Prepare to power up and blast off in one of the most iconic side-scrollers ever made. Gradius - NES is the legendary 8-bit space shooter that defined a genre. Pilot the sophisticated Vic Viper starfighter on a desperate mission to destroy the invading Bacterian Empire. What sets this shoot 'em up apart is its revolutionary power-up system. Collect capsules from defeated enemies to select your upgrades, from lasers and missiles to the indispensable "Option" helpers. This NES classic is a true test of skill, demanding perfect timing and strategy to survive its challenging stages and epic boss battles.