H.R. Giger

H. R. Giger is a colossal influence on video games, whether people want to admit it or not. He designed the Xenomorph that partially inspired Contra and his artwork was licensed for Darkseed, an awkward game by the infamous Mike Dawson.

Unsettling Imagery
Giger's work is a clear inspiration for the aesthetic design in R-Type, a game about fighting off an alien horde. The goal was to make players feel at least a little bit unsettled. So, of course, the Giger inspiration was only natural.

Phalluses
H. R. Giger is also mentioned in this project because his work is known for having a lot of phallic imagery. It's true; a lot of it is plain as day. This has all kinds of odd psychological effects on people. Mostly that it makes them uncomfortable.