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Subject: Aka & Blue Type-R Sat 13 Jan 2018 - 15:01
During the game music festival "JAPAN Game Music Festival II: Re", the company Tanoshimasu announced an arcade version of it's smartphone game Aka to Blue. The arcade version will be named Aka to Blue Type R.
Aka to Blue is a vertical scrolling shooting game released in September 2017. Hiroyuki Kimura (ex-Cave) is the game director. The game title refers to the colors of the two charcters (red and blue). The first uses a flared shot in a burst and the second a more tightened and slightly more powerful shot.
According to Tanoshimasu, it seems that this work is expected to be a different game from the smartphone version, he chose the name "Type R" as an abbreviation for "type revolution". The following adjustments will be made for Aka to Blue Type R: - Change screen ratio from 16:9 to 4:3 - Optimize operation system from touch to control panel - Readjustment of enemy arrangement due to screen ratio - Changing some game systems - Improved the texture resolution of some background graphics - Detail up of some enemy ships
exA-Arcadia is JVS compliant and support 31khz and 720p video output. Below is a comparison between the mobile version of Aka to Blue (in 720x1280) and the arcade version running in 1080x1920. The arcade version features extra graphical effects.
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Subject: Re: Aka & Blue Type-R Fri 11 Oct 2019 - 0:18
Aka & Blue Type-R will be released in Japan on November 27.
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Aka & Blue Type-R sortira au Japon le 27 novembre.
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Subject: Re: Aka & Blue Type-R Sat 16 Nov 2019 - 18:02
New features about Aka to Blue Type-R were unveiled at the press conference held on November 13:
- The resolution is scaled up from 720p for Aka to Blue to 1080p for Aka to Blue Type-R. - The design of enemies, especially bosses, has changed significantly. The enemies animation pattern doubles and moves are more complex. - The ships have higher details and realistic coloring. - The background graphics have been redesigned. - The character visual has also been renewed. - There is no voice replacement in the main part of the game, but a new voice for Blue has been added for the tutorial mode. - The BGM are arrangement versions of Aka to Blue musics. They are composed by several artists: Go Sato Band, FANTOM IRIS and O.T.K. The original composer, WASi303, is now the music producer. There are also new songs by but also new songs by Go Sato. - The game supports both 9:16 and 3:4 vertical screens. The gameplay will change if the drawing size is different. In addition, horizontal screen (16:9/4:3) is also supported.
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Subject: Aka to Blue Type-R Ver. Magic Spice Sun 8 Mar 2020 - 14:35
A special limited time collaboration between Aka & Blue Type-R and the Magic Spice soup curry restaurants in Sapporo, Osaka and Nagoya started on March 6. This is the 2nd collaboration with Magic Soup, the first was held in the Tokyo restaurant from September to December 2019.
The collaboration is named "MAGIC SPICE × Gesen Mikado" and during the time of the event, a special version of Aka & Blue Type-R titled Aka to Blue Type-R Ver. Magic Spice is playable at the main Magic Spice restaurant in Sapporo. The game title screen is renewed with a Magic Spice theme and a dot character sprite is placed somewhere in the game...
5 limited collaboration menus including Soup Curry Chan Take, Soup Curry KMR, Soup Curry Ikedamino Rock and Mikado Chan Soda (Drink) are available. When you order any one of the above menus, you will get a random "Magic Spice × Gesen Mikado Original Collaboration Coaster" per order (two pieces if you order a set menu). There are 5 different coasters. The first 30 people who show the 5 coasters they possess will receive a "Collaboration Curry Spoon".
During the collaboration period, Gachapon vendor machine are installed in the tree restaurants and you can purchase 9 "Magic Spice × Gesen Mikado Collaboration Can Badges" for 300 yen each. You can also buy special T-shirts and Caps designed by the Magic Spice manager and designer of the menus and other pops.
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Subject: Re: Aka & Blue Type-R Thu 26 Nov 2020 - 21:40
Aka & Blue Type-R Ver. 1.2.0 will be released on November 27th, 2020. It uses a newer version of the Unity engine with reduced input lag.
