplay The gameplay takes place in waves, meaning that enemies will appear in the same groups and formations ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Polyphony Digital
Polyphony Digital is an internal Japanese first-party video game development studio for PlayStation Studios. Originally a development group within Sony Computer Entertainment known as Polys Entertainment, after the success of '' Gran Turismo'' in Japan, they were granted greater autonomy and their name changed to Polyphony Digital. It currently has four studios in Japan, the Netherlands, and the United States. Company overview The studio is best known for the '' Gran Turismo'' racing game series. Led by Kazunori Yamauchi, ''Gran Turismo'' became the most successful racing series for the PlayStation, PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3. The ''Gran Turismo'' series is designed to be a realistic driving simulator, offering realistic driving physics. In 2006, Polyphony released '' Tourist Trophy'', in an attempt to bring the realism of ''Gran Turismo'' to motorcycle racing. Games developed as Polys Entertainment as Polyphony Digital Other projects Polyphony Digital has also ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vacuum Tube
A vacuum tube, electron tube, valve (British usage), or tube (North America), is a device that controls electric current flow in a high vacuum between electrodes to which an electric voltage, potential difference has been applied. The type known as a thermionic tube or thermionic valve utilizes thermionic emission of electrons from a hot cathode for fundamental electronic functions such as signal amplifier, amplification and current rectifier, rectification. Non-thermionic types such as a vacuum phototube, however, achieve electron emission through the photoelectric effect, and are used for such purposes as the detection of light intensities. In both types, the electrons are accelerated from the cathode to the anode by the electric field in the tube. The simplest vacuum tube, the diode (i.e. Fleming valve), invented in 1904 by John Ambrose Fleming, contains only a heated electron-emitting cathode and an anode. Electrons can only flow in one direction through the device—fro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Loudmouth (band)
Loudmouth is a post-grunge band who played such songs as "Fly", "What?", and "End of the Century", having their music featured in the PlayStation game ''Omega Boost'', and having the same song featured in the movie '' Varsity Blues''. Two of Loudmouth's four members are Bob Feddersen and John Sullivan who were both from Oak Lawn, Illinois. Feddersen and Sullivan were previously in the bands Vandal and Full Force. They have been musical partners since they were in junior high, both recently have pursued solo careers. Loudmouth's former bassist, Mike "Flare" Flaherty went on to enjoy limited success with the band No One. Lead Guitarist Tony "Mac" McQuaid has been playing Guitar in two Illinois-based Rock Bands, one named ''Head on'' and the other named The Mag 7. LoudMouth released their first CD on Hollywood Records in 1999. It featured the single "Fly" and "Rats in the Maze". John Sullivan and Joe Barresi produced the album that was mixed by Chris Lord-Alge Chris Lord-Alg ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Feeder (band)
Feeder are a Welsh rock band formed in Newport in 1994. They have released 11 studio albums, 12 compilations, four EPs and 43 singles, spending a combined total of 184 weeks on the singles and albums charts as of 2019, while accumulating 25 top 75 singles between 1997 and 2012. At their peak of commercial success, Feeder won two Kerrang! Awards in 2001 and 2003; they were inducted into their Hall of Fame in August 2019 for “Distinguished Services to Rock”. Feeder are one of the Britpop era bands to have continued success long after their peak. Their 2019 album '' Tallulah'' debuted at number four, more than two decades after the group formed, and 20 years after their first top 10 album ''Yesterday Went Too Soon''. The band was formed in 1994,Jon Lee tribute night at T. J.'s Newport, programme guide. although an earlier incarnation under the name of "Reel" was formed in 1992 by vocalist and guitarist Grant Nicholas, drummer Jon Lee and bassist Simon Blight, three of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dip In The Pool (band)
