This is a fantastic game all around. from gameplay to graphics (at the time anyhow). Even one of the very best game soundtracks ive ever heard. i still play it to this day. this game has an unreal amount of unlockables, and hidden paths. Getting everything can be insanely challenging, but the standard player should be able to at least get all weapons on the normal planes. id recommend this game to people who like contra and those raiden or 1942 games.  well worth the $45 dollars thats being charged for it now. i own a copy and i would NEVER sell it!