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Best Sega CD shoot 'em ups
The Matrix has 15 shoot 'em ups on file for the Sega CD, released between 1993–1994. They're ranked below by legacy score, so the games that shaped the genre on the Sega CD come first, with lesser-known picks further down.
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.
Typical commitment: quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun). Tip: 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.
A-Rank Thunder Tanjouhen Deep cut
After Burner III Deep cut
Bari-Arm Deep cut
Sol-Feace Deep cut
Soulstar Deep cut
Keio Flying Squadron Deep cut
Racing Aces Deep cut
Silpheed Deep cut
Sewer Shark Deep cut
Microcosm Deep cut
Starblade Deep cut
The Terminator Deep cut