Outline
Overwhelmingly bizarre beauty.
Shoot, dodge, and destroy!
A shmup where an apocalyptic world awakens to primal desires!

The newest answer to shmups. A game which is "uncompromisingly skeletal".
That is, a game in which every last ounce of excess has been cut away, and only its framework quintessence remains.

Bones free themselves of flesh, laying waste to needless entrails!
Revealing a skeleton of extraordinarily strenght.

Angelian Trigger is a shoot ’em up video game developed and published by PiXEL.

AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion. The game uses an original cartoon/comic art style. Created using traditional 2D technology combined with a free-form deformation technique, character animation sequences are rich in detail, achieving a unique 3D-like effect.

AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.

The game uses an original cartoon/comic art style. Created using traditional 2D technology combined with a free-form deformation technique, character animation sequences are rich in detail, achieving a unique 3D-like effect.

ANIQUILATION is a Twin Stick shooter set in small planets (some of which can be terraformed as you play!) in which not only your shoots, but also the enemies and planet environment are your weapon thanks to your SWORD which you can use to throw or reflect almost ALL the elements in the environment! You will follow the adventures of a pilot and her leader who are wandering in space and are trying to return to their home Galaxy and got lost after trying to solve a mystery that arrived to their galaxy. As you progress, you’ll discover that it wasn’t just a coincidence that the heroes arrived to this specific mysterious galaxy and will understand why the only solution is invoking the fabled “Aniquilation” upon the galaxy! Find and learn about new energy sources for your people while you travel between each one of the game planets levels via racing-like tubular levels!

Work together to uncover a galactic conspiracy in Aperion Cyberstorm, a 2D twin-stick bullet hell for 1-5 players. Find new Elements and Abilities, and mix them for more destructive power in Campaign, Onslaught, and Versus modes!

You and your team of milk mining kittens have overcome a fear of water to drill down under the ocean seabed and begin extracting vast reserves of what seems to be naturally forming full-fat milk. Get ready for fast paced submarine action, defending the kittens from disruptive mechanical sea creatures.

"AERO FIGHTERS" is a shooter released by VIDEO SYSTEM in 1992.
Major cities around the world are occupied by someone, and the United Nations desperately tries to put up a defense line, but there is nothing they can do in the face of the enemy's overwhelming military power.
However, eight warriors from all over the world stood up here.
Each of them, of their own will, boarded a fighter jet and took to the skies for their own purposes.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

“ALPHA MISSION” is a shooting game released by SNK in 1985. Equip Power Armor as you fight and experience one of the most innovative shooting games of its time. Collect parts to assemble eight types of Power Armor to use strategically as you play the game. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.


"ARGUS" is a shooting game released by JALECO in 1986. Fly an aircraft with anti-air and anti-ground guns and use the power-ups available to destroy the flying fortress Mega Argus. Each stage features different equipment and a landing sequence at the end of the stage. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.


"Ark Area" is a shooting game released by UPL in 1989.
Players will control a fighter aircraft that can attack in all directions in order to defeat enemies that appear from various directions.
This is a title full of unique features from UPL including appealing graphics, sounds, as well as afterimage stages.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

“Armed F' is a shooting game that was released from Nichibutsu in 1988. Players equip 'Armor' what can make variety attacks, and fight in variety world such as the insect stage and the machine stage. Wipe out enemies in a wide range attack with reversing the Armor to change formations. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.


'Atomic Robo-Kid' is a shoot'em up game released by UPL in 1988. The player will control an atomic Robo-Kid sized robot and proceed into the underground dungeon to fight with enemies using several types of weapons. So enjoy various stages in the game whether you're exploring the dungeon using free scroll or playing the battle mode fighting with the enemy one on one. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.


