Earthion

Earthion is a nostalgic return to the golden age of 16-bit arcade shoot 'em ups. Developed by the legendary Ancient Corporation and under the creative guidance of Yuzo Koshiro, Earthion immerses players in an exhilarating space battle to save Earth. With a gripping storyline starring Azusa Takanashi, breathtaking visuals, challenging gameplay, and a stellar original soundtrack, this game combines retro vibes with modern quality-of-life features, delivering an unforgettable adventure for fans of classic gaming and newcomers alike. Prepare to pilot your spacecraft through chaotic levels, fight alien invaders, and defend the future of humankind in this true celebration of the 16-bit era.

Ancient Corporation, Bitwave Games
Limited Run Games, Inc.
July 31, 2025
99 % Positive (102 reviews)
$19.99 Play Now

Features

Retro-Styled Gameplay

Earthion offers a nostalgic, side-scrolling shooter experience built natively for 16-bit systems.

Challenging Levels

The game features eight uniquely designed levels, each with stunning environments, enemy patterns, and intense boss battles.

Original Soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro

Take in 27 tracks composed by one of the legends of the 16-bit era, creating an immersive retro soundscape in Earthion.

Online Leaderboards

Compete with players worldwide and claim your place as the ultimate pilot in the game's leaderboard.

Hotshot Difficulty and Challenge Mode

Earthion features advanced difficulty settings for hardcore players seeking a real challenge.

Modern Quality-of-Life Features

Includes customizable scanline settings for those playing on modern displays while capturing the retro feel.

Female Protagonist

Guide the heroic space pilot, Azusa Takanashi, in her fight to save humanity.

2D Pixel Graphics

Earthion features masterfully designed pixel art, embodying the aesthetic of the golden age of 2D gaming.

Key Features

Single-player
Steam Achievements
Steam Cloud
Remote Play on TV
Family Sharing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the premise of Earthion?

Earthion is a side-scrolling space shooter where you guide Azusa Takanashi in a thrilling battle to repel alien invaders and save planet Earth.

Who is the developer of the game?

Earthion was developed by Ancient Corporation, known for their legendary contributions to classic 16-bit games.

Does the game have multiplayer mode?

No, Earthion is a single-player game.

What platforms support Earthion?

The game currently supports Windows 10 and requires a 64-bit processor and operating system.

What makes Earthion special?

Earthion combines classic 16-bit gameplay, a stellar original soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro, and challenging gameplay features for a true retro gaming experience.

Can I play Earthion on an original 16-bit console?

Earthion was developed natively for 16-bit hardware but is ported with care to modern platforms.

Genres

Tags

Action Retro 1990's Pixel Graphics Space Shoot 'Em Up Combat Shooter Female Protagonist Music Soundtrack Arcade Bullet Hell Side Scroller 2D Anime Stylized Futuristic Sci-fi Controller

System Requirements

Minimum

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Windows 10 - 64-bit

Memory

Storage

Graphics

Requires

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Processor

Recommended

Os

Memory

Storage

Graphics

Requires

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

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Supported Languages

Language Interface Subtitles Audio
English
French
Italian
German
Spanish - Spain
Japanese
Portuguese - Brazil
Simplified Chinese
Spanish - Latin America
Traditional Chinese

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