Monster Lair

  • Monster Lair
    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Action / Shoot ’em Up Hybrid
    Players: 1–2

    Description - A unique hybrid game that alternates between side-scrolling run-and-gun sections and horizontal shooting stages.

    Co-op Experience - Two-player co-op where both players fight through stages together, combining platforming and shooting mechanics.

1943 Kai

  • 1943 Kai (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1991
    Genre: Shoot ’em up
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: 1943 Kai is a vertical scrolling shoot ’em up where players pilot fighter planes through waves of enemy aircraft and naval forces during World War II. Players collect power-ups and special weapons while battling increasingly difficult enemy formations and bosses.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Players fly side by side through each stage, coordinating attacks and helping clear waves of enemies while trying to survive the heavy enemy fire.

Burning Angels

  • Burning Angels (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Shoot ’em up
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Burning Angels is a vertical scrolling shoot ’em up where players pilot futuristic aircraft through stages filled with enemy ships, ground targets, and bosses. Players collect weapon upgrades and power-ups while navigating dense waves of enemy fire.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Players fly through the stages together, combining their firepower to destroy enemies and survive the increasingly difficult levels.

Detana! Twin Bee

  • TwinBee (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Shoot ’em up
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: TwinBee is a colorful vertical shoot ’em up where players control cute spacecraft flying through whimsical stages filled with enemies and floating bells that provide power-ups. Players can upgrade weapons and abilities while progressing through the game.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Players fly side by side through the stages, collecting power-ups and combining attacks to defeat enemies and bosses.

Dragon Saber

  • Dragon Saber (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Shoot ’em up
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Dragon Saber is a fantasy-themed vertical shoot ’em up where players control powerful dragons flying through magical worlds. Players attack enemies with fire breath and collect power-ups that upgrade their abilities while battling large bosses.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Each player controls a dragon, flying through the stages side by side while working together to defeat enemies and bosses.

Honii Onza Roodo (Hani on the Road)

  • Hani on the Road (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Action / Platformer
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Hani on the Road is a quirky auto-scrolling platformer where players control strange clay characters known as Haniwa. Players travel through colorful stages filled with enemies, obstacles, and hidden paths while collecting items and defeating bosses.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Players move through the stages at the same time, fighting enemies and navigating the levels together while helping each other survive.

Juuouki (Altered Beast)

  • Altered Beast (PC Engine CD)

    Release Date: 1989
    Genre: Beat ’em up / Action
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Altered Beast is a side-scrolling action game where players control resurrected warriors fighting through hordes of undead creatures. By collecting spirit orbs, players transform into powerful beasts with unique abilities used to defeat enemies and bosses.

  • Co-op: Two players fight through the stages together on the same screen. Players battle enemies side by side, collecting power-ups and transforming into beasts while working together to defeat each level’s boss.

Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman

  • Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1989
    Genre: Action / Platformer
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman is a side-scrolling action game where players control cybernetic heroes battling robots and enemies across futuristic stages. Players use melee attacks and special abilities while progressing through the levels. Sort of a Mega Man rip-off.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Both players fight through the stages together, attacking enemies and helping each other defeat bosses.

Salamander (Life Force)

  • Salamander (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1991
    Genre: Shoot ’em up
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Salamander is a classic shoot ’em up from Konami featuring both horizontal and vertical scrolling stages. Players pilot advanced spacecraft through alien environments while collecting weapon upgrades and battling massive bosses.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Players pilot separate ships and fight through each stage together, combining firepower to defeat enemies and survive difficult boss battles.

Toilet Kids

  • Toilet Kids (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1992
    Genre: Shoot ’em up
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Toilet Kids is a bizarre and comedic vertical shoot ’em up filled with strange enemies and surreal visuals. Players battle through ridiculous stages while collecting power-ups and defeating unusual bosses.

  • Co-op: Two players can play together on the same screen. Players fly through the stages side by side, destroying enemies and helping each other survive the levels.

Operation Wolf

  • Operation Wolf (PC Engine)

    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Light Gun / Gallery Shooter
    Players: 1–2

  • Description: Operation Wolf is a military shooting game where players take control of a soldier rescuing hostages while fighting waves of enemy troops, vehicles, and helicopters. Players must manage ammunition and eliminate threats while protecting civilians.

  • Co-op: Two players control cursors and shoot enemies.

Bonk 3: Bonk's Big Adventure

  • Bonk 3: Bonk’s Big Adventure
    Release Date: 1993
    Genre: Platformer
    Players: 1–2

    Description - Bonk 3 is a side-scrolling platformer where players control Bonk through colorful prehistoric levels filled with enemies, power-ups, and environmental hazards.

    Co-op Experience - Two-player co-op is available with simultaneous play. Both players control Bonk on the same screen, working together through levels and sharing the action.

Chew-Man-Fu

  • Chew-Man-Fu
    Release Date: 1990
    Genre: Action Puzzle
    Players: 1–2

    Description - Chew-Man-Fu is a top-down action puzzle game where players push large balls around maze-like arenas to crush enemies.

    Co-op Experience - Two-player co-op where both players work together to trap and eliminate enemies. Requires coordination to move objects efficiently and clear stages.