Shmup Day! Announcing The Shmup Wiki, Hall Of Records, & Shmup Leaderboard! Episode XXXVI
Feb 4, 2021 · 1h 6m
Summary
Host Mark interviews Plasmo and Charlene to discuss the launch of shmups.wiki, a collaborative digital library for shooting game information. They address the limitations of outdated forums, highlighting how the wiki enables community-verified strategy guides, hitbox data, and a centralized Hall of Records for world scores. The episode emphasizes correcting historical misinformation and fostering a more accurate, accessible resource for the shmup community.
Topics discussed
Welcome and guest introductions: Plasmo and Charlene
Charlene's shmup journey and arcade experiences
Announcing the Shmup Wiki and its history
Wiki goals: correcting misinformation and mechanics
Wiki launch plans and community growth
Upcoming Catalyst Cup event on August 1st
The Hall of Records and world score tracking
New Leaderboard project and video proof standards
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