TATSUJIN EXTREME Demo Launches Across All Platforms

Developer TATSUJIN Co., Ltd. was founded in 2017 by former Toaplan creator Masatoshi Yuge. The studio previously developed Snow Bros. Wonderland and AMUSEMENT ARCADE TOAPLAN, and handles licensing for Toaplan titles. It gained attention in 2022 when it became part of the Embracer Group.

The game is set in the 2200s, when Earth's civilization has expanded to seven planets. Players control the advanced tactical fighter Javelion, piloted by a cyborg, to fight an alien invasion. The ship uses multiple shot types: Power Shot for wide forward attack, Tatsujin Beam for concentrated forward fire, Thunder Laser that locks onto enemies on contact, and Homing Shot with multiple tracking projectiles. Bombs clear enemies and enemy bullets from the screen.

The full game includes additional modes beyond the demo: ARCADE for pure high-score and clear challenges, and ARENA for repeated attempts and high-score rankings. TEAM mode supports local two-player play, with both players' scores combined on a dedicated ranking. Players share lives and bombs; if a teammate is shot down, they can be rescued if a bomb is available.

For the PC version, based on feedback from a previous demo, updates include improved keyboard support, better controller support, and Steam Deck optimization. The PREMIUM BOX editions include a 2-disc gold soundtrack with 78 tracks, a metal player ship figure (74x68x22mm, 115g), a 112-page art book, and a 128-page comic titled "Ash edition." At the BEEP Akihabara trial event on August 2, attendees who try the game receive a round fan, and purchasing the packaged version includes a "Pipiru Alien Plushie." Pipiru aliens are characters rescued by defeating enemies, and there is a game mode to develop their village.