"Darius might be Taito's best-known series of shoot 'em ups, but the "Ray'z" series is popular too. Beginning with 1994's 2D RayForce, the series went on to spawn two polygonal entries: RayStorm in 1996 and RayCrisis in 1998. Various iterations of these games will be included in a pair of upcoming collections for PlayStation and Switch from ININ Games: RayStorm X RayCrisis HD Collection and Ray'z Arcade Chronology. Both titles are due out on June 30," says Co-Optimus.
“Another year full of gaming treats is coming to a close so it's time to kick-off our Game of the Year Awards with a look at the 11 best retro and old-school games. When you're ready, fill your pocket with quarters and let's head to the arcade like in the good old days.” - A.J. Maciejewski from Video Chums.
"Comprised of RayForce, RayStorm, and RayCrisis, Taito's Ray series of shoot 'em ups are known for their lock-on mechanics that allow players to fire upon enemies in the foreground and background, excellent ship and mecha designs, and memorable music. ININ and M2’s Ray'z Arcade Chronology for PlayStation and Switch celebrates and preserves the series by collecting all three arcade games in one simple but slick package," says Co-Optimus.
“Ray'z Arcade Chronology is one of the best shoot 'em up collections you can get thanks to a phenomenal trilogy of games that have defiantly stood the test of time and can appeal to a wide range of genre enthusiasts. I just don't know who this Ray fellow is...” - A.J. Maciejewski from Video Chums.
