Gradius II: Gofer's Ambition

Previously available only in Japan, this is a downloadable version of the classic shooter (1992 PC Engine version), provided through Nintendo's Virtual Console service.

Two years after its last epic battle, the Gradius army recommissions the Vic Viper super-dimensional warplane to combat the invasion of a new nemesis known as Gofer. Piloting the latest model of the Vic Viper, players can select between multiple Weapon Modules and Shields to tackle the varying stages and enemy attack patterns they come up against. With a total of nine stages, this game boasts one of the longest adventures in the series and features more of its trademark fast-paced background music to accompany the intense action.