COTTON REBOOT!

Joguinho bão!

very fun game :3

COTTON REBOOT! is a vibrant and affectionate revival of a classic “cute ’em up” that successfully bridges decades of arcade history with modern expectations. Developed by Rocket-Engine Co., Ltd. and published by BEEP, the game is a full remake of the original Cotton: Fantastic Night Dreams, a title long remembered for blending whimsical anime aesthetics with challenging horizontal shooter gameplay. Rather than simply polishing the old visuals, COTTON REBOOT! reimagines the experience from the ground up, aiming to respect its roots while making the game approachable and engaging for contemporary players. At its core, the gameplay remains faithful to classic arcade shooting fundamentals. Players guide the candy-obsessed witch Cotton across horizontally scrolling stages filled with airborne enemies, environmental hazards, and screen-filling bosses. Shooting, positioning, and quick reflexes are still essential, but the remake introduces refinements that subtly modernize the flow of combat. Enemy patterns are clearer, movement feels smoother, and visual readability has been greatly improved, which is crucial in a genre where split-second decisions define success or failure. The overall pacing strikes a balance between accessibility and challenge, making it welcoming to newcomers while still demanding enough to satisfy genre veterans. One of the standout additions is the reworked scoring and power-up systems, particularly the Jewel Fever mechanic. By defeating enemies efficiently and collecting dropped crystals, players can trigger a temporary powered-up state that dramatically increases firepower and scoring potential. This mechanic adds a layer of strategy to what might otherwise be straightforward shooting, encouraging players to think about timing, positioning, and risk rather than simply surviving. For players interested in mastery and high-score chasing, this system provides meaningful depth and replayability, transforming each run into a test of optimization rather than mere endurance. Visually, COTTON REBOOT! is a dramatic upgrade over its source material. The remastered Arrange Mode features high-resolution artwork, widescreen support, and richly detailed backgrounds that bring the game’s fantasy world to life. Characters are expressive, enemies are bursting with personality, and bosses feel appropriately imposing without losing the playful tone that defines the series. Despite the increased visual complexity, the game generally maintains strong clarity during hectic moments, which is essential in a shooter where overcrowded screens can quickly become frustrating. For purists and longtime fans, the inclusion of the original Sharp X68000 version is a thoughtful touch, allowing players to experience the game exactly as it once was and compare the two interpretations side by side. Sound design further reinforces the game’s celebratory tone. The soundtrack offers rearranged versions of classic tracks alongside original audio options, letting players choose between nostalgia and a more modern soundscape. Voice acting, absent in early versions of the game, adds personality to Cotton and her fairy companion Silk, injecting humor and charm into the brief story segments. While the narrative itself remains light and largely secondary to gameplay, its playful presentation helps establish a consistent identity that sets the Cotton series apart from more serious or militaristic shooters. In terms of content, COTTON REBOOT! is relatively concise, staying true to its arcade heritage. A single playthrough can be completed in a short sitting, which may surprise players accustomed to longer modern campaigns. However, the design clearly expects repetition. Multiple modes, including Time Attack and score-focused challenges, are built to encourage replaying stages, refining strategies, and climbing leaderboards. For fans of arcade shooters, this loop of replay, improvement, and mastery is not a drawback but the core appeal. Players seeking extensive progression systems or narrative-heavy content, however, may find the experience somewhat lean. Ultimately, COTTON REBOOT! succeeds as both a respectful homage and a confident modernization of a genre classic. It captures the joyful absurdity, demanding gameplay, and colorful personality that defined the original while smoothing out rough edges that could alienate modern players. While its appeal remains somewhat niche, particularly for those unfamiliar with arcade shooters, it stands as an excellent example of how classic games can be revitalized without losing their identity. For fans of shoot ’em ups, retro aesthetics, or simply games that prioritize pure mechanical fun, COTTON REBOOT! delivers a lively, polished, and genuinely satisfying experience. Rating: 6/10

很典型的老遊戲復刻 以前玩過的來補票就對了

除了不支持北通手柄，其它都挺好的。

2h遊んでの感想です。 キー設定ができて操作しやすくていいと思います。 テンキーを使わせてほしいです。 演出が激しいので目が疲れます。 演出を半透明にするとか暗めにするとか、設定できるともっと遊びやすいと思います。 ステージとステージの間にカットインが入りますが、 これをオンオフ設定できるようになりませんか？ 毎回キーを押して飛ばすのがめんどいです。 キャラクターを設定でかえるのではなく、 ストーリーを開始するときに、 選択できるようになりませんか。 また、キャラクターがコットンじゃないときは、 Loading中に表示されるキャラも使用中のキャラにできませんか。 ステージをまたぐLoadingなのですが、 ティータイム中や、ティータイムが終わってボーナスを表示している間におわりませんか？ ティータイム後のボーナス表示をキーを押してとばせませんか。 むしろティータイムはいらない気がします。 ステージが終わって、よし次って思うのですが、 いちいちティータイムが入るので気がそがれます。 さくさく進んでより遊びやすくなるのではないか、と思いました。