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name	publisher(developer)	year	description	platform
Air Duel	Irem	1990	Air Duel is a 2D up-scrolling shoot 'em up game where you take control of straight shooting Jetfighter FG-40 or the crosswise shooting helicopter E-709. You have to stop a secret organization called D.A.S. that threatens world peace before the total collapse of the Worlds Defense Force. As you make progress and fight of various tanks, flying crafts, ships, static guns and bosses power-ups come available. Power-ups include power capsules that increase your firepower (max four times) and a guided bomb that can be controlled after being deployed and damages enemies in a large area. The game can be played solo or with a friend. [Moby Games]	Arcade
Blade Master	Irem	1991	People cower before advancing army of phantoms. Princess Emina alone knows the spell to lock up the king of darkness. She is captured by the vicious phantom soldiers though, and no one dares to rise against the evil king. Roy loves her and wields thundering swords. Emma's brother Arnold is a master spearman. Here begin two heroes quest***[media=youtube]Sm-5AEDM4Ck[/media]	Arcade
Bomber Man World	Irem	1992	In the year 2092, the robot battle matches continued to be a popular event. The robots will fight fiercely when matched in hopes of winning the world champion ship 2. King Bomber tried to reform himself but has reverted to his evil ways. He issued orders to robot armies throughout the world. This time he created chaos by taking control of the UN building. The Bomberman brothers thus began their ultimate battle to save the world from an evil take ovre.***Called New Dyna Blaster in Europe.	Arcade
Daiku no Gen San	Irem	1991	Daiku no Gen-San published 1991-11-15 in Japan Hammerin' Harry published 1992 in Europe [Zerothis]	NES
Dino City	Irem (Smart Egg Pictures)	1992	[media=youtube]https://youtu.be/mhU-qs9VaA0[/media]* [171]* [64]* [37]* [32]***Japanese version [29]	SNES
Dragon Breed	Irem	1989		Arcade
Gallop - Armed Police Unit	Irem	1991		Arcade
Ganbare Daiku no Gensan	Irem	1993		SNES
Gun Force II	Irem	1994		Arcade
Hammerin' Hero	Atlus USA (Irem)	2009	Hammerin' Hero marks the triumphant return of Gen, everyone's favorite justice-bringing carpenter! Help Gen fight off Hyosuke Kuromoku and his evil construction company before they can evict Gen's neighbors from their homes! Gen will have to use a variety of jobs-from DJ to baseball player-through 12 diverse stages if he hopes to thwart the all-out attack of the Kurokomu Group and win the hearts of the people, even if it sometimes means giving them the tough love they need to solve their own problems. Wacky side-scrolling beat 'em up - Play as Gen-san as he hammers away at corporate evil across Japan and the world in this vibrant, action-packed platformer. The comic adventure unfolds fully-voiced in English and Japanese. Be more than a hammerin' hero - Choose from a variety of jobs, including sushi chef, baseball player, and diver, to give Gen different costumes and attacks as he fights through 12 crazy stages. Along the way, make allies in battle, collect loads of items, and even unlock two more playable characters! Ad-hoc multiplayer - 2 players can play together and compete for the best score on each level over ad-hoc wireless play. Why hammer alone when you can hammer with a friend?	PSP
Image Fight	Irem	1990		PC Engine
Image Fight II: Operation Deepstriker	Irem	1992		PC Engine CD
Kaiketsu Yanchamaru 3: Taiketsu! Zouringen	Irem (Micronics / Khaos)	1993	Game description from [[link:http://www.romhacking.net Romhacking.net]]: Hey, this game ain’t so bad! In terms of the series, it beats the hell out of part 2, but it can’t quite live up to the standard set by the arcadey genius of the original Kid Niki (FU! FU! FUUUUUU!). Few games ever actually HAVE lived up to this standard, however, so you can’t really hold Kid Niki 3 accountable for such a failure. I guess. Even if you’ve never played a Kid Niki game before, though, you should still check this one out; at first, it appears to be your average multiscrolling collect-the-keys-and-hit-stuff platformer, but there’s a surprising (for an NES game) amount of gameplay variety to be found here. Aside from running