Irem Collection Volume 3 release date confirmed for Nintendo Switch

Publisher Inin Games has just announced that Irem Collection Volume 3 is launching on Nintendo Switch on July 1. This latest volume brings together three high-fantasy and sci-fi horizontal shoot ’em ups from Irem: Mr. Heli (also known as Battle Chopper, 1987), Mystic Riders (1992), and Dragon Breed (1989).

You can check out more details about the games below:

Mr. Heli

Meet Mr. Heli, the quirky, legged chopper with a whole lot of firepower! Debuting in Japanese arcades in 1987, this multidirectional “cute ’em up” shooter lets you pilot through inventive stages filled with puzzle-like maps, hidden paths, and massive bosses. Mine crystals, earn cash, and upgrade your arsenal to keep those rotor blades spinning! This arcade classic created a sensation when it was released, and made players wonder how a game that looked so cute could kick so much ass!

Mystic Riders

Magic meets mayhem in Mystic Riders, the 1992 fantasy shooter where you ride broomsticks and battle giant sky turtles, flaming demons, and other mythical creatures. Use your broom as a boomerang to block projectiles, dodge-roll past dangerous hazards, and blast through vibrant worlds. Don’t go it alone—team up in local co-op as Mark the wizard or Zeal the witch for an enchanted ride through arcade history. Mystic Riders features some very original gameplay mechanics, making it both interesting and fun to play—while also challenging players in ways that other shooters never could!

Dragon Breed

Finally, from brooms to dragons—the 1989 arcade gem Dragon Breed throws you into a biomechanical nightmare! Ride into battle on the mighty dragon Bahamoot who can shield you from danger and scorch everything in your path. Think R-Type meets fantasy apocalypse—with wings. This fabulous coin-op was overlooked by many players when it was released, but now you have the chance to see for yourself why so many arcade aficionados consider this to be one of Irem’s best-kept secrets.

Key Features

• Three high-fantasy and science-fiction horizontal shoot ’em ups from Irem.
  Included versions:
• Mr. Heli / Battle Chopper: Arcade (English / Japanese), PC Engine (Japanese)
• Mystic Riders: Arcade (English / Japanese)
• Dragon Breed: Arcade (English / Japanese)
• Gameplay features:
• Optional controller enhancements, including rapid-fire button assignment and customizable control layouts.
• Quick save / load and built-in rewind to keep the action flowing.
• Display filters to recreate that original arcade look and feel.
• Worldwide leaderboards to show off your high-score dominance.
• Local two-player cooperative play in Mystic Riders for magical tag-team action.
• Packed with bizarre enemies, massive bosses, and legendary gameplay. 

Here’s the release date trailer:

Release Date Trailer

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