Top Gunner (1986, Konami)

Oh. Oh no. No, that can't be.  The hair, the rip in the shirt... 

...it's...

...it's the model from Ajax.

IT'S THE MODEL FROM AJAX!!!!

Scramble (1982, Konami)

"SCRAMBLE"

"SCRAMBLE"

"Enemy alert! Repeat, enemy alert! Astropilots,

man your aircraft -- and good luck!"

MAKE A MAD DASH

FOR SCRAMBLE!

"Captain Sharkfin!"

"Yes, Second Lieutenant Guppytail?"

"Sir, I understand I've only been at this station for an hour, but I have to state why our forces may be compromised."

"Good for you, Guppytail! Everyone, I want you to look upon the bravery of a soldier who isn't afraid to speak their mind if they feel it's for the benefit of the Glorious Space Air Armada. Go ahead, Guppytail."

"Well, sir, I don't think we're using our technology correctly. I'm not even certain this is technology."

Ajax (1987, Konami)

If I may be so bold, that is not standard military footwear.

vs. Star Luster (1985, Namco)

HERE TOMORROW.

I would like to argue that this statement should be changed to

HERE FROM A LONG TIME AGO

and a galaxy far far away

My reasoning is such.

Spinal Breakers (1990, V-System Co.)

You're an operator of an arcade. An easy gig; kids line up with gold pouring out of their unlimited pockets, ready to fill the gullets of your wallet. Your job: Keep getting new machines that you know they'll play. How do you know what's hot on the market? - You receive occasional flyers from promoters for their upcoming releases.

You're handed an ad for Spinal Breakers, a standard run'n'gun shooter. So, what is it about this particular flyer that catches your eye more than the others?

Devastators (1988, Konami)

For the GLORY, the MONEY......
and to feed the BEAST
inside their body !!!!!
DEVASTATORS

1989.
Fanatic Middle East dictator state has invaded
small underdeveloped country.
In desperation, this tiny land enlists the services of the
"DEVASTATORS".
Who are these guys? .... the best, most efficient, ruthless,
disciplined .... and most expensive 2-man team of
freedom fighters in the world.

There used to be a video store back in my hometown that sold the scummiest videos around. No one knew where these gems were procured, but it was always a fun and amazing time when they were discovered.