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 brought the iconic Amusement Arcade Toaplan to 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 mobile. These aren't just ports; they're the authentic arcade experiences, meticulously recreated for Android devices.
Will You Play Amusement Arcade Toaplan?
The undisputed star is the legendary Truxton (1988), available completely free to play. You'll also find demo versions of five other titles: Tiger Heli, Wardner, Flying Shark, Snow Bros, and Teki-Paki. Want to dive deeper? Full versions of these and many more are available for purchase.
The collection includes titles such as 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. These are all available for individual purchase as well.
Enjoy customizable touchscreen controls, or connect a Bluetooth controller or arcade stick for an even more authentic experience. Check out the trailer below:
It’s Your Virtual Arcade
Build your own personal virtual arcade! Each game you download appears as a mini arcade cabinet, which you can place anywhere within your custom arcade space. Add chairs, plants, even beds – personalize it to your liking.
Enjoy visual filters to emulate the classic CRT look, adjustable difficulty settings, extra lives, and even an invincibility mode for those moments when you need a little help. Retro arcade fans, this collection is a must-have on the Google Play Store.
