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Classic PS1 Shooter’s PS5 Remake Out Today on PlayStation Store
The cult classic PlayStation 1 mecha shoot 'em up, Geppy-X, has received an HD remaster and is now available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Originally released in Japan in 1999, this marks the game's first release in the West. The remaster features enhanced HD visuals, upscaling techniques, and restored 24fps animation, with a launch price of $39.99, discounted for PlayStation Plus subscribers.
Space Dragons Builds Transformative Gameplay into Retro Style
Space Dragons is a retro-style shoot 'em up for Xbox that features transformative boss battles, customizable builds, and a narrative inspired by Neon Genesis Evangelion. The game offers a challenging bullet-hell experience with accessible difficulty curves and deep gameplay mechanics, including optimal routes and execution moves. Players can choose from five unique pilots, each with distinct abilities, to personalize their approach to overcoming alien threats and uncovering the game's lore.
ZPF - 16-bit SHMUP carnage for your Sega Mega Drive by Mega Cat Studios
Mega Cat Studios has released a demo for ZPF, a new 16-bit horizontal shoot 'em up for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis. The game combines science fiction, dark fantasy, and body horror elements, featuring three playable characters, fast-paced gameplay, challenging bosses, and a deep arcade scoring system.
Zaxoid Revives Golden Age Arcade Magic on XBOX
Zaxoid, a new twin-stick shooter inspired by classic arcade games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Developed by M80 Games Inc., the game aims to recapture the magic of golden-age arcades with modern production values and gameplay mechanics.
From Otome to Puzzle Games and RPGs, Aksys Games Announces an Exciting New Lineup at Anime Expo 2026
Aksys Games revealed its upcoming lineup at Anime Expo 2026, featuring new titles across various genres for the Nintendo Switch. Announced games include the RPG 'Another Eden Begins', shoot 'em up 'BOUNTY SISTERS', visual novel collection 'Cthulhu Mythos Adventures', otome titles 'Illusion of Itehari -trail-' and 'Olympia Soirée -Catharsis-', puzzle adventure 'UNDERGROUNDED', otome 'OVER REQUIEMZ', and the simulation bundle 'Tristia: Chronicles'.
Bounty Sisters confirms a western release on Nintendo Switch
Aksys Games has announced that Bounty Sisters, a vertical shoot 'em up, will receive a western release on Nintendo Switch in Fall. The game, which previously launched in Japan, features fully voiced comedic adventures of three bounty hunter sisters and their villains, with challenging boss battles and charming characters.
Chrome Horizon - This nod to R-Type looks pretty decent with this new version 1.0 release for the C64!
The Commodore 64 has received a new shoot 'em up titled Chrome Horizon, developed by retroteamgames. This final 1.0 release showcases modern C development on the classic 8-bit hardware, featuring advanced technical elements like parallax scrolling and extensive sprite support. The game includes four levels, an upgraded title screen, and optimized performance.
Raiden - A brilliant Arcade Shoot 'em up is partially recovered as an Amiga & Atari Falcon preview
Two unreleased 1990s computer ports of the arcade shoot 'em up Raiden for the Commodore Amiga and Atari Falcon have been recovered and added to digital archives as preview downloads. Developed by Imagitec Design, these mid-90s ports were famously shelved due to a shifting gaming market, though a one-level demo of the Amiga version and three levels of the Atari Falcon version are now preserved.
CyberBlocker Complete Edition Review | TheXboxHub
CyberBlocker Complete Edition is a genre mash-up that combines brick-breaker mechanics with shoot 'em up elements, featuring weaponized paddles and bullet-hell gameplay. While initially overwhelming, the game rewards persistence, with its power-up system and fast-paced action becoming enjoyable once understood. The presentation boasts a vibrant, Japanese shoot 'em up aesthetic that contrasts with its core brick-breaking gameplay.