around, jumping, and bonking stuff with your bonking stick, you can also slide, charge up for a spin attack, and hang off of walls and ledges, among other such feats. The control’s a little floaty, and the game itself seems to suffer from…like, some weird constant jerky glitchiness (Kid Niki 3 appears to be programmed by the same people who did all those terrible early NES arcade ports like Ghosts’n Goblins and Athena, if that’s any indication), but other than that, it’s a colorful, happy little gem of a game. You play now! Unofficial English translation available: [[link:http://www.romhacking.net/trans/651/ http://www.romhacking.net]] [cjlee001]	NES
Kickle Cubicle	Irem	1990	The Kingdom's covered with ice! And it's likely to stay that way unless Kickle saves the day! The Wicked Wizard King came to the Fantasy Kingdom and covered the Four Lands with ice. Now, armed with his freezing breath, Kickle sets out to save his friends. Join Kickle as he attempts to rescue the kingdom from this puzzling predicament of perpetual winter.* [64]* [37]* [29]* [27]	NES
Kung-Fu Master	Irem	1984	Horizontal Scrolling Beat'm up. Features five levels, each with a different boss. The story of the game is that you are a (funnily enough) Kung Fu Master and you were attacked out-of-the-blue by some thugs. During the battle, they kidnapped your girlfriend Silvia. After the event you find a letter that reads 'If you want to save you're dear Silvia's life, come to the temple at once. 5 Sons of the devil will entertain you'. So off you go to get Silvia back.***The game is a simple enough concept - walk through five levels alternating from left to right, punching and kicking all manner of enemies ranging from simple henchmen who grab you and drain your energy, to dragons and falling snakes. The five devils the passage refers to are the end-of-level bosses, who start off pretty easy but then get ridiculously hard. One such boss is a weird troll-like character whose head falls off if you hit it, so to beat him you have to hit him low - which is no easy task as he throws fire-bolts at you which take only two or three hits to kill you (assuming you have full energy in the first place!)	Arcade
Legend of Hero Tonma	Irem;NEC Interchannel (Irem)	1991	LEGEND OF HERO TONMA is an action game that puts players in control of the magic-user Tonma, whose role - as was typical for game heroes of the day - is to travel to another world and save the princess. Fight your way through seven stages using Tonma's jump ability and shot power. Collect power-ups and barriers to grow in strength and pummel your enemies. Bring that strength to the end of each stage to face off against and defeat the menacing bosses that aim to keep you from the princess. This well-detailed game's comic visuals and feel will have players wanting to come back for more frantic and exciting action.	PC Engine
Lightning Swords	Irem	1991		Arcade
Moon Patrol	Irem;Williams	1982	...He can't let go! Some say its the striking realism and perspective of the screen graphics that keep a player strapped to the controls. The realism that puts the entire responsibility for the safety of the planet on his shoulders. Others say its the intense action. The alien attack from over. head that takes on 3 deadly Norms and that keeps the player's linger hot on the trigger. simultaneously tiring missiles straight up at the UFOs and straight ahead to disintegrate obstacles. The bottomless craters waiting to swallow him up, the boulders and rolling stones in his path, the land mines, the cannons, the erupting volcanoes. the low-flying planes on his tail that keep him alert and ready to manipulate the jump button and speed control. The clock ticking away precious seconds in a race against time and space as he makes his way from point to point along the constantly changing and challenging course plotted on the radar screen. The incentive of making better time to earn bonus points: of scoring high to earn ext. Patrol Cars; of completing the beginner course to be awarded the more difficult champion course and of completing the champion lor another opportunity to better lime and skill. Still others say its the 250 option when all the Patrol Cars are destroyed to either start Over again or to pick up where the game ended. No one knows for sure why people are compelled to play Moon Patrol again and again and again. But cash-boxes prove they are Maybe you can figure it out if you play it yourself. Just a friendly word of advice first: pack some sandwiches.	Arcade
