Use the arrow keys to move the spaceship and CTRL to shoot. Collect powerups for extra firepower

Raiden is a 1990 scrolling shooter arcade game that was developed by Seibu Kaihatsu. It was the first game in the popular Raiden series of scrolling shooter arcade games.

Raiden first made its debut in September 1990. The game was distributed in Japan, North America by Fabtek, Taiwan by Liang HWA Electronics, Korea by IBL Corporation, Hong Kong by Wah Yan Electronics, Malaysia as well as other countries.

Story

In the year 2090, Earth has suddenly become the target of deranged aliens. Following the invasion, a new cutting-edge weapon, the Raiden Supersonic Attack Fighter, based on the destroyed alien craft, is created for humanity's hope for survival.

Gameplay

The formula of the game is simple and typical for the era of this game. The player pilots the "Raiden Supersonic Attack Fighter" through waves of enemies, and several levels. There are two types of weapons, and the player can collect several powerups for them to make them stronger. There are bombs and missile powerups as well as collectable medals which add to the score. The game was comprised of 8 levels with mass amounts of enemies for a frantic pacing.

After defeating the Stage 8 Boss, the first mission will be completed, and a 1 million point mission clear bonus is received. When each mission starts, it will start back to Stage 1. This time around, enemies shoot faster and at a more rapid rate.

In the two-player mode, it is notable that when one player shoots the other, his projectiles transform into 'stars' that move in every direction. This action has also been demonstrated in the Raiden I opening.