Improvements in this version: - Improved input latency (2-3 frames of input lag) - Some graphical updates - Better balance between the two ships - Small bug fixes
The home version of Magic Spice Ver. (limited to 20 copies) is now titled "Aka to Blue Type Revolution Ver. MAXIMUM LIMITED 20"(shortened as "Ver. ML20") and receives the same improvements.
Here's the original announcement: https://camp-fire.jp/projects/298321/activities/219484 (translation below)
(automatic translation) Thank you all for your hard work.
This is Kimura of Tanoshimasu.
To all those who have supported the "Aka to Blue Type Revolution Original Soundtrack
I am sorry that I have not been able to update you on our progress, etc. As November is coming to a close, I would like to give you a status report as we have come to the end of the month.
A report on the current activities of Tanoshimasu
We don't know if this has been made publicly available, but we have been informed that there was a problem with the exArcadia motherboard and the parts that are built into the Red and Blue Revolution game software, so we would like to inform all those who are playing the game and those who are running it. We are sorry for the inconvenience this situation has caused.
We apologise for the inconvenience, but "Red and Blue Type Revolution" is already in operation, and we have taken into consideration the loss to the shops if it does not work properly, and the difficult situation in the game centres due to the corona disaster. We have then taken this issue very seriously and have made it a top priority to address this issue.
Due to the above, there has been a slight delay in the production of the soundtrack and illustration book.
For those of you who are eagerly awaiting delivery, we are very sorry to report that this is not the case.
It would be presumptuous of me to say that instead, we're going to release an update to the new version of Type Revolution 1.2.0, which will make the system readjusted, improve the input latency and make the game easier to play. For the first time in almost a year, Tanoshimasu and Mr. Fujioka, who is in charge of programming, have worked hard to make the game more enjoyable for all those who have been playing it, and to make the game more appealing to customers in the shops.
Since Type Revolution is a title released in collaboration with exA-Arcadia, we were unable to announce the release of the new version at the sole discretion of one company, so we had to report on it after the event. We will be making an announcement at We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
About "Ver. 1.2.0
We have received an explanation of the update from Mr. Fujioka, so we are posting it here as is.
Improved input latency
Updating the exA-Arcadia motherboard to the latest IO libraries and the accompanying optimisation has brought us as close as possible to the JVS standard limit of less than two frames of input delay.
Being the only launch title released on exA-Arcadia in Japan, coupled with the use of a general-purpose game engine, we received some harsh criticism, but the exA-Arcadia development team, who worked with us on the production of the game, are glad that we were able to achieve the ideal measurement results. We are delighted. We are confident that after this update, your concerns and frustrations with the feel of the game will be resolved.
Some graphical updates
This one contains parts that are not visible to the eye, so we do not want to disclose details, but we have updated some graphics so that you can see the differences between versions at a glance.
Minor bug fixes
We have fixed a few visual defects that we have found. These are minor points, such as the position and orientation of effects, and do not affect gameplay.
Shipboard balancing
Originally, the Firebird was adjusted based on the instantaneous maximum firepower of the B.O.M.B. when it approached an enemy aircraft immediately after firing it and gave chase. Perhaps this is why it was perceived as having a significantly lower attack power than the Blue Earl. We have therefore readjusted the balance between the two machines to make them easier to play. These adjustments are not intended to lower the difficulty level, but to improve the feel of the game.
That's all Fujioka had to say about the update.
Here's what you need to know about the update
Points to note in the update of Ver. 1.2.0
This update data was mastered on 24 November 2020, and exA-Arcadia will be sending the update to game centres across the country from the following day, the 25th. The update will be provided in the old style, where the game software is shipped, updated and returned to us, so it will not be available all at once.
Also, please note that this update is only available to support those shops that have officially purchased the game, and will not be applied to second-hand copies of the game.
Next, let's take a look at the return gift, 'Aka to Blue: Type Revolution Ver. MAGIC SPICE Home Edition'.
About the game "Aka to Blue Type Revolution Version: MAGIC SPICE Home Edition
We are pleased to announce that we have changed the name of our new product line to "Aka to Blue Type Revolution Ver. MAXIMUM LIMITED 20 (ML20)". ML20). Please note that the reading of the name is "Maximum Limited Twenty".