Mr. Heli no Daibouken	Irem	1989	[103]* [49]* [62]* [33]It is your mission, 'Mr. Heli' our hero, to unmask 'The Muddy' who is hiding deep underground and rescue the planet. Clear all the zones including floating green islands, moving rock beds, mysterious underground temples, and much more! The exhilarating air battle and stunning graphics capture the true character of the arcade machine. Play sharp, steer right, keep up with the fight! [1]* [52]* [37]*Mr. Heli is a very nice and quite unusual shmup, shining with excellent controls and level design and not so much with graphics and sound.	PC Engine
Ninja Spirit	Irem	1988		Arcade
Ninja Spirit	Irem	1990	[142]* [70]* [90]* [49]* [33]* [1]* [52]* [37]* [36]***Ninja Spirit is a side-scrolling action game that amazed the gaming world with its precision graphics and quality game play. Play as the ninja Moonlight and engage in a fierce battle to avenge his father's death and unlock the secrets of his birth. Select between the original ARCADE MODE and PC-ENGINE MODE, which includes a life gauge. Use four types of weapons: katana, shuriken, bombs and chain and sickles to battle your way through the enemies. Pick up power-up items and switch between weapons to give you the advantage. You'll need to consider the enemy attacks and your weapon's abilities in order to deftly make it through all seven stages. Use your skills and attacks to get through the game's boundless enemies and traps. That's what ninja action is all about.	PC Engine
R-Type	Irem	1987	A DAZZLING AND DEADLY GAME OF COSMIC ENCOUNTER. The final showdown has begun! At the controls of your powerful R-9 interstellar craft, you maneuver into enemy territory-the monstrous Bydo Empire. Your mission: to destroy the evil forces who have held the cosmos in fear and relentless suffering. It's a fight to the death against an uncommon cadre of space oddities-gigantic slithering serpents, whirling space bugs and fantastic galactic warships--all bombarding your lone craft amid an exotic cosmic landscape. Armed with the latest R-Type lasers, you possess spectacular fighting power. But your enemies are ruthless in their attack. To survive, you'll need to seek out the power crystals that give you added weapons strength and protection. Can you endure the onslaught? Are you a mighty-enough warrior to survive eight stages of battle to face the final confrontation and win? The fate of the cosmos is in your hands. R-TYPE-the outrageous game of cosmic encounter that has the entire galaxy talking.*A domain dominated by hatred and carnage, that is the Bydo Empire. There live weird and monstrous creatures, a sight of which will horrify you. Your mission is to annihilate them all. Here begins a spectacular battle in suspense and thrill.* [41]*** [49]	Arcade
R-Type	Irem (BITS)	1991	BYDO and his band of menacing mutants are doing dastardly deeds. They are wreaking havoc in the Cosmos and threatening Earth. Only you, piloting the R-TYPE Spaceship, can counter this threat and save the Blue Planet from catastrophic calamity.* [64]* [64]* [37]* [32]*** [27]	GB
R-Type DX	Irem;Epoch (Bits Studios Limited)	1999	Play R-Type and R-Type II in Color or Black & White on Any Game Boy or Super Game Boy. Play R-Type DX only on Game Boy COLOR.	GBC
R-Type Final	Irem;Eidos Interactive ;Metro3D (Irem)	2004	It all began in 1987 with a revolutionary arcade shooter called R-Type. Now the classic shooter is back for a final appearance with new features and the same exciting, revolutionary gameplay that started it all. Use the unique Force System to power-up your ship as you choose and send it into battle against the evil Bydo. With over 100 ships to choose from and an almost unlimited amount of customization options, R-Type Final is the definitive shooter on the PlayStation 2.	PS2
R-Type II	Irem	1990		Arcade
R-Type II	Activision (Irem)	1991		Atari ST
R-Type II	Irem (B.I.T.S.)	1992		GB
