I'm anxiously awaiting my first game of Silhouette Mirage (PS1, I know it's not supposed to be as good) and I was wondering about SHMUPS.
It seems that most are basically puzzle games in disguise. I'm a big R-Type fan, but enemies always come in the same patterns, meaning the game is more about memorization than reflexes and technique (but don't tell me that when there are bullets coming at me from 20 directions).
Are there more randomized shooters and what are some of your faves, regardless of "Type"