Anna Holinski is a treasure hunter, keenly drilling for her shiny gems. But one morning, she is shocked to find that all minerals got stolen away by UFOs – It’s time to dig high, instead of deep, and catch those thieves from outer space!

Osyaberi! Horijyo! Gekihori is a cute Japanese Space-Shooter that you can enjoy it at your very own pace: Play it with a friend, grind for upgrades and clear each stage one by one, if you are a beginner, or try to go for a one-try clear, get challenging achievements and unlock secrets, if you are a skilled arcade-expert!

Features:
・ Arcade-style gameplay, perfect to pick up

Enjoy a variety of battles with tanks, helicopters, and space fighters! Experience the multi-directional scrolling shooter "Granada" where you control a tank-like mobile weapon, the strategic futuristic shooter "Avenger" where you complete missions in a combat helicopter, the unique shooter "Gaiares" where you can absorb enemy weapons and use them as your own, and the exhilarating shooting game "Psychic Storm" which allows for two-player simultaneous play. This collection includes four classic shooting games full of character from the legendary game maker, Telenet Japan . Reunite with these nostalgic games!

SOUND AND VISUAL MODES INCLUDED
Experience the iconic cutscenes and music that are synonymous with Telenet titles, whenever you want! This collection includes convenient features like save/load anywhere, rewind, and other quality of life upgrades.

HexaWars is a twin stick shooter where you attempt to defeat all the shape enemies on each wave stage. The overall goal is to see how long you can last in the game, attempting to beat your previous high score. It has a very retro arcade feel that is meant to bring countless experiences of play. The gameplay is simple to grasp and will continue to get gradually harder throughout. It is a fun challenge to try and see how many boss's you are able to defeat every 10 wave's of enemies.

Music is everywhere in the City of Beats and drives absolutely everything in this rogue-lite, twin-stick shooter. Listen to the beat, get into the flow, and unleash bullet hell on the rooftops of the City, blasting through legions of hostile robots.

Don't worry about the damage. Humans left a while ago, and it's just us androids up here. Well, androids and robots, controlled by an ornery rogue A.I., the Zeitgeber, trying to impose its own groove on all robo-kind. Someone should do us all a favor and get out there to pull the plug, yeah?

"ZING ZING ZIP" is a shooter released by ALLUMER in 1992.
Operate the 1P aircraft with fast vertical movement speed or the 2P aircraft with fast horizontal movement speed to defeat the evil empire.
Aim to clear the screen by making full use of various items and rolling special moves that make you invincible or power up while activated.

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.

Space colonies have to face a massive threat to their existence: gargantuan aliens from an eldritch nebula invade our galaxy, and their only instinct is to eat and digest whole starships!

The player takes the role of the last soldier of the highly specialized "Gastro Force", elite troopers trained to infiltrate the enormous alien guts to fight them from the inside!

Thanks to the sacrifice of your comrades, only one station-swallowing alien monstrosity has to be vanquished. It's up to you to set up the bomb that will blast it out of existence, but will you survive the endless swarms...


Featuring:
* Make your way over 30 intricate levels drenched in gastric juices!
* A variety of weapons to choose, from a humble metal pipe to rocket launchers!
* Weapon upgrades system
* Old-school shooter action
* Exciting boss fights!
* Solve the mysteries of the abandoned space station

Take control of a brave cat with extraordinary abilities in this pixel adventure, facing off your animal adversaries, from pesky chickens to cunning foxes and more. Are you ready to unleash your inner Catlord?

FEATURES:

❤️ Fierce Fighting: Engage in action-packed auto shoot battles against your animal adversaries and thrilling bosses. Dodge and weave through enemies, utilizing special jump and shield mechanics.

❤️ Survival in a Shrinking Area: Challenge your reflexes as you navigate a shrinking play area. Avoid getting caught by the encroaching boundaries and survive as long as possible!

❤️ Choose from 5 adorable cat skins: Make your Catlord stand out and unleash your inner feline fashionista!

❤️ Level Up Your Skills: The leveling system lets you enhance stats after every battle. Hone your abilities and become an unstoppable force!

❤️ Strategic Resource Management: Collect red powder and mana orbs from defeated enemies. Use red powder to upgrade your stats upon resurrection, and keep your mana stocked for powerful shields and fireballs!