R-Type III: The Third Lightning	Irem;Nintendo (Irem)	1993	It was believed on Earth that the deadly BYDO Empire had been destroyed - but now they’ve returned, as nasty as ever. Their ships and armies are more powerful than before, and Earth will surely be conquered unless the new R-90 ship can destroy them. Powered with engines that launch it into different dimensions, and armed with the Round, Shadow and Cyclone Forces, the R-90 has what it takes to wipe out the BYDO threat. The BYDO mother ship must be found and destroyed to entirely erase the species from our galaxy.***Nice side scrolling shooter from Irem. Good gfx and sound, great gameplay - nothing more to say - just play One of the best shoot'm up for SNES. Good graphics, very good sound and music and excellent playability. This game and the Gradius (or Nemesis) saga are the best of the SNES games.	SNES
R-Type Part 2	Hudson Soft;Irem	1988	[30]* [1]*The PC-Engine version of R-Type was released in Japan on two different HuCards. The first one contained only the first four stages, while the second one (R-Type Part 2) contained stages 5-8. The US-release of R-Type contained all stages. The last four levels are much harder than the first and thus only die-hard shoot'm up fans will really enjoy this 'part' of the game.	PC Engine
R-Type Tactics	Irem;Atlus (Irem)	2007	A science fiction simulation depicting the endless battle between humanity and the Baid Empire. You will be one commander of last hope and fight this evil enemy. The battle takes place on a variety of stages (maps), such as the sky above the earth, outer space, planets, and creepy maps reminiscent of living things.* [100]* [12]	PSP
R-Type Δ	Irem	1998	The Legendary Series Returns with All New 3D Graphics R-Type Delta, the next chapter in the legendary series is back with hordes of enemies, fiendishly tough bosses, new weapons, new ships, and all new 3D graphics. The deadly Bydo are back, so fire up your ship, Load your weapons, and gear up for the most intense arcade action ever. * New 3D graphics, ships and weapons * 7 levels of shoot'em up action * Top scorers can post and compare scores on the Agetec Website* [100]* [31]*European version [32]* [32]*Japanese version [31]* [27]*Same gameplay, but with 3D polygonal graphics.*R-Type Delta is exclusive to the Playstation. [cjlee001]	PS
R-Types	Irem	1998		PS
Racing Spirits	Irem	1991	Japanese	PC Engine
Raw Danger!	Irem;Agetec (Irem)	2006		PS2
Rocky Rodent	Irem	1992		SNES
Shisenshou: Match-Mania	Irem (Tamtex)	1990		GB
SOS: The Final Escape	Agetec (Irem)	2002	DISASTER REPORT is truly a new and original title that almost defies classification! With elements that include action/adventure, survival, mystery, and puzzle, Disaster Report offers more than just a test of your quick reflexes, but of your quick thinking skills as well! Disaster Report places you in the role of a newspaper reporter stuck on an island that is continuously hit with severe aftershocks from a major earthquake. The objective is to escape-but to do so with as much of the story behind the destruction of Capital City as possible. Considering the Government would like to keep the truth to itself, you'll soon find out that the wrath of nature may be less dangerous than upsetting the status quo of the Government. * Player have complete freedom to explore the 3D quake-ridden island at their own peril! * The hero must uncover the truth behind the devastation by assisting fellow castaways that are found on the island! * Problem solving includes the ability of the hero to piece together separate items in order to build tools to help in his escape! * The player may use objects like bikes, boats, compasses and more to aid in escaping the island! * No other video game has ever approached this level of simulation in depicting the "real" effects of a major city being torn apart by the forces of nature! * Special Feature: S-FORCE 3D Sound Library is included to make each earthquake feel as real as possible! * 1 Player / Memory Card (for PS2) 320 KB or Above / Analog Control / Vibration Function* [100]* [12]*** [32]	PS2
