For fans of classic shoot 'em ups, prepare for a blast from the past! Tatsujin, a game publishing studio founded by Toaplan legend Masahiro Yuge, has released Amusement Arcade Toaplan on Android. If you've ever played a scrolling shooter, chances are you've experienced the influence of Toaplan, a powerhouse in the arcade scene since 1979.
Amusement Arcade Toaplan celebrates 40 years of Toaplan's legacy by bringing 25 of their arcade classics to Android—not remakes, but the genuine arcade experiences as they were originally intended.
Will You Play Amusement Arcade Toaplan?
The lineup is impressive, headlined by the legendary Truxton (1988), available completely free. Five additional games—Tiger Heli, Wardner, Flying Shark, Snow Bros, and Teki-Paki—offer free demo versions, with full versions available for purchase. The collection also includes titles like Truxton II, Snow Bros. 2, Guardian, Slap Fight/Alcon, Twin Cobra, Rally Bike, Hellfire, Twin Hawk, Demon’s World, Zero Wing, Fire Shark, Out Zone, Vimana, Ghox, Fixeight, Dogyuun, Grind Stormer, Knuckle Bash, and Batsugun—all individually purchasable.
Enjoy customizable touchscreen controls, or connect your preferred controller or arcade stick via Bluetooth for an authentic arcade feel. See the games in action with the trailer below:
Your Virtual Arcade Awaits
Build your own personalized virtual arcade! Each downloaded game appears as a mini arcade cabinet, freely placeable within your custom arcade space. Add chairs, plants, even beds—create your perfect retro gaming environment. Enjoy visual filters to emulate the classic CRT look, adjustable difficulty settings, extra lives, and even an invincibility mode for those challenging moments. If you're a retro gaming enthusiast, this comprehensive collection on the Google Play Store is a must-have.
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