Raiden Fighter Pilot
The player-controlled pilot flying the Raiden craft against a large mechanized enemy force.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the aircraft |
|---|---|
Shot button | Fire the current weapon |
Bomb button | Use a bomb |
Control notes
Arcade control panels generally use a joystick and dedicated shot and bomb buttons.
Button labels and cabinet layouts can vary by machine.
How it plays
How does Raiden DX play?
The action is viewed from above as the aircraft moves through vertically scrolling stages. The objective is to destroy ground and airborne targets, survive enemy formations, defeat large bosses, and reach the end of the selected course.
Players fire the main weapon, collect power-ups to change or strengthen weapons, and use bombs to clear threats or survive dangerous moments. Raiden DX includes a conventional multi-stage course and a shorter alternate course. Scoring rewards destruction, item collection, survival, and efficient play, while deaths reduce the player's current power state.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Raiden DX?
Learn the timing and entry points of recurring enemy waves before attempting high scores. Keep the aircraft moving in small, deliberate adjustments rather than making wide sweeps through crowded areas.
Save bombs for dense bullet patterns, sudden close-range threats, and bosses. Collect weapon items when the route is safe, but avoid risky detours for power-ups. For scoring, practice the shorter course separately and memorize boss patterns so bombs can be reserved for survival or damage opportunities.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use small movements to maintain room around the aircraft.
- 2
Bombs provide both emergency protection and damage; do not wait until the last instant.
- 3
Practice each route independently to learn enemy entrances and boss timing.
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