Dip in the Pool is a Japanese pop duo consisting of Miyako Koda (voices) and Tatsuji Kimura (keyboards), who have made eight albums. Their UK album ''Silence'' was released through Rough Trade Records in 1986. Their track "Izmir" is the ending music of the PlayStation game, ''Omega Boost''. Koda is also an actress and has appeared in "Fanshî dansu" (Fancy Dance, 1989), "Hakuchi" (1999), and "Kanaria" (2005). Discography Albums *''Dip in the Pool'' (1986, previous works collection CD; also released in UK on Rough Trade Records titled ''Silence'') *''10 Palettes'' (1988, East West Records) *''Retinae'' (1989, Moon/East West) *''Aurorae'' (1991, Moon/East West, produced by Peter Scherer) *''The Sea of Serenity'' (1993, Epic Records) *''KM 93.11'' (1993, Sony Records Sony Records was a record label founded by R&B duo Ike & Tina Turner in 1963. It was not affiliated with Sony Group Corporation. Ike Turner produced singles by members of the Kings of Rhythm and the Ikettes on Sony ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aniplex
is a Japanese anime, music production and anime licensee company owned by Sony Music Entertainment Japan. Established in September 1995, Aniplex has been involved in the production and distribution of several anime series, such as both ''Fullmetal Alchemist'' anime television series, ''Bleach'', ''Sword Art Online'', '' Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', ''Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba'', ''Fate'', '' the Monogatari series'', ''Angel Beats!'', ''The Promised Neverland'', ''Rurouni Kenshin'', and more. Additionally, Aniplex produces and distributes music and soundtrack records, including the original soundtracks for all of Sony Interactive Entertainment's computer and video games. Since the 2010s, Aniplex is also involved in the production and publishing of video games. Aniplex is also involved in retail merchandising, producing toys, games, stationery, food and other items featuring popular characters. In addition, Aniplex puts together events to promote the anime franchises. For e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Video Game Music
Video game music (or VGM) is the soundtrack that accompanies video games. Early video game music was once limited to sounds of early sound chips, such as programmable sound generators (PSG) or FM synthesis chips. These limitations have led to the style of music known as chiptune, which became the sound of the first video games. With technological advances, video game music has grown to include a wider range of sounds. Players can hear music in video games over a game's title screen, menus, and gameplay. Game soundtracks can also change depending on a player's actions or situation, such as indicating missed actions in rhythm games, informing the player they are in a dangerous situation, or rewarding them for specific achievements. Video game music can be one of two kinds: original or licensed. The popularity of video game music has created education and job opportunities, generated awards, and led video game soundtracks to be commercially sold and performed in concerts. His ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gran Turismo (series)
(''GT'') is a series of racing simulation video games developed by Polyphony Digital. Developed for PlayStation systems, ''Gran Turismo'' games are intended to emulate the appearance and performance of a large selection of vehicles, most of which are licensed reproductions of real-world automobiles. Since the franchise's debut in 1997, over 90 million units have been sold worldwide for the PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation Portable, making it the highest selling video game franchise under the PlayStation brand. Overview The ''Gran Turismo'' series is developed by Polyphony Digital and produced by Kazunori Yamauchi. ''Gran Turismo'' can trace back its origins to 1992, when Kazunori Yamauchi set out with a group of seven to develop the original '' Gran Turismo'', which took five years to complete. The appeal of the ''Gran Turismo'' series is due significantly to its graphics, a large number of licensed vehicles, attention ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panzer Dragoon Zwei
''Panzer Dragoon II Zwei'' is a 1996 rail shooter developed by Team Andromeda and published by Sega for the Sega Saturn. The second entry in the ''Panzer Dragoon'' series and a prequel to the original game, the story follows Lundi and his dragon companion Lagi chasing a ship of the Ancient Age. The gameplay features the player moving an aiming reticle and shooting enemies while the dragon travels through 3D environments on a fixed track, with levels having alternate pathways which influence gameplay. Production of ''Zwei'' began in 1995 in parallel with the role-playing video game ''Panzer Dragoon Saga'' (1998), having a small staff and little assistance from Sega. In response to player criticism of the original ''Panzer Dragoon'', the team lowered the overall difficulty and expanded the story elements. The music, composed by Yayoi Wachi, influenced the musical direction of later entries. ''Zwei'' was acclaimed by journalists, with many praising it as superior to the original ''P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
