Arcade Archives: Gradius II (2016)

Developer: Konami
Publisher: Hamster Corporation
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Genres: Shooter, Arcade
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

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How it feels

A frantic and precise shoot-'em-up that demands quick reflexes and pattern memorization.

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About

Arcade Archives: Gradius II is a port of the shooting game Gradius II. Players will control the super dimension fighter Vic Viper in order to protect planet Gradius from the Gofer special forces. This is the best title from the Gradius series and a title of fame in the shooting game history having won multiple awards.

Screenshots

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