Batsugun
Released Feb 2024
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
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All announced content has been released
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Steam $7.99
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Evaluation
Batsugun is a classic arcade shoot-'em-up originally developed by Toaplan, released on Steam on February 1, 2024 as part of the Toaplan Arcade Shoot 'Em Up Collection Vol.3. It launched as a complete, self-contained package that includes both the original game and the rebalanced Batsugun Special version. The developer, Bitwave Games, described this as a preservation and enhancement effort — bringing the game to PC with modern quality-of-life features like online leaderboards, rewind, practice mode, and Steam Achievements. A minor practice mode patch shipped on March 1, 2024, and a small sprite bug fix followed on November 5, 2024, but neither represents new content. No DLC has been announced or listed, and there is no roadmap or developer statement suggesting further content is planned specifically for Batsugun. The developer's news posts since launch have focused entirely on other titles in their catalog (Toaplan Vol.4, Omega 6, and the upcoming Truxton Extreme). Batsugun launched as a finished product and has been complete since its release date.
Evidence
Batsugun released as part of Toaplan Arcade Shoot 'Em Up Collection Vol.3, including both original and Batsugun Special. Described as a complete package with modern enhancements.
Store description presents Batsugun as a complete product including the original game and Batsugun Special, with no mention of planned DLC, seasons, or future content.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Clear River Games
Achievements
37
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen
About this game
THE FINAL CHAPTER IN TOAPLAN'S SHMUP SAGA
Set out on a breathtaking journey with Batsugun, Toaplan's shoot-'em-up swansong! Choose your hero from a roster of six charismatic pilots and three distinctive ship types, each brimming with personality. Immerse yourself in a world of dazzling graphics, devastating firepower, and an enchanting soundtrack, creating a sensory experience you won't soon forget. The accessible gameplay ensures that seasoned veterans and newcomers alike can revel in the unmatched thrill of victory!
In addition, the rebalanced Batsugun Special is also included, and features a visual overhaul with new colors and altered enemy behavior. A smaller hitbox and a shield protecting the ship from one hit, makes it easier which is needed as the barrage of enemy projectiles ups the ante for the true bullet hell factor. Batsugun Special introduces multiple loops, increasing difficulty with each completion. Can you master all four loops?
"As we prepare to launch with the Skull Hornets, our mission stands clear: overthrow the oppressive regime of King Renoselva A. Gladebaran VII. The path ahead is fraught with adrenaline-pumping battles and perilous missions. Our comrades and I are eager, but the question lingers: can we restore liberty to our people and emerge victorious?"
ORIGINAL GAME FEATURES:
- Embark on an enthralling sci-fi adventure where every encounter feels like a mini-boss battle at minimum, demanding your utmost vigilance to survive.
- Unleash mighty weapons like the Sky Mirage, Dragon's Whisper, and Judgement Flash to eradicate enemy threats.
- Boost your firepower with experience points from defeated enemies.
- Immerse yourself in the captivating space melodies of Yoshitatsu Sakai.
QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS:
- Minimal Input Lag: Emulation, input processing, and rendering all complete on the same frame.
- Quick Save using F1-F10, Reload with Shift+ F1-F10
- Online leaderboards for Single Credit, No Assist, and Assisted plays.
- Instrument panels with extra gameplay information and artwork.
- Rewind the game between 10-18 minutes, depending on the action.
- Capture sharable replays to immortalize your interstellar victories (or funny moments).
- Assist Features such as auto-fire at multiple rates.
- Very Easy Mode: Lower the difficulty to breeze through the adventure.
- Pixel perfect or full-screen scaling in windowed or full-screen mode.
- Rotate the gameplay in 90-degree increments.
- Steam Achievements
- Choose between Raw Input on Windows or Steam Input.
- Hone your skills in the ultra customizable practice mode!
Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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