Classic arcade-era bullet-hell shooters make a bold comeback on modern consoles
We are happy to announce that the Irem Collection Volume 1 digital editions will be making its début on November 21st for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox.
The Irem Collection Volume 1 is comprised of three beloved classic shmup games – Image Fight, Image Fight II, and X Multiply – giving long-time players and newcomers alike a chance to relive the titles that launched an era of arcade gaming that still resonates to this day. This collection is more than just a nostalgia trip; it’s the ultimate shmup experience, complete with new visuals, classic modes, worldwide leaderboards and tiered rank systems.
The games within the collection are definitive versions of two of the toughest shmups ever created. Image Fight and Image Fight II feature Aliens threatening bases on the moon and attacking military space areas. Pilot Show Sawamura and his OF-3 Garuda spaceship are here to protect humankind in Image Fight II and both versions contain improved animations, detailed lore, new visual scenes, and a timeless soundtrack composed by Takashi Hiyamuta and Hiroshi Kimura.
For X Multiply, you’ll take control of a miniature ship in a body that gets infected by alien parasites, utilizing tentacles as both a weapon and a shield to ward off the alien threat. Players will navigate through seven levels set in the blood vessels and arteries of the body, experiencing a unique sci-fi horror atmosphere.
As if that isn’t enough, players experienced with online global rankings can showcase their shmup mastery with leaderboard and global rank tracking. Whether playing for the nostalgia factor or looking for a real challenge, the Irem Collection Volume 1 is sure to delight.
If you’re looking to add a physical edition of the Irem Collection Volume 1 to your collection, pre-order one of the highly limited, exclusive boxed editions with director’s cards, instruction booklets, and more at Strictly Limited Games. Get ready for the ultimate shmup experience coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox on Nov 21st!