❤️ Casual and Accessible: Dive into the world of Catlord, designed for easy pick-up-and-play fun! Enjoy a gaming experience suitable for players of all skill levels.


Prepare to be whisked away on a charming pixel adventure that will test your courage, reflexes, and survival instincts!

10 entertaining classics from Taito’s history featuring various genres and themes such as:

• Kiki Kaikai, 1986, Shoot ‘em up. Mischievous yōkai have captured the seven gods of fortune. Courageous shrine maiden Sayo-chan must free them!
• The NewZealand Story, 1988, Platform. Traverse the colorful maze-like levels as Tiki while dodging enemies left, right, up and down to hopefully rescue his Kiwi friends!
• Darius II, 1989, Shoot ‘em up. Hundreds of years after the events of Darius humanity once again clashes with the Belsar empire. Zip through the solar system and fight!
• Metal Black, 1991, Shoot ‘em up. Conquer the alien race from Nemesis. Collect their Newalone molecules to use against them and overcome their onslaught!
• Gun Frontier 1990, Shoot ‘em up. Strap yourself into the seat of your revolver-shaped fighter plane and blast the alien space pirates out of the sky. Liberate the people of the space colony Gloria!

Also included:
Ben Bero Beh, Solitary Fighter, The Legend of Kage, Liquid Kids and Dinorex.

"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.

Vampire Survivors is a time survival game with minimalistic gameplay and roguelite elements. Hell is empty, the devils are here, and there's no place to run or hide. All you can do is survive as long as you can until death inevitably puts an end to your struggles. Gather gold in each run to buy upgrades and help the next survivor.

Astro Flame Starfighter is a classic scrolling shooter with modern 3D graphics. Upgrade the systems of your spaceship, upgrade your weapons and sweep away hordes of enemies on your way.

Features:
- Stunning visual effects
- Upgrade spaceship and weapons between missions
- Epic battles with formidable bosses
- 15 levels

"MAD SHARK" is a shooter released by ALLUMER in 1993.
Players take control of a fighter craft facing off against countless enemies.
Use bombs and power-up items with a variety of effects for an advantage as you fight your way through the 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.

Welcome to Eden, the old town district beneath the megacity. Fight through dystopian cyberspace, collect hundreds of firearms, establish an exotic black market gun store, cater to other cyberpunk runners, and work towards the ultimate payday in this neon-rogue-lite, store management, shoot ‘em up.

In the wilderness, you can use different weapons, fight with countless monsters from all directions, constantly collect materials and gold coins, buy different weapons, equipment, spells, and stack Buffs with different functions to make yourself stronger and stronger, so as to defeat the monsters coming in like a tide. Collect different materials, make grenades and bombs, build their own turrets, and form an invincible position by constantly strengthening the turrets. When you become stronger, have a final showdown with the enemy's Boss!

You can customize the duration of the game, collect unlimited weapons and equipment, and build your own turret at will.

This is a survivor combat and tower defense game. It has dozens of different melee and long-range weapons and a variety of spells, dozens of different equipment and buffs to strengthen its ability. It can collect different materials, make grenades and bombs, build multifunctional turrets, and form different tower defense positions to fight. In the constant battle, you can challenge higher difficulty.

Zombie Soup is a top-down shooter combined with hack and slash action that follows Ricky, a backpacker who is thrown into an unexpected adventure in an unfamiliar town as he shoots and dodges his way through hordes of bizarre creatures and challenging bosses to save a kidnapped girl!

As a recent graduate of the Earth Aviation Academy, you've been assigned to the distant reaches of known space. Your mission is to investigate peculiar behavior among the colonists and confront unknown threats in the ZPDN-A sector.

Refine your piloting skills, expand your arsenal, and accomplish your mission.

X-Force Under Attack brings back all the charm of shmup games from the 80's/90's. It's a frenetic and chaotic space shooter created from amazing graphics with insane battles against extremely difficult bosses. Embark on epic battles and stop enemies from establishing a military base orbiting the planet Genesis

Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.

A spaceship from Potato World crashes onto an alien planet. The sole survivor: Brotato, the only potato capable of handling 6 weapons at the same time. Waiting to be rescued by his mates, Brotato must survive in this hostile environment.

