The loving couple of Maximillian Jenius and Millia Falina Jenius, the unstoppable ace Valkrie drivers, collaborate in this new Macross shooting game. They are joined by one Moaramia, a young purple haired girl who completes the M3 team and the game's namesake.
   Reviewed by Dreamcast Magazine in last week's issue, Macross M3 received an average score of 6.66 out of 10. As mentioned before, this ranks the game above previous 32-bit Macross games on the Playstation. A bevy of Valkrie models may be driven by the heroes: VF-1, the original variable fighter which remains in service but was eventually replaced by the VF-4 Lightning III. The VF-4 offers more maneuverability and speed. In addition to the standard GU-11 gunpods found in the VF-1, the VF-4 is bulked up with twin beam cannons. The VF-3000, is based on the VF-1J, a limited production model in the Macross universe. This model is meant for use in planetary engagements where it dominates in combat but still offers the performance level of the VF-4 in space faring environments. Other variable fighters in the game include the VF-9, the VF-14, and the F-5000.
     Valkrie pilots get to maneuver some great gear, and the latest Macross game is no exception. Battling in both planetary and edge of space scenarios, the Jenius duo and Moaramia attack and strafe with the best of them. Upon starting the game, players choose from a variety of mechs and plug-ins which affect speed, maneuverability and generally enhance mech capability and flight control. Game-wise, M3 is smooth in both appearance and execution. Toggle between fighter to gerwalk to robot and the transition is seamless as your mech hatches from one form to the other. Missles and staccato vulcan fire also erupt in fine form, with vapor trails for the missles and illuminated sparks for the vulcan blasts. All in all, fans of the series will find a beautifully rendered action shooter which slakes the thirst for interactive Macross gaming.