Gradius Gaiden PS1 FULL GAME Longplay Gameplay Walkthrough Playthrough VGL

Released in 1997, Gradius Gaiden is a classic side-scrolling shooter set between the events of Gradius III and IV, where players pilot one of four unique Hyper Space Fighters against an overwhelming force emerging from the Dark Nebula. The core gameplay involves intense aerial combat, demanding precise movement and strategic management of the customizable power-up system via energy tokens. A key feature is the introduction of distinct spacecraft, each offering different base weaponry, which alters tactical approaches across its challenging, hazard-filled stages.