I agree, "Shmups" are only played by people who hardly ever play "Shoot 'em ups"...I think the term "Shmups" is supposed to be "gangsta" or something

R-type.... sweet I have been dreaming of that one for years..... first one was excellent

Oh c'mon, what's wrong with ''SHMUP?'' *feels offended*

I'm impressed by these companies, bringing out their old franchises and all. Gradius Rebirth? Galaga Legions? Now R-Type Dimensions? It's the best time to be a gamer! =P

Trying to figure out what you mean here, given that "shmups" and "shoot 'em ups" refer to the same game genre.

I guess he is trying to say that people using the word shmups are newbies in the world of shoot'em ups

well that's how I got it

Actually, I believe it's the other way around if that's the case, but that's just me. Oh well, some people just don't like abbreviations I suppose. I wouldn't be surprised to see them type LOZ or SMG though.