The legendary shooter is back in full 3D glory! Battle hordes of enemy spacecraft and the biggest bosses in this classic game! Download Raiden III today! Raiden III (雷電 III Raiden Surī) is a 2005 scrolling shooter video game developed by MOSS, licensed by Seibu Kaihatsu, and published in Japan by Taito.It is the fourth game in the Raiden series. Raiden III uses the Taito Type X arcade hardware, giving full 3D graphics to the series for the first time.

Raiden IV ( 雷電 IV Raiden Fō) is a 2007 vertical scrolling shooting video game developed by MOSS. It was first released in the arcades in Japan.

A home conversion was produced for the Xbox 360 in 2008. A later version was released for Taito's NESiCAxLive digital distribution platform. An updated version of the game, Raiden IV: OverKill, was released for the PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Windows.GameplayThe gameplay of Raiden IV is identical to the previous games. In each stage of increasing difficulty, players maneuver their fighter craft, engaging various enemies and avoiding their attacks.

The Flash Shot mechanic, first introduced in Raiden III, returns in this game. Collectible items include weapon upgrade icons, bombs to cancel enemy attacks and deal damage to enemies over a large area, and score items such as medals and fairies.PlotThe Crystals have returned again after numerous defeats against humanity. The VCD immediately launches a new model of the Raiden fighter, the Fighting Thunder ME-02 Kai, to stop the Crystals from taking over the Earth.ReceptionRaiden IV has received below average review scores upon its U.S. Release, with both IGN and the Official Xbox Magazine scoring it a 6 out of 10. IGN's Eric Brudvig writes: 'Though at first glance you might think there are 14 levels in Raiden IV. There are in fact only seven with the second half of the game merely repeating the first. UFO Interactive Games went ahead and added insult to injury with its use of downloadable content.

After dishing out $40 for the game, you'll find that only one of the three ships on the main menu can be used. The other two must be purchased through Xbox Live.' Backlash over the pay to play ships has created controversy at several gaming forums, leading gamers to wonder whether the extra content is worth the price to obtain them. Video Review and Screenshots.

About This GameEarth has been overrun by aliens!Raiden III Digital Edition is a revival of the classic Raiden series of scrolling shooter games. Raiden III has new concepts are introduced, which includes a 'new 3D scrolling system' that involves the camera pointing down normal to the player while the scenery moves in three dimensions: climbing, descending, and sometimes moving vertically. The blue Laser concept is more like a beam, instead of the ones seen in prior instalments.Key Features. Gameplay - Two player co-op mode is enhanced by an exclusive new attack skill: a beam that is usable whenever one player lines up in front of the other. In Double play mode, both players share the lives and bomb stocks, and without continues.

Various Modes - Score Attack, Boss Rush, Replay & Gallery, Option and 3 play modes (solo, dual and double). 7 Unique Levels - The first three levels on Earth and the last four in space. Level design is based on previous Raiden games: the first three levels are particularly close to previous games, with the first based on the original Raiden; the bosses are also similar to those in the corresponding levels of Raiden II and Raiden DX. Adjustable Display Modes - Window mode, full screen mode, adjustable zoom ratios (x0.5, x1.0, x1.5, x2.0).

Bonus Contents - 2 CD's worth of OST included with a total of 36 music!