Burai Fighter Deluxe Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Shoot 'em Up

Burai Fighter Deluxe

SystemGame Boy
Released1991
GenreShoot 'em Up
DeveloperKindle Imagine Develop
PublisherTaxan USA Corp.
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Kindle Imagine Develop and published by Taxan USA Corp., Burai Fighter Deluxe arrived on the Game Boy in 1991 as a shoot 'em up.

It landed about 2 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1991 include Metroid II: Return of Samus, Final Fantasy Adventure and Yoshi.

Kindle Imagine Develop also made Sumo Fighter: Tōkaidō Basho, Chibi Maruko-chan 2: Deluxe Maruko World and Fastest Lap for the Game Boy.

Burai Fighter Deluxe is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Burai Fighter Deluxe is like

Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.

Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.

Burai Fighter Deluxe gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

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Burai Fighter Deluxe walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Game Boy games today

Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.

Burai Fighter Deluxe FAQ

When did Burai Fighter Deluxe come out on the Game Boy?

Burai Fighter Deluxe was released for the Game Boy in 1991.

Who made Burai Fighter Deluxe?

It was developed by Kindle Imagine Develop and published by Taxan USA Corp..

Is Burai Fighter Deluxe multiplayer?

No. Burai Fighter Deluxe is a single-player game.

How long does Burai Fighter Deluxe take to play?

As a shoot 'em up, Burai Fighter Deluxe typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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