STRIKERS 1945 II Reviews
Easy to play, hard to master. This is one of the most iconic arcade shooter of the 90s, released by Psikyo. It comes back with many customizable options and online rankings!
App ID | 1279380 |
App Type | GAME |
Developers | CITY CONNECTION, Zerodiv |
Publishers | CITY CONNECTION |
Categories | Single-player, Steam Achievements, Multi-player, Co-op, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Shared/Split Screen, Partial Controller Support, Steam Leaderboards |
Genres | Action |
Release Date | 29 May, 2020 |
Platforms | Windows |
Supported Languages | English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese |

113 Total Reviews
107 Positive Reviews
6 Negative Reviews
Very Positive Score
STRIKERS 1945 II has garnered a total of 113 reviews, with 107 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Very Positive’ overall score.
Reviews Chart
Chart above illustrates the trend of feedback for STRIKERS 1945 II over time, showcasing the dynamic changes in player opinions as new updates and features have been introduced. This visual representation helps to understand the game's reception and how it has evolved.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
6 minutes
[h3] 🎮 Detailed and Positive Review of "Strikers 1945 II" [/h3]
[code] [quote=Wendrex] Developers: Psikyo (original), CITY CONNECTION / Zerodiv (re-release)
Genre: Shoot 'em up (Shmup) / Arcade
Platforms: Originally Arcade; later re-released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PC, and mobile devices
🌟 Overview
"Strikers 1945 II" is the sequel to the acclaimed shmup "Strikers 1945," originally released in arcades in 1997. It belongs to the golden era of 2D shoot ‘em ups and exemplifies everything that makes the classic bullet hell genre so beloved. The re-release by CITY CONNECTION and Zerodiv faithfully preserves the original game’s essence, bringing nostalgia with subtle updates for both new players and veterans.
✅ Positive Highlights
✈️ Solid and Precise Gameplay
The game's main strength lies in its refined and responsive controls. Aircraft movement feels fluid—critical in a shmup with such fast and complex bullet patterns. Every movement counts, and the margin for error is tight but fair.
🔫 Wide Variety of Aircraft
The game features six different planes, each based on historical World War II models, with unique main attacks, charge shots, and special bombs. This adds significant replayability, as gameplay strategy changes depending on your aircraft choice.
🌈 Retro Visuals and Classic Effects
The pixel art graphics are beautiful and vibrant, perfectly capturing the arcade style of the 90s. Colorful projectiles, giant mechanical bosses, and explosion effects bring a retro-futuristic battlefield to life. The re-releases preserve this look faithfully with improved scaling and resolution.
🎵 Energetic Soundtrack
The soundtrack, composed by Masaki Izutani, is high-energy and matches the on-screen chaos perfectly. The sounds of bullets, hits, and explosions are satisfying and well-mixed, even in modern re-releases.
💥 Balanced Challenge
The game offers progressive difficulty, with well-tuned enemy AI. Casual players can enjoy the early stages, while hardcore shmup fans will find a serious challenge in the later levels and higher difficulties.
♻️ Replay Value and Portability
Thanks to its scoring system, multiple endings, and fast-paced progression, "Strikers 1945 II" offers excellent replay value. On modern consoles like the Switch and PS4, it’s perfect for quick sessions or longer marathons.
🛠️ Improvements in the CITY CONNECTION / Zerodiv Re-Releases
Save states and quick continues, helping newcomers enjoy the experience.
Custom difficulty and control settings.
Screen filters (CRT, scanlines) recreate the arcade feel.
Faithful arcade emulation, preserving the core gameplay intact.
🤔 Minor Drawbacks (That Don’t Ruin the Experience)
No online multiplayer, which could be a great addition in modern ports.
Some menus and UI elements feel slightly outdated.
Lack of extra content like art galleries or behind-the-scenes material that could enrich the re-release.
🏁 Conclusion
"Strikers 1945 II" is a masterpiece of the shoot ‘em up genre, blending technical challenge, intense action, and classic visual charm. CITY CONNECTION and Zerodiv deserve praise for preserving this arcade gem and making it accessible to new generations without compromising its authenticity.
It’s highly recommended for retro gaming fans, action lovers, and anyone curious about the legacy of Japanese arcade shooters. A timeless gem in the shmup world.
Final Score: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.8/5) [/quote] [/code]
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
597 minutes
Лучше, чем 3 часть!!! Шире спектр сложности, пейсинг, музыка и разновидности самолетов.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
152 minutes
10/10 - An exceptional Shoot Em' Up. Probably the best vehicle "The Flying Pancake" in Shoot Em' Up history! The boss designs are some of the best out there.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
33 minutes
This is my favorite shmup of all time. This version only goes up to 1080p so if you have a 1440p monitor like me, the game can look a bit blurry. Also the controls are kind of weird, but it does work with a DS5 without the need for dualsenseX and lets you customize them, though it just says button 1, 2, etc so youd have to figure that out.
I think for the faults it may not be worth it, but I couldnt pass it up for $2.
I think the PS1 version is the best aside from arcade of course, but also have it on switch.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
43 minutes
Good old shoot em up game. This bad boy eats lot of my coins back in old day...
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
20 minutes
Freezes when you pause it. Enabling steam input fixes the freezing, but then when you alt tab it freezes in the menu anyway. So I just can't win with this game, idk what to do to fix it
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Negative