Toaplan's Amusement Arcade: Classic Games Now in Your Hand

When it comes to classic arcade developers, most of us are familiar with the big names like Sega, Namco, and Taito. However, one lesser-known yet highly respected developer is Toaplan. While their games were more popular in Japan and influential there, they haven't been as well-known in the West—until now. Amusement Arcade Toaplan brings a collection of top classic games to iOS and Android, allowing you to experience Toaplan's back-catalogue right in the palm of your hand.

Amusement Arcade Toaplan is straightforward in its approach, emulating 25 classics from this developer. While most titles might not be immediately recognizable to Western players, the lineup boasts a diverse and interesting collection of shoot 'em ups and other great releases. One standout feature is the ability to play the arcade shoot 'em up classic Truxton completely free, along with sampling five other demos. And if that's not enough, you can also design your own personal 3D arcade to play these games in!

Insert coin—Much like the array of Steam releases that allow you to transform your desktop into a digital gaming room, Amusement Arcade Toaplan not only lets you enjoy these classic arcade games but also enables you to create and design your own little arcade. While it may not offer the same level of immersion as some free-roaming 3D entries, it's a delightful addition to this collection of classics.

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