Vic Viper
The flagship Gradius starfighter, equipped with a familiar speed, weapon, and option-based combat style.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick Left/Right | Move horizontally |
|---|---|
Joystick Up/Down | Move vertically |
1P Button 1 | Fire the main weapon |
1P Button 2 | Use the configured secondary weapon or power-up function The exact assignment can vary by arcade cabinet configuration. |
Control notes
Insert a credit and press the player start button to begin.
Arcade button labels and the number of buttons can vary by cabinet.
How it plays
How does Sexy Parodius play?
The game uses a side-scrolling perspective. The main objective is to clear each stage, defeat its boss, and complete occasional mission-like tasks while surviving enemy fire and environmental hazards.
Players collect power-ups to improve shots, missiles, options, or other character-specific abilities. Stages contain comic set pieces and alternate routes or objectives, while multiple lives and limited continues define the arcade progression. A two-player mode is available on compatible arcade setups.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Sexy Parodius?
Build a dependable power-up configuration before taking unnecessary risks. A stronger shot and useful options usually matter more than briefly increasing speed.
Watch each stage’s visual gags for attack cues, and keep enough screen space to dodge rather than hugging enemies or scenery. Learn boss patterns through short practice sessions, and save continues for routes and bosses that consistently end a run.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Lord British
The Silver Hawk-style fighter from Thunder Cross, bringing a different weapon configuration to the Parodius roster.
TwinBee
The cute vertical shooter craft that attacks with shots and bells while retaining its recognizable Konami identity.
Pentarou
The penguin hero associated with Antarctic Adventure and other Konami appearances.
Hikaru
A recurring Parodius character who fights as one of the series’ distinctive anthropomorphic performers.
Manami
A playable Parodius character presented with a human-themed comedic design and character-specific weapons.
Koitsu
The bizarre stick-like character from Parodius, known for an intentionally awkward visual style.
Takosuke
The small octopus character and one of the series’ recurring comic protagonists.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Avoid collecting speed power-ups repeatedly; excessive speed can make precise dodging harder.
- 2
Stay near the center of the screen when a stage’s hazards are unfamiliar.
- 3
Use the character whose weapon behavior you can control consistently rather than choosing only by appearance.
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