RAIDEN FIGHTERS REMIX COLLECTION UPDATE VER. 1.2 AVAILABLE NOW
Update Ver. 1.2 for Raiden Fighters Remix Collection is now available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. This update introduces quality-of-life features such as an updated startup flow, a new smoothing display option, automatic key configuration saving, and a quick restart function. PlayStation 5 players also gain expanded arcade controller compatibility.
Psyvariar 3 Review | TheXboxHub
Psyvariar 3 is a vertical shoot 'em up that offers a surprisingly ambitious sci-fi story and deep gameplay mechanics, including the unique Buzz system where players graze enemy bullets for benefits. Developed by Banana Bytes and Red Art Games, the game features "Neo retro 3D" graphics, a variety of game modes, seven playable characters with distinct ships and playstyles, and a high level of challenge, making it a title with significant replay value for fans of the genre.
Dark Scrolls Review – Keep scrollin’, scrollin’, scrollin’
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy arcade game from doinksoft and Devolver Digital that blends shoot 'em up mechanics with 8-bit platforming. While it offers a unique scrolling gameplay style and co-op options, the review notes that its simplicity can lead to it feeling overly familiar quickly. The game is best enjoyed in shorter bursts as a nostalgic nod to classic arcade titles.
Doinksoft’s “Dark Scrolls” Launch Deal: Buy One, Get Two Free Games on Nintendo Switch
Indie developer Doinksoft is offering a limited-time promotion for their new game, Dark Scrolls, on Nintendo Switch and PC. Players who purchase Dark Scrolls between June 22 and July 6, 2026, will receive Doinksoft's previous titles, Gato Roboto and Gunbrella, for free. This deal is available in North America and requires a temporary region change for European players.
Indie shoot em’ up Viral Reload EX launches onto Nintendo Switch next week
Flynn’s Arcade announced that the shoot 'em up game Viral Reload EX, developed by Retrocade Media, will launch on the Nintendo Switch eShop on June 23, 2026. The game features a story mode, arcade mode, boss rush, and multiplayer, inspired by classic arcade titles like Galaga.
Space Dragons Drops Old-School Shoot ‘Em Up Action To Console
Space Dragons, a horizontal shoot 'em up developed by TEAM Black Hat Robot and published by DOJO System, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features fast-paced action, oversized bosses, and local co-op, building on its previous success on PC via Steam. It offers an affordable, old-school arcade experience for £12.99.
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Preview
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a remastered cult-classic 2D horizontal shooter inspired by 1970s Super Robot anime. The game, originally released in 1999, features a unique presentation with anime episodes, opening themes, and commercial breaks, following three pilots defending Earth. The remaster includes restored animation, modern quality-of-life features, and is set to launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5 on July 16th.
32 Games You Should Check Out In Nintendo's Multiplayer eShop Sale (Europe)
Nintendo is holding a Multiplayer Sale in its European eShop until June 21st, featuring discounts on various titles. The sale includes highly-rated games such as Absolum, BlazBlue CentralFiction Special Edition, Crypt of the NecroDancer, and Enter the Gungeon, among others.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 15 to 19
This article provides a weekly roundup of new games releasing on Xbox platforms, including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, between June 15 and 19. It highlights titles like UFC 6, Junkster, and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, noting their availability on Game Pass and optimization for current-gen consoles.
Review: Mousebusters Is a Light Ghost-busting Adventure
Mousebusters is a short, charming adventure game from Odencat where players are cursed into a mouse and join a ghost-busting duo. The game features a mix of investigation, light puzzles, and shoot 'em up combat, with exceptional environmental and character design. It is available on PC and will be released on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and mobile devices.
Apidya' Special - An authentic, 24-bit pixel remake of a classic Shoot 'em up is still coming and boy does it look good!
ININ Games has announced that Apidya Special, a 24-bit pixel art remake of the 90s shoot 'em up Apidya, is still scheduled for release on August 25, 2026, for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features handcrafted pixels, an original soundtrack by Chris Hulsbeck, five worlds, over twenty bosses, and a new co-op mode.
