Gradius: The Interstellar Assault

ReleasedAug 9, 1991

Game Boy

About

Gradius: The Interstellar Assault retains the traditional horizontal scrolling gameplay from the Gradius series. Once again the player takes control of the Vic Viper and flies through five different stages destroying Bacterion's army. The game retains the traditional power-up bar from the original Gradius. The player can speed-up multiple times, use missiles, shoot double firepower or lasers, use several options at a time and use the classic shield (although it is referred to as a forcefield). However, before each game is started or continued, the player is given a "Weapon Select" screen. Here the player can choose between one of three settings for the missiles, double firepower, and lasers.

Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami
Genres: Shooter
Themes: Action, Science fiction
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Side view
IGDB rating: 69 / 100 (12 ratings)
Also known as: Gradius II: The Return of the Hero, Nemesis II