"BIO-SHIP PALADIN" is a shooting game released by UPL in 1990. Players use a variety of weapons to defeat bosses, including a main weapon with charge and chain shots, beams that fire toward a crosshairs, and power-ups that enlarge your ship. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"BLACK HEART" is a shooter released by UPL in 1991. Taranith, absolute ruler of the Dark Forces, has kidnapped Jeanne. Zil must mount his dragon and take to the skies, assaulting the enemy castle to save her. In order to defeat the boss, work together with the fairies that accompany you and the pixies that allow you to fire powerful F・BREATH attacks when you collect them. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"BLAST OFF" is a shooter released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.) in 1989.
Use the four selectable types of equipment to defeat the resurrected NEO BOSCONIAN.
In addition, you can fire a piercing bullet by holding down the shot.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"BOSCONIAN" is a shooter released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1981.
Take control of a space patrol fighter and take down the space pirate BOSCONIAN!
Enemy bases can be destroyed by destroying all of their turrets or by firing missiles into the center of the base, which will cause a massive explosion.
Destroy all the enemy bases in a round to clear each stage.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

" BURNING FORCE " is a shooter released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1989.
Pilot the AIRBIKE or AIRPLANE, acquire various items that exist along the way to increase your power, and defeat the bosses in each stage to clear the game. Use the jump platform to jump over obstacles.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"COSMO GANG THE VIDEO" is an action game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1992.
Operate the Cosmopolis fighter " HYPER BEAT " and repel the thieves "COSMO GANGS".
Clear the stage by defeating all the Cozmo Gangs in the GANG (stage).
If you hit the enemy's attack, you will lose one "HYPER BEAT", and if you lose everything, the game will be over.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"CYBATTLER" is an action based shooting game released by JALECO in 1993. Take control of the new prototype CYBATTLER mech, "BLANCHE," and battle in space against a mysterious military force. Engage the enemy in a variety of ways. Get up close with the Beam sword, or take out multiple targets at once with the Beam launcher, the choice is up to you. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"DAIOH" is a shooter released by ATHENA in 1993.
The true old-school shooter with traditional mechanics and a solid challenge that shooter fans long for.
This title includes a Japanese Version with a 2-button design where players switch between weapons by collecting items, and an International Version where players choose between all 6 weapons, using a different button for each.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"DANGEROUS SEED" is a shooter released by NAMCO in 1989. You pilot the "Moon Diver" fighter, which is made up of α-Ship, β-Ship, and γ-Ship, to fight off the mysterious aliens [codename: Danger Seed]. If you can keep all of your ships running through the battle, they can also combine and transform into an ultimate configuration. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"DARIUS" is TAITO's side-scrolling shooting game that first appeared as an arcade game in 1986. The goal for the player is to ride in the Silver Hawk fighter and escape from the Darius planet which is facing destruction from the alien attack. This title has received multiple prizes with its overwhelming gaming features including music, high quality animations and great arcade machine features using 3 screens! Besides the original version, this title also includes the EXTRA VERSION with various feature adjustments. The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"DRAGON SABER" is a shooter released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.) in 1990. This title allows players to charge powerful shots by leaving the shot button untouched, as well as switch to a variety of other dragons with change items. Use these to make your way through stages and take down bosses! The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

" FANTASTIC NIGHT DREAMS COTTOn " is a shooter released by SUCCESS in 1991.
Control the main character, COTTON, and use shots, bombs, and magic to exterminate the beast gods that rule the fairy world with fear.
This shooter boasts gameplay that can be enjoyed by both enthusiasts and beginners.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

Best Switch Shoot Em Up Games

Angel at Dusk

Angelian Trigger

AngerForce: Reloaded

AngerForce: Reloaded

ANIQUILATION

Aperion Cyberstorm

AQUA KITTY UDX

Arcade Archives AERO FIGHTERS

Arcade Archives ALPHA MISSION

Arcade Archives ARGUS

Arcade Archives Ark Area

Arcade Archives Armed F

Arcade Archives Atomic Robo-Kid

Arcade Archives BIO-SHIP PALADIN

Arcade Archives BLACK HEART

Arcade Archives BLAST OFF

Arcade Archives BOSCONIAN

Arcade Archives BURNING FORCE

Arcade Archives COSMO GANG THE VIDEO

Arcade Archives CYBATTLER

Arcade Archives DAIOH

Arcade Archives DANGEROUS SEED

Arcade Archives DARIUS

Arcade Archives DRAGON SABER

Arcade Archives FANTASTIC NIGHT DREAMS COTTOn

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