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ZPF is definitely a shoot 'em up worth taking a closer look at. Technically speaking, it's very impressive, and had it been released on the Mega Drive during the console's heyday, we'd probably have mentioned it in the same breath as classics like Galenancer, Thunder Force and Truxton. It gets most things right and really only falls short in that there is sometimes a bit too much happening on screen at once, and that the game's wildly varied environments don't quite give it a sense of cohesion. But with its satisfying upgrade system and a highly customisable difficulty level, it's a must-have for any shoot 'em up fanatic's collection.
77
ZPF looked awesome in Mega Drive and it's a worthy competitor in current platforms. SOme players may feel scared of its tough difficulty, but longtime fans of classic shooters will enjoy its direct, intense proposal.
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Published by Mega Cat Studios and developed by ZPF Team, one of the most recent titles for the beloved Sega Genesis, ZPF, has finally arrived on Steam. This horizontal shoot 'em up pushes the classic '90s console to its limits in both graphics and sound. In this review, we'll analyze the game as a whole and also thoroughly examine the quality of the PC port.
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En conclusion, ZPF est une expérience destinée plus aux nostalgiques et aux passionnés de ce genre. On se retrouve rapidement happé par son gameplay nerveux, ses visuels éclatants et son ambiance sonore percutante. Malgré quelques défauts notables, notamment au niveau de l’ergonomie et de la lisibilité de certains niveaux, le jeu parvient à offrir une expérience satisfaisante. ZPF s’impose comme un très bon représentant de son genre, sans pour autant atteindre l’excellence. Il séduira sans difficulté les amateurs de shoot’em up et les nostalgiques des arcades, mais un autre public sera probablement plus difficile à atteindre. Toutefois, le prix demandé est raisonnable, donc, pour ceux qui aiment le style, je n’aurais aucun problème à le recommander. Je lui donne la note de 7 sur 10.
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Apr 30, 2026
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ZPF is definitely a shoot 'em up worth taking a closer look at. Technically speaking, it's very impressive, and had it been released on the Mega Drive during the console's heyday, we'd probably have mentioned it in the same breath as classics like Galenancer, Thunder Force and Truxton. It gets most things right and really only falls short in that there is sometimes a bit too much happening on screen at once, and that the game's wildly varied environments don't quite give it a sense of cohesion. But with its satisfying upgrade system and a highly customisable difficulty level, it's a must-have for any shoot 'em up fanatic's collection.
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ZPF looked awesome in Mega Drive and it's a worthy competitor in current platforms. SOme players may feel scared of its tough difficulty, but longtime fans of classic shooters will enjoy its direct, intense proposal.
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SummaryInspired by classic games like Lords of Thunder, Elemental Master, and Thunderforce 3/4, ZPF is a horizontal shoot 'em up that combines fantasy, and sci-fi elements into one epic adventure. With themes ranging from lush fantasy realms to dystopian futures and alien-infested space, ZPF offers a rich, varied gameplay experience where you'l... Read More
Platforms:
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
- Xbox Series X
- Xbox One
Initial Release Date:Apr 16, 2026
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- ZPF Team
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