Parodius Da! (NES, English Patch) – Konami’s Funniest Shooter Lands in English

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🎉🛸 Parodius Da! (NES, English Patch) – Konami’s Funniest Shooter Lands in English 🐧🎶

Originally released only in Japan, Parodius Da! on the NES is a quirky, over-the-top parody of Konami’s own Gradius series — replacing serious sci-fi action with dancing octopi, flying penguins, and all manner of cartoon chaos. With the English fan translation, Western players can finally enjoy this weird, wonderful shooter with fully understandable menus, dialogue, and item descriptions.

This is classic Konami absurdity at its finest.

🎮 Gameplay

Parodius Da! plays like a comedic remix of Gradius, complete with upgrade bars, power-ups, and side-scrolling shoot-’em-up action. The NES version captures the spirit of the arcade game surprisingly well.

Four playable characters:

Vic Viper (classic Gradius ship)

Octopus

TwinBee

Penguin

Gradius-style upgrade system: Collect bells and power-ups to enhance speed, missiles, lasers, shields, and more.

Chaotic enemies: Giant cats, sumo wrestlers, carnival bosses, and other bizarre foes make every stage unpredictable and hilarious.

Responsive controls: Despite the NES limitations, movement and shooting feel smooth, with just the right amount of challenge.

The game’s difficulty is fair but brisk — it keeps you alert without feeling cheap.

🎨 Presentation

Colorful spritework: For the NES, the visuals are impressively detailed, bursting with personality and humor.

Chiptune soundtrack: Upbeat arrangements of classical music blend with Konami’s signature sound, giving the game a uniquely joyful vibe.

English patch clarity: Menus, power-up labels, and endings are now readable, making the experience smoother for non-Japanese players.

It’s hard not to smile when playing this game — it’s intentionally silly, playful, and bursting with charm.

⚠️ Weak Spots

Occasional slowdown: Like many NES shooters, heavy enemy waves can cause minor performance dips.

Short length: The game is not long, though its replay value is high thanks to varied characters and difficulty.

Some bosses are RNG-heavy: Patterns can feel unpredictable until learned.

✅ Final Verdict

Parodius Da! (English Patched) on the NES is a joyful, polished, and wonderfully ridiculous shoot-’em-up. It blends tight arcade action with comedic flair in a way few games ever have. The English patch makes it even more accessible, allowing players outside Japan to appreciate the humor and style without barriers.

If you love shooters, Konami classics, or just want something fun and weird to brighten your day, Parodius Da! is a must-play.

💬 Which Parodius character is your favorite? Are you team Penguin or team Octopus?

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:32 Stage 1
5:37 Stage 2
13:05 Stage 3
19:01 Stage 4
24:57 Stage 5
30:24 Stage 6
35:26 Stage 7
40:10 Ending

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