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Games like Raiden II

1993PC

A classic vertical shmup where you dodge waves of enemy planes and bullets while blasting tanks with bombs and cannons. Perfect if you want punchy arcade action and chasing high scores.

  • Shooting and gunplay
  • Boss fights as highlights
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Fast pace

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Truxton

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1988PC94 % positive7.79 €

Fits your focus: Look like Raiden II.

Truxton is a classic vertical shoot 'em up from the arcade era, where you pilot a small spaceship through five large levels packed with enemy waves. With just a shot and a bomb button, you fight through bosses that loop endlessly at higher difficulties.

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DoDonPachi

  • Look like Raiden II

A landmark Cave arcade bullet-hell shooter where you thread through dense bullet patterns, build huge scores with a chain system, and unlock a hidden, tougher true ending through masterful play.

Satazius

  • Look like Raiden II

A classic side-scrolling arcade shooter with 13 upgradeable weapons, selectable side weapons and a charge attack. Demanding boss fights and dense enemy waves are aimed at arcade veterans.

Super Contra

  • Look like Raiden II

Konami's arcade run-and-gun where you fight an alien invasion solo or with a friend. Alongside classic side-scrolling stages there are overhead levels, all with typical punishing arcade difficulty.

Tyrian

  • Look like Raiden II

A classic 90s vertical space shooter where you customize your ship between levels with a wide range of weapons and upgrades. It offers fast action, a tongue-in-cheek tone and a memorable soundtrack.

Contra: Operation Galuga

  • Look like Raiden II

You run and gun through punishing stages in the spirit of the legendary 80s series, now with modern graphics and sound. Teaming up with a friend in Story Mode or with up to three others in Arcade Mode makes the explosive co-op combat especially fun.

Wild Guns Reloaded

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An arcade gallery shooter set in a steampunk Wild West where you aim a crosshair at swarms of enemies, dodge bullets and deflect them. Playable solo or in co-op, with fast pacing and big boss fights.

Zero Wing

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A classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up that became a cult name thanks to the infamous Mega Drive translation and the "All your base are belong to us" meme. Its signature twist is grabbing enemies with a tractor beam and using them as shields.

Heavy Barrel

  • Look like Raiden II

You fight your way from an overhead view through an underground missile base full of enemies, aiming for the boss at the end. Hidden crates unlocked with keys hide stronger weapons and grenades, which reward you for searching every corner.

Ultratron

  • Look like Raiden II

Ultratron is a frantic twin-stick arcade shooter in the spirit of Robotron 2084, where you play the last battle droid blasting waves of killer robots. Neon retro visuals, driving sound and upgrades between levels make for a hypnotic flow.

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