Irem Games Collection

One of the earliest American football video games, featuring simplified 1-player vs CPU gameplay where players control the quarterback advancing downfield in 10-yard increments.

R-TYPE is the seminal 1987 horizontal shooter that defined the 'cerebral shooter' genre. Players pilot the R-9 spacecraft against the Bydo Empire, utilizing the revolutionary Force pod that can attach, detach, and fire in multiple configurations. Famous for its intricate level design and biological-mechanical enemy aesthetic.

The brutal sequel to the revolutionary space shooter that defined the 'force pod' mechanic. Battle through 8 stages of organic-mechanical nightmares with enhanced weapons and smarter enemy patterns.

R-Type Leo is a 1992 horizontal-scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game developed and published by Irem. It's a spin-off in the R-Type series featuring faster gameplay and new power-up systems while retaining the series' signature challenging difficulty.

KUNG-FU MASTER is Irem's 1984 arcade classic that established the beat 'em up genre. Players control martial artist Thomas to rescue his girlfriend Sylvia from the evil Mr. X by fighting through five floors of enemies in a pagoda.

Innovative vertical shooter where players control either a helicopter or jet fighter against waves of enemy aircraft. Notable for its dual-plane hitbox system and the ability to switch vehicles mid-game. Features Irem's signature detailed sprite work and intense boss battles.

The arcade version of the classic explosive action game where players strategically place bombs to defeat enemies and navigate maze-like stages. Features competitive multiplayer battles and power-up items that enhance bomb capabilities.

In The Hunt is a submarine-themed run and gun arcade game developed by Irem in 1993. Known for its detailed pixel art and fluid animation, players control advanced submarines through underwater and surface environments, battling enemy forces in this spiritual predecessor to Metal Slug.

Ninja Spirit is a classic arcade action game developed by Irem in 1988. Players control a ninja warrior through various feudal Japan-inspired stages, battling enemies with swords, shurikens, and ninja magic. Known for its challenging gameplay and atmospheric visuals.

An absurdly entertaining beat 'em up where players control baseball-themed ninjas battling to recover stolen MLB trophies. Features four playable characters with unique baseball weapon attacks and outrageous enemy designs.

Kid Niki - Radical Ninja is a side-scrolling platform game developed and published by Irem in 1986. Players control Kid Niki, a young ninja who must rescue Princess Margo from the evil Stone Wizard by battling through five challenging stages filled with enemies and obstacles.

Ninja Kazan is a 1988 arcade action game developed by Irem. Players control the ninja Kazan who must rescue his kidnapped sister by battling through feudal Japan. The game features unique wall-climbing mechanics and a variety of ninja weapons.

Vigilante is a classic side-scrolling beat 'em up arcade game developed and published by Irem in 1988. Players take on the role of a vigilante martial artist fighting through urban streets to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend from a violent gang called the Skinheads. Known for its challenging gameplay and distinctive late-80s urban aesthetic.

The explosive arcade adaptation of Hudson Soft's classic franchise. Battle through maze-like stages as Bomberman, planting bombs to defeat enemies and find exits while avoiding your own explosions.

Gunforce is a run and gun arcade game released by Irem in 1991. Players control elite soldiers battling through a hostile island fortress overrun by rogue military forces. Known for its intense action, large sprites, and innovative vehicle sequences that influenced later classics like Metal Slug.

An intense run-and-gun arcade shooter that pits two elite soldiers against overwhelming mechanized forces. Featuring massive boss battles, destructible environments, and cooperative gameplay that defined the genre.

A prehistoric platformer where players control caveman Timmy and his dinosaur companion to rescue kidnapped villagers. Features unique dino-riding mechanics and vibrant cartoon-style graphics.

A unique action-puzzle game where players stack and arrange falling Dharma statues to complete rows and progress through meditative Zen stages.