Slap Fight: Classic Vertical Shooter Revitalized

9/9/2026, 1:20:04 PM

Release date: 8/24/2023

Tags: #action #arcade #shoot-'em-up #2d #retro #controller #score-attack #singleplayer

User Reviews

Score: 83%Positive
Review Count: 23 reviews
Fetched At: 9/9/2026, 1:20:05 PM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 920 (JPY)

Steam JP

$7.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Japan Price: ¥ 920
Global Price: $7.99
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Key highlight

Experience the classic 1986 vertical shooter Slap Fight (Alcon) with arcade-accurate emulation, modern features like quick saves and online leaderboards, and intense gauge-based power-up action.

Who this is for

Toaplan's classic shooter returns! Perfect for retro fans and newcomers alike with its beginner mode, this title also offers deep score-attack potential.

Details

Overview

Slap Fight, originally released by Toaplan in 1986 as Alcon, blasts its way into the modern era with this faithful yet enhanced digital re-release. This vertical shooter invites players to pilot a lone warrior aboard the FTL spacecraft Leopold, tasked with confronting the malevolent artificial intelligence Goudy and its galactic corruption.

The game offers an authentic arcade experience, meticulously emulated for today's platforms, while incorporating modern conveniences.

Highlights

Features arcade-accurate emulation of the 1986 classic, Slap Fight (Alcon).
Includes modern enhancements such as a beginner mode, quick saves, and online leaderboards.
Developed by industry veterans Bitwave Games and Toaplan, published by Clear River Games.

Who It's For

This title is a must-play for fans of classic arcade shoot 'em ups, retro gaming enthusiasts, and players who appreciate score-attack challenges. The inclusion of a beginner mode also makes it accessible to newcomers to the genre, offering a taste of intense 2D action without overwhelming difficulty.

Game Info

Slap Fight delivers fast-paced 2D action with a compelling premise of saving the galaxy from an ancient AI. Players will engage in intense aerial combat, utilizing a unique gauge-based power-up system to unleash devastating attacks.

The game supports multiplayer, Steam Achievements, and Steam Cloud saves, ensuring a robust and modern gaming experience built upon a beloved retro foundation. Check the latest Steam listing for current pricing and user reviews.