I know there are a couple of Darius fans around here, but even if you've never played or cared for Darius, this news applies to shmup fans too as Taito is now officially selling the newest version of Darius to the US and Europe.
http://arcadeheroes.com/2011/12/10/...ronicle-now-available-for-purchase-worldwide/
http://arcadeheroes.com/2011/12/10/...ronicle-now-available-for-purchase-worldwide/