Raiden Fighter Pilot
The unnamed elite pilot controlled by the player, tasked with flying the advanced Raiden craft against a large-scale mechanized invasion.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
8-way joystick | Move the fighter |
|---|---|
Shot button | Fire the current weapon |
Bomb button | Use a bomb |
How it plays
How does Raiden II play?
The player pilots a fighter through vertically scrolling stages, destroying airborne and ground targets while avoiding bullets, collisions, and environmental hazards. The main objective is to reach and defeat each stage boss.
Weapon pickups improve the fighter's shot and can provide alternate weapon types. Bombs clear or weaken threats and offer temporary protection, but they are limited. The arcade game uses a fixed sequence of stages, with progression based on survival and boss victories rather than character or equipment development.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Raiden II?
Stay near the lower portion of the screen, but leave enough room to move around incoming patterns. Collect weapon items deliberately and avoid risky detours when enemy fire is dense.
Save bombs for crowded patterns, difficult boss phases, or situations where escape is unlikely. Learn the entry points of larger enemies and destroy dangerous targets before focusing on score items.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Prioritize survival over collecting every power-up.
- 2
Keep moving in small, controlled patterns to avoid intersecting bullet streams.
- 3
Use bombs before becoming trapped rather than waiting for a perfect opportunity.
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