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'''Vasara 2'''
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'''Vasara 2''', which was released in 2001, is the second and finale game in the [[Vasara Series]] of shoot-em-ups, as well as the finale game to be developed and released by [[Visco]]. Unlike most games of the genre, Vasara 2 draws heavily from the history of feudal Japan, rather than depicting a possible future. The game features a 'Sengoku-steampunk'<ref>[https://shmups.system11.org/viewtopic.php?t=25188]</ref> theme similar to [[Psikyo]]'s [[Sengoku Ace Series]].
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The [[Vasara Series]] was ported to modern platforms in the form of the VASARA Collection on August 13, 2019.
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== Gameplay Overview ==
 
== Gameplay Overview ==
The '''gameplay overview''' section starts out with the '''controls''' of the game, including all of the buttons used and what they're used for. ''It's recommended to keep the control layout simple and easy to understand.'' Feel free to note the directions that the player can move as well, if you wish or if it's notable (horizontal only, 4 way, 8 way, analog, etc). Advanced and strategic ways of manipulating the controls can be included in a following Strategy section, or wherever that information might be the most relevant.
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'''Vasara 2''' is a two-button shooter.
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Unlike most other games of the genre, the player is not destroyed or powered down when coming into contact with an enemy. The player is instead knocked backwards at an angle relative to the point and direction of contact.
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There are two modes available for play: '''Easy''' and '''Hard'''
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'''Easy''': 1 Loop, 6 Stages, Lower rank
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'''Hard''': 2 Loops, 6 stages(12 total), Higher rank, TLB{{unconfirmed}}, and True ending.{{unconfirmed}}
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=== Controls ===
 
=== Controls ===
 
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* '''A:''' Description
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* '''A (Press):''' Fires the players shots(Main and Sub). Each character features its own unique shots.
* '''A (Press):''' Description
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* '''A (Hold):''' Charges the players 'Slash' attack. Release to use. The slash attack cancels orange bullets, as well as negating the knock back usually suffered when colliding with an enemy.
* '''A (Hold):''' Description
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* '''B:''' Unleashes a Vasara attack. Vasara attacks act as this game's bomb equivalent. While using a Vasara attack, the player deals constant damage to enemies slashed, cancels orange bullets slashed, becomes invulnerable, and destroys purple bullets upon contact. A player may have up to three Vasara attacks saved(shown under the players score), and they are refilled by collecting blue gems throughout the game.
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=== Unlockable Secrets ===
 
=== Unlockable Secrets ===
 
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There is a TLB and ending waiting at the end of the second loop.{{{unconfirmed}}
  
 
=== Characters / Ships / Styles ===
 
=== Characters / Ships / Styles ===

Revision as of 22:13, 17 September 2024

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Vasara 2, which was released in 2001, is the second and finale game in the Vasara Series of shoot-em-ups, as well as the finale game to be developed and released by Visco. Unlike most games of the genre, Vasara 2 draws heavily from the history of feudal Japan, rather than depicting a possible future. The game features a 'Sengoku-steampunk'[1] theme similar to Psikyo's Sengoku Ace Series.


The Vasara Series was ported to modern platforms in the form of the VASARA Collection on August 13, 2019.


For replay videos, visit the Video Index.

Gameplay Overview

Vasara 2 is a two-button shooter.

Unlike most other games of the genre, the player is not destroyed or powered down when coming into contact with an enemy. The player is instead knocked backwards at an angle relative to the point and direction of contact.

There are two modes available for play: Easy and Hard

Easy: 1 Loop, 6 Stages, Lower rank

Hard: 2 Loops, 6 stages(12 total), Higher rank, TLB?, and True ending.?


Controls


  • A (Press): Fires the players shots(Main and Sub). Each character features its own unique shots.
  • A (Hold): Charges the players 'Slash' attack. Release to use. The slash attack cancels orange bullets, as well as negating the knock back usually suffered when colliding with an enemy.
  • B: Unleashes a Vasara attack. Vasara attacks act as this game's bomb equivalent. While using a Vasara attack, the player deals constant damage to enemies slashed, cancels orange bullets slashed, becomes invulnerable, and destroys purple bullets upon contact. A player may have up to three Vasara attacks saved(shown under the players score), and they are refilled by collecting blue gems throughout the game.

Unlockable Secrets


There is a TLB and ending waiting at the end of the second loop.{?

Characters / Ships / Styles


This section should include the characters or ships, if any, that the player can select in the game. Ideally, different "styles" (for games that use them, such as DoDonPachi) would also be included here.

If there is only one playable character and no elements to augment/customize your ship, this section can be omitted from the page.

Weapons


This section describes the weapons that you use in the game and elaborates on them further. Stuff like standard shots, focus shots, bombs, weapon pickups that differ in functionality, options, etc. This can be omitted if not relevant to the game in question.

Items


This section describes any and all collectibles that you acquire in the game. An example being any Power Up items or Medals from Battle Garegga. Include secret items such as extra lives as well.

Rank


If the game features a relevant rank system, use this section to discuss it in more detail. Otherwise, this can be omitted.

Loops


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Scoring


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Strategy

See (Template Page)/Strategy for stage maps, enemy and boss descriptions, walkthroughs, and advanced play strategies.


This section details some particular strategic information about the game and its gameplay, such as hidden 1UPs and some basic scoring tricks. For anything particularly deep or highly complex, you can probably leave it in the Strategy page.

(Currently evaluating whether or not this specific section should even include information outside of the separated Strategy pages. Worth thinking about as a community.)


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