For fans of classic shoot 'em ups, get ready for a blast from the past! Tatsujin, a game publishing studio founded by Toaplan legend Masahiro Yuge, has launched Amusement Arcade Toaplan on Android. Toaplan, a name synonymous with arcade shooter greatness, has left an undeniable mark on gaming history. Their influence can be seen in countless titles, and now, you can experience the source material firsthand.
Amusement Arcade Toaplan celebrates 40 years of Toaplan's legacy by bringing 25 of their arcade classics to Android, presented exactly as they were originally intended. This isn't just an emulation; it's a faithful recreation of the arcade experience.
Will You Play Amusement Arcade Toaplan?
The collection's highlight is undoubtedly 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 play more? Full versions of these, and many others, are available for purchase.
The full lineup includes: 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 titles can be purchased individually.
Enjoy customizable touchscreen controls, or connect a Bluetooth controller or arcade stick for an even more authentic experience. Check out the trailer below:
Your Virtual Arcade Awaits
Build your own personalized virtual arcade! Each game you download appears as a miniature arcade cabinet, allowing you to arrange your collection however you like. Add chairs, plants, even beds—customize your retro gaming haven. Enjoy visual filters to emulate the classic CRT look, adjustable difficulty settings, extra lives, and even an invincibility mode for those tougher challenges. Retro arcade fans, this is a must-have collection on the Google Play Store.