Gun Buster

About

Gun Buster is a first-person arcade shooter where you take on the role of a cyborg-hunting Gunbuster in a futuristic city. You blast through levels filled with robotic criminals using a variety of firearms, navigating tight corridors and open spaces while dodging enemy fire. The game supports single-player runs or teaming up with a friend for co-op action. The goal is simple: clear each stage, rack up points, and survive waves of enemies in a fast-paced, old-school format. Released in 1992, this title stood out as an early experiment in first-person shooting mechanics before the genre became mainstream. Its focus on co-op play and straightforward combat made it a niche favorite among arcade purists. While not as widely remembered as later shooters, it holds a spot in retro gaming circles for its early use of 3D perspective and dual-player support. The sci-fi setting adds minimal flair but keeps the action rooted in pure blasting fun.

Storyline

The game takes place in Agalia City, a fictional science fiction city where cyborg crime has become rampant. In the year 2169, the city offered rewards for cyborg criminals and introduced an organization of hunters. As time passed, humanity began to refer to these hunters as "Gunbusters".