Spelunker II: Yuushahe no Chousen	Irem (Now Production)	1987	For the sequel to Spelunker the developers changed quite a lot of gameplay elements. You can choose between one of three different characters (explorer, priest and esper) each with its own life and "holy" stat bonuses and different attacks/weapons. The way is often blocked by doors which need the appropriate key and there are also very few adventure/puzzle elements with hints hiding in bonus items. You explore a forest and underground caves in search for three orbs guarded by evil bosses to ultimately rescue a fairy kingdom. Well, Spelunker II is a bit better than its predecessor, but still the controls aren't the best. The most annoying thing about this game is the knockback effect you get from touching enemies which feels like pushing you back a quarter of the screen. That makes the knockback in games like Castlevania feel very tame in comparison. The levels have a rather complicated layout with exits not only to the left and right but also up and down and often strangely connected paths. But that seems to be typical for a Famicom/NES game of that time, probably hoping to sell more hint books in Japan ahem.***[media=youtube]vwzgPSKD5xA[/media]	NES
Steambot Chronicles	Atlus;Irem;505 Games (Irem)	2005	Journey back to an age of innovation "...if Hiyao Miyazaki creates a sand-box style game, it would probably look a lot like this!" - Harcore Gamer Magazine As cars became more and more common on city streets, the Trotmobile came into being. This two-legged, walking metal vehicle could be adapted to a variety of road conditions and purposes: agriculture, civil engineering, and transportation. The industrial revolution continued, increasing the Trotmobile's popularity. People placed their hopes and dreams on the backs of these wonderful machines, marching toward a better life just beyond their reach... * "Sandbox" style gameplay offers a fantastic non-linear action adventure! * Make your living playing in a band, farming, or even as a Trotmobile arena fighter. The choice is yours! * Customize your gameplay experience! * Buy parts to pimp out your Trotmobile! * Battle over land, sea, and air in your Trotmobile! * Fight a multitude of enemies and gigantic boss machines!* [100]* [12]	PS2
Sub Rebellion	Irem;Metro 3D (Racjin)	2002		PS2
Super R-Type	Irem	1991	Japanese version [22]* [64]* [63]* [37]Japanese version [32]PAL version [29]* [29]* [27]In SUPER R-TYPE, you are the R-9, Earth's most advanced form of defense against the evil BYDO Empire. There are seven stages you must go through, picking up power-up items to defeat the stage bosses. Are you up for it??**A galactic battle begins. The BYDO Empire of mutant extraterrestrials is back with evil intent and awesome power. Now the evil empire is poised to launch a new attack on Earth. Only the revolutionary R-9, the planet's most advanced form of defense, stands between these monsters and doom. Fight through seven challenging stages—picking up power-up items as you progress—on the way to each stage's memorable boss. Is the BYDO Empire invincible? You'll need lightning reflexes, intuitive moves and a big dose of cosmic luck to hold your own. Better prepare yourself, because the mutants "R" ready for you.	SNES
The Irem Skins Game	Irem	1992		SNES
Vigilante	Irem	1989	[142]* [70]* [83]* [33]* [62]* [1]A Beat'm Up in best 'Kung Fu' or 'Double Dragon' tradition. A bit too easy and short for my taste (except the final boss which I found to be very hard). The graphics are very beautiful with great backgrounds and detailed sprites. Controls are a bit jerky, especially kick-jumping. Despite its flaws I enjoyed the game.**Brave the streets of New York City in this side-scrolling beat-'em-up game. Thugs kidnap the beloved Madonna, and it's up to players to become vigilantes. Players fight their way into enemy territory to get her back. Enemies attack with weapons like iron pipes, chains, guns and motorcycles. To fight back, players can punch, kick or use the "nunchaku" item that appears in the stage. Players must use each of the attacks effectively to defeat their enemies. To clear a stage, defeat the boss that waits at the end. Players fight their way through exciting stages that include the City Streets, Junkyard, Brooklyn Bridge and the Backstreets.	PC Engine
X-Multiply	Irem	1989	[28]*** [42]	Arcade
YoYo's Puzzle Park	Irem;JVC (Irem)	1996	A very rare game similar to Bubble Bobble. [cjlee001]	PS

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