Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 2

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  • Summary: Toaplan is a legendary developer known for its arcade games released throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Now, the ultimate collection of its iconic shoot ’em up titles, which have captivated fans for generations, is available in two volumes: Vol. 1 and Vol. 2.

    Some titles include not only the    Toaplan is a legendary developer known for its arcade games released throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Now, the ultimate collection of its iconic shoot ’em up titles, which have captivated fans for generations, is available in two volumes: Vol. 1 and Vol. 2.

    Some titles include not only the Japanese version, but also the international version with different specifications, allowing players to enjoy rare titles that were hard to come across in Japan.

    In addition, all titles include “Rewind,” “Save & Load,” and “Slow Motion / 2x Speed” functions. Compete for the high score with players across the country in the online score rankings.    … Expand

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  1. Forbes
    Aug 15, 2025
    80
    Overall, TOAPLAN Arcade Collection Vol 1 & 2 covers the heyday of TOAPLAN’s arcade shmup output. It’s also a comprehensive collection, including the international variants for each of these classic arcade games. Although I suspect Zero Wing’s appalling localization will still be a draw for some of the old school fans.
  2. Tech-Gaming
    Aug 15, 2025
    80
    If there’s a criticism to be leveled at Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 2, it’s the same one that lingered over its predecessor: the absence of supplemental materials. No developer interviews, no cabinet artwork, no design documents. There’s nothing that contextualizes these releases beyond the games themselves. For a studio with such an influential legacy, these kinds of extras would have enhanced the package immensely. And while this second volume offers more variety than the first, some may find the overall impact slightly diminished, especially if they consider Batsugun from Vol. 1 as Toaplan’s crown jewel.

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