An homage to classic 90's arcade games, DeltaZeal thrills with tense shooting action, crisp sprite graphics, and explosive sound. Equip wide shot, concentrated laser or guided missiles to get the best weapon combination, then blast your way through 9 stages of mechanized enemies and bosses. Try experimenting with different strategies, as there are many secrets and alternate routes to discover. If you reach the end, you will find a challenging adversary to test your gaming mettle!

Moolii’s Dreamland is a 2D hand-drawn horizontal flying Bullet-hell indie game that restores classic arcade gameplay. Players will play as the little fox Moolii. One night, Moolii was forced to bed by her mom. While she was in sleep, she experienced physical oppression and alarm from the family pets, and the mischief of friends and relatives, thus entering a world of strange dreams. In her nightmare, Moolii got powerful skills, allowing her to destroy all the monsters!

Whimsical Designs for Stages and Monsters
Some of the animals, scenes and characters in the game are all inspired by people and things around the developer. For example, there are five ferrets, a dog and two sugar gliders raised by the developer, who will accompany you in the game in a strange but cute way. In addition, the design for each stage is not only purely about horizontal flying, but also has some brainstorming ideas and designs, waiting for you to explore!

Nova Strike is a retro shoot 'em up that transports you to a distant galaxy where you face waves of increasingly powerful enemies. Because it is easy to pick up and play, has addictive gameplay, and generates different levels with each new game, you can enjoy hours of challenging fun. Every time you take off is a chance to unlock new upgrades and improve your ship. Try to beat your high score!

FIGHT FORMIDABLE FOES

Destroy as many enemy ships as possible while skilfully dodging their attacking fire. After defeating mighty armadas, a formidable boss stands in your way. You need to watch, learn and anticipate the attacks of each boss to stand a chance of defeating them. Push yourself to your limits to complete the perfect run and beat the high score.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR WEAPON LOADOUT

Your ship has nine secondary weapons to unlock and equip as well as some 40 defensive and attacking skills. From missiles to grenades to electric forcefields, every upgrade creates a different game experience. Build a ship to suit your style and refine it between each level during your stops at the spaceport. Every customization radically changes the tactics you need for annihilating enemy squadrons. Choose carefully and find the best configurations to suit your play style.

EACH GAME IS DIFFERENT

Play and play again: every Game Over is the start of a new adventure. Using the persistent points you earn with each run, unlock new weapons and skills, then start a new game to explore a fresh procedurally generated map. Come back stronger and stronger until you can confront the final boss and save the galaxy!

The apocalypse is here. Zombies flood in from all sides. You have 80 days until the rescue team arrives. Your desperate struggle for survival begins now!
The zombie apocalypse comes out of nowhere.
The city, once brimming with life, is now a place of death,
filled with a thick fog and horrible shrieks.

You find yourself in cramped spaces,
teeming with the undead.
Defend against the waves of zombies
as your fight for survival begins!

< Flocks of fearless zombies >
Use an arsenal of firearms to obliterate the ravenous undead!
If you do survive, you've only got a moment to breathe.
The next group of zombies is already swarming in!

Over time, zombies become more powerful
as they continue to pour in!
Prepare for the running, crawling, ambushing horde!

With shotguns, rifles, machine guns, and more,
you're fully equipped with firearms for any situation!
Upgrade your equipment to become even more powerful!

From your basic walkers to menacing zombie giants,
all sorts of trials await!
See how long you can last in Zombie Defense,
test out weapons in Weapons Experience, and more with
all the different game modes to enjoy!

BATSUGUN: a shoot-em-up!
Level up by defeating enemies and become stronger with experience!
Wipe out enemies with a storm of shots and bombers!
Aggressive bullet barrage shooter!

BATSUGUN: a dramatic shoot-em-up!
Experience a story with 6 unique pilots.
Depending on the character and teams you play with, dialogues and endings change!
Witness the war drama of the BATSUGUN crew!

BATSUGUN: a mechanical shoot-em-up!
The Revolutionary Army's battle tanks, fighter planes, and bipedal robots are approaching on land, at sea, and in the air!　
The moment these massive mecha are engulfed in explosions and reduced to scrap sure is satisfying.
Don't take your eyes off the screen to see what enemy will appear next.

