I am very impressed AND frustrated. Congrats.
Occasionally, I come across a game that challenges me or makes me very involved. One that has me staying up late, saying "come on, come ON" as I try to win it. One that, believe it or not, makes me go "ARGH" and bite into my fist as I screw up at it. This is one of those games. It's challenging, tough as can be, and kick-ass, all at the same time. The graphics are fairly simple, naturally, but there's a fluid, retro feel about it all and the little humor you insert with Rick and...heh, "Smurf"...is funny. Nice names for the bosses, and of course, the "play as multiple people" option is very excellent. My only gripe that keeps this from getting a perfect ten is that I beat the game on the Hard option and I got no reward, which is depressing to me, because I had hoped that I would be able to have something to go on for winning as X and Zero. Now I'm on Delia, and DAMN is Fusion Drake tough for Melee characters! I intend to continue trying hard until I figure out the secret to creaming this sucker! Best of luck to your future projects, and may your future shine bright, maelstormm!