About Ver. ML20
The basic system is based on "Ver. 1.2.0". The basic system is based on "Version 1.2.0", so you will be able to enjoy the latest version of "Type Revolution" at home.
As the catchphrase says, there are no plans to sell "Red and Blue Type Revolution" for individuals, so only the 20 people who support us will be able to play it!
Furthermore, for every ten supporters of the WASi303 Special Edition, you will receive a special white exArcadia motherboard with a comic book print of the crowdfunded Blue Thani motherboard. This is the first of its kind. This one is designed by me, and as of November 2, 2020, the print data has already been delivered, so it is awaiting production completion.
Differences between Ver. 1.2.0 and Ver. ML20
As mentioned in the description of the return gift, Ver. ML20 is implemented as a 'free play only' game with no coin operation, however, the game system has not been altered in any way and the start-up screen has been made exclusive to it so that you can enjoy the same excitement at home as in the arcade. Except for some graphical changes, the content is the same as in ver.1.2.0.
About Aka to Blue Type Revolution Original Soundtrack and Illustration Collection
As for the soundtrack, we have upgraded the soundtrack from the original plan, and we are doing our best to send it out in a luxurious edition with the sleeve case and picture label that was much talked about in "Watching the Crowdfunding End Distribution". The sleeve case, jacket and picture label will be newly drawn by Sahyu, who also illustrates for Aka to Blue.
I was only going to include the illustrations in the book, but I'm trying to add some setting material (a little bit, really...) and my column as a bonus.
Due to the above, it may take me a little while to complete the project, but I'm sure that the longer you wait, the better it will be for you, so please allow me to do my best to bring you something that meets your expectations.
We are aiming to have it done by the end of December, but we will let you know when we have a clearer timetable for delivery.
I'll do my best to send it out at the same time as the soundtrack, although the delivery of the coloured paper illustrations has been delayed due to the fact that I've ordered so many new illustrations from Sahyu.
That's it.
This is our report.
We, at Tanoshimasu, are here to support the game centres as they face this difficult situation, to the best of our ability. We would be very happy if "Aka to Blue Type Revolution Ver. 1.2.0" could bring a smile to your faces.
To all of you who have been supporting Tanoshimasu, we apologise for the inconvenience, but we will continue to do our best to make the product even more enjoyable for you.
We look forward to your continued patronage and support.
We'll take it easy!
Tanoshimasu Co.
Representative Director Hiroyuki Kimura
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Subject: Re: Aka & Blue Type-R Tue 29 Nov 2022 - 22:25
The price of Aka & Blue Type-R will increase at 16:00 CET on November 30th.
So, if you don't own this masterpiece yet, you have less than 18 hours to purchase it at the current price (1.569,99€ ex. VAT / 1.899,69€ inc. VAT).
Send an e-mail to exa@redsuns.be before tomorrow at 16:00 CET to secure your order.
Every customer gets a free MP07-IONA-US JVS to USB converter, which allows you to use USB controllers with your exA-Arcadia!
A soon-to-be released update (version 1.2.1) will bring the following changes:
Reduced input lag from 2 frames to 1 frame.
Added setting to configure different costs for game start and game continue.
Fixed save data loss bug when powering off during the Test Menu.
Expanded game quit command to now work in game during Free Play.
Reduced Free Play manual quit timer from 15 seconds to 3 seconds.
Compatible with the APM2/3 cabinets' Home button.
DIP 3 now rotates the screen orientation 180 degrees.
JVS' standard compatibility added.
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Le prix d'Aka & Blue Type-R augmentera le 30 novembre à 16h00 CET.
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Subject: Re: Aka & Blue Type-R Tue 28 Nov 2023 - 19:20
Aka & Blue Type-R 1CC by Juan A. Fernández:
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Subject: Re: Aka & Blue Type-R Mon 15 Jan 2024 - 23:00
A new edition of Aka & Blue Type-R is available now.
It includes an additional poster and a new artset (including Vewlix artworks in English and Japanese).
A Limited Edition is also available with a Sanwa joystick accessory set and 3 exA buttons, as well as a 180cm character POP of your choice (Aka Sheenk, Blue Cerny, Murasaki Edou or Kuro Guhro).
The new artset and character POPs are also available separately.