VERZEUS

About this game

Game Overview

Use your highly mod-able ship to progress through classic shmup inspired horizontal stages collecting power-ups and obliterating enemies. Battle through the normal mode, or ramp up the difficulty and challenge yourself with boss battles in this retro shooter where customization is king!

The fourth game of the Game Buddy series, this game faithfully recreates the look, sounds, and feel of classic late 80's handheld games in a way that's like experiencing an alternate timeline of gaming history.

Gameplay

Dodge enemies and destroy them with 3 variable weapons and other power-ups. Gradually enhance your ship's firepower and change its shot types to match each situation for maximum combat efficiency! Combine different weapons to each of your add-on orbs to find unique new fun fighting styles that fit your play-style.


Speed
Grab this to speed up, or slowdown the movement of your ship. Each situation may benefit from fast or slow speeds, so strategic choice can be the key to victory!


Missiles
Shoot falling bombs at level 1, two diagonal missile streams at level 2, or homing missiles at level 3!


Laser
Precise high damage laser at level 1, helix blast at level 2, and powerful forward shock-wave at level 3!


Barrier
Cover your ship/add-ons in a protective shield that temporarily protects you from damage.


Vulcan Shot
Pick this to change the firing angle of your starting shot. Can even shoot straight up and down!

Game Features

• Authentic feeling handheld game style horizontal shmup game-play with a fun variable item system.
  
• 3 game modes including normal, practice and boss battle mode.
  
• Adjustable difficulty levels
  
• 8-bit sprites and sounds that faithfully emulates the early era of handheld gaming.
  
• A variety of action enhancing and nostalgic chiptune music.

How to access the menu

To access the game menu and manual, press select button on gamepad or shift key on keyboard.

Latest news

• Community & Events·8 Jun 2026Official

  Kamikaze Empire Launches & Steam Bullet Fest 2026 Is Now Live!

  Self Destructive Shmup Kamikaze Empire Is Out Now! Carve the path to victory with kamikaze attacks—Kamikaze Empire, the first self destructive shmup of its kind, launched on Steam on June 8, 2026! Blow away enemies with a wildly varied arsenal, then turn yourself into a living projectile and go out in a blaze of explosive glory right in the heart of enemy lines! Getting shot down is your chance for honor, and lives are infinite. Experience a thrilling and brutally chaotic style of gameplay where you charge toward the goal while taking everything around you down with you. ▶ Visit the Kamikaze Empire store page Steam Bullet Fest 2026 Is Now Live! This Title Is Taking Part Too Steam Bullet Fest 2026, a celebration of bullet-filled shooting games, is now live. The title whose store page you are viewing is also taking part in the event! During this festival spotlighting bullet-filled titles, Henteko Doujin's shmup lineup is also available together at discounted prices. Check out the publisher page below for the other sale titles! ▶ Henteko Doujin Publisher Page https://store.steampowered.com/publisher/hendj Don't miss this chance to enjoy Kamikaze Empire and the Henteko Doujin bullet hell/shmup lineup. Something New, Sometimes Weird! ── Henteko Doujin
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• Announcements·18 Feb 2026Official

  Revolgear Zero Launch + Henteko Doujin Sale Now Live!

  Bikkuri Software’s latest shoot ’em up, Revolgear Zero, is out now! 🎉 https://store.steampowered.com/app/3941820/ Build your own ship with deep customization and a wide range of weapons, then dive into fast, satisfying battles. Enjoy a fresh shmup experience that blends classic STG spirit with modern gameplay. 🎉 Launch Sale Now On! 🎉 To celebrate the release of Revolgear Zero, all Henteko Doujin shmups are heavily discounted! https://store.steampowered.com/publisher/hendj Don’t miss this chance to grab a collection of top-tier shmups at great prices!
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