BATSUGUN: a score attack shoot-em-up!
Destroy all the enemies and find the hidden bonuses.
The online ranking has been increased from the arcade version.
Aim for a high score of over 100 million!

More BATSUGUN options for a more BATSUGUN experience!
The original mode brings back the excitement of the arcade version, while the special mode has been revised with balance adjustments. Assist functions and customization will help you in the battlefields that await you!
[Assist functions for everything from redo to training]
Rewind to redo mistakes, save & load, choose your favorite stage and power-ups to start, retry with a remaining aircraft... those features that were not available in the original home version have now been added! The score has also been extended for more challenge.
[Customize your gameplay with extra settings!]
The Boost Up HUD displays the experience gauge, the hidden bonus scores, the name of the currently playing BGM, and a playlist function that allows you to play with your favorite version of BGM. Choose your favorite screen size from three screen modes: Home, Arcade, or Portrait screen.
[Newly Arranged Music Added!]
Newly arranged music by fantastic game music composers such as Shinji Hosoe, Yosuke Yasui, Hagane, Daisuke Matsumoto, and WASi303 has been added! Enjoy the unique music of this title with the playlist function!

What is BATSUGUN?
BATSUGUN is an arcade shooting game by Toaplan released in 1993, and a pioneer of the bullet hell genre. Revisit a classic of a game with its large number of bullets covering the screen, its easy concept, even for beginners, and its unique balance.

Become the ultimate master thief in "Heist Force" an adrenaline-pumping, action-packed adventure that will test your reaction, strategy, and shooting skills. Immerse yourself in a world of high-stakes heists as you embark on a daring mission to infiltrate a heavily guarded bank and make off with as much loot as you can.

In this captivating third-person shooter, you'll assume the role of a seasoned thief, equipped with cunning tactics and a deadly arsenal. Navigate through a dynamic, procedurally generated map that ensures each heist is a unique experience. Use your wit and agility to outsmart security systems and dodge patrolling guards.

But beware, you're not alone in this daring escapade. The bank is heavily fortified, and your path to riches is littered with relentless enemies. Face off against determined cops, specialized tactical forces, and elite special agents who will stop at nothing to bring you down. Engage in thrilling shootouts, utilizing an array of weapons and gadgets to gain the upper hand.

With its striking low-poly visuals and a touch of fantasy, "Heist Force" offers a unique aesthetic that enhances the immersive gameplay. Explore the intricately designed bank, uncovering hidden passages, secret vaults, and valuable treasures. Every decision matters as you balance risk and reward, making choices to maximize your haul.

Once your bag is brimming with ill-gotten gains, the real challenge begins. Plan your escape route, evade pursuing authorities, and navigate the streets to secure your loot and cement your status as the ultimate Heist Master.

Key Features:

Engaging third-person gameplay with a focus on reaction, strategy, and shooting.
Dynamic, procedurally generated maps for endless exploration and replayability.
Intense encounters with challenging enemies, including cops, tactical forces, and special agents.
A wide range of weapons, gadgets, and tools to customize your heist approach.
Eye-catching low-poly visuals with a touch of fantasy for a unique aesthetic experience.
Plan your escape, dodge pursuing authorities, and secure your stolen riches.

"KING & BALLOON" is a shooter released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.) in 1980.
Shoot down the swarms of balloons that are coming to steal the king!
The game will continue so long as the king isn't fully taken away into the sky, no matter how many times your cannon is destroyed.
You can also rescue the king as the balloons take him by shooting them down and rescuing him before he goes away.

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 Nintendo Switch Shoot 'em Up Games - Page 5

Osyaberi! Horijyo! Gekihori: Anna Holinski saves the universe, alright?!

Telenet Shooting Collection

HexaWars

City of Beats

Arcade Archives ZING ZING ZIP

Gastro Force

Catlord

Taito Milestones 2

Arcade Archives BOSCONIAN

Vampire Survivors

Astro Flame Starfighter

Arcade Archives MAD SHARK

Neon Blight

Wild Legion

Zombie Soup

Vostok 2061

X-Force Under Attack

Brotato

DELTAZEAL

Moolii's Dreamland

Nova Strike

Zombie Hunter: D-Day

BATSUGUN Saturn Tribute Boosted

Heist Force

Arcade Archives KING & BALLOON