Psychic Force 2012 (1998) | GAMeST Video Vol. 45 – Taito Arcade Superplay VHS [4K]

*Psychic Force 2012 (サイキックフォース2012) — GAMeST Video Vol. 45 (GV-45)* is a Japanese arcade gameplay and strategy VHS released on October 30, 1998, by Shinseisha (新声社), publisher of the influential Japanese arcade gaming magazine GAMeST. This 110-minute VHS showcases Taito's 1998 arcade fighting game Psychic Force 2012, featuring advanced combos, character introductions, competitive matches, special techniques, and a collection of character ending illustrations. Unlike traditional fighting games, Psychic Force 2012 features intense psychic battles inside fully enclosed 3D arenas, allowing fighters to move freely through the air while unleashing powerful supernatural attacks. 🎮 *ABOUT PSYCHIC FORCE 2012* Developed by Taito and released in Japanese arcades in 1998, Psychic Force 2012 is the sequel to the original Psychic Force (1995). The game combines anime-inspired characters, psychic powers, aerial movement, and strategic combat in a distinctive 3D fighting system. Players control powerful psychics known as Psychickers, battling inside enclosed arenas using energy projectiles, defensive barriers, special abilities, and elaborate combination attacks. 🏆 *FEATURED VHS CONTENT* Character introductions organized by faction and relationships Extensive demonstrations of advanced combos and special techniques Competitive matches showcasing different characters and strategies Advanced psychic combat and aerial movement Complete collection of character ending illustrations Additional bonus footage and special features The original Japanese packaging describes the VHS as: *「圧倒的な情報量。これを見ずしてサイキックは語れない。」* "An overwhelming amount of information. You can't talk about Psychic Force without seeing this!" 📼 *ORIGINAL GAMeST VHS INFORMATION* Title: Psychic Force 2012 (サイキックフォース2012) Series: GAMeST Video Vol. 45 (GV-45) Release Date: October 30, 1998 Publisher: Shinseisha (新声社) Developer: Taito Original Arcade Release: 1998 Format: Japanese VHS / Color / Stereo Runtime: 110 minutes Original Price: ¥5,800 (before tax) ISBN: 4-88199-547-2 Country: Japan 🕹️ *ABOUT GAMeST VIDEO* GAMeST Video was a Japanese VHS series associated with GAMeST, the influential arcade gaming magazine published by Shinseisha. These recordings documented expert arcade gameplay, advanced strategies, fighting game techniques, and special features before YouTube and modern gaming livestreams existed. The series provides a valuable historical look at Japanese arcade gaming culture during the 1990s. 📺 *ARCHIVAL DIGITIZATION* This video is part of an ongoing effort to digitally preserve vintage Japanese arcade gaming VHS tapes before their magnetic media deteriorates. Original VHS: GAMeST Video GV-45 (1998) Playback: JVC HR-S4600U S-VHS VCR Connection: S-Video Upscaler: RetroTINK-4K Capture: AVerMedia Live Gamer Ultra 2.1 Resolution: 3840 × 2160 at 59.94 fps This is a 4K-upscaled archival transfer of the original analog VHS recording, not native 4K footage. A fascinating piece of Japanese arcade gaming history for fans of Psychic Force, Taito, GAMeST, anime-inspired fighting games, retro gaming, and Japanese arcade video preservation. #PsychicForce2012 #PsychicForce #Taito #GAMeST #ArcadeGaming #FightingGames #RetroGaming #VHSArchive