# BLAZING STAR

> Legendary NEOGEO shoot 'em up with unique scoring and multiplayer modes. (iPhone/iPad app by SNK CORPORATION.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blazing-star/id529748424 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 63 App Store ratings · 217 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 91 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2012-07-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blazing-star/id529748424/reviews.md

## What is BLAZING STAR?

“BLAZING STAR”, legendary NEOGEO shooting game with its unique game system and its gorgeous graphics, lands on iPhone/iPod touch! 
“BLAZING STAR” features integre a multitude of exciting options such as a “point scaling system” for insane scores!
Shoot down your enemies with your powerful options and weapons! 

■Not only a perfect port of the original NEOGEO game!  
In addition to its classic “ARCADE MODE”, this perfect conversion of “BLAZING STAR” includes a “MISSION MODE”, allowing you to select in which stage you want to play!
You can now train yourself in your favorite stages or those which give you a hard time! 

■Many spaceships with various characteristics! 
In total, 6 spaceships with various strengths (spaceships for beginners, high scoring or with an increased defense) are available to selection in “BLAZING STAR”. “CHARGED SHOTS”, which vary depending on the selected spaceship, worth a watch!

■Intense cooperative gameplay via the Wi-Fi function!  
Besides the “MAIN MISSION” game mode, “BLAZING STAR” can be doubly enjoyed by playing in “MULTIPLAYER” via the Wi-Fi function! 
Will you be able to clear the hardest stages with your friends? 

■Smooth controls! 
Move your spaceship by tapping the game screen in “TOUCH CONTROL”, or maneuver it via the Virtual Pad displayed in the bottom left corner of the screen in “PAD CONTROL”!  

■Compatible with “GAME CENTER”! 
Complete a maximum of “ACHIEVEMENTS” in order to increase your Shooter Level!
Beat the best scores and become World’s Number 1!!

## Key features

- Classic Arcade Mode
- Mission Mode with stage selection
- 6 unique spaceships
- Wi-Fi multiplayer
- Touch and Virtual Pad controls
- Game Center achievements

## What do users think of BLAZING STAR?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Exceptional port
- 👍 Solid game that deserves a play
- 👍 Great classic shooter
- 👍 Wonderful game
- 👍 Masterpiece of a shoot 'em up

**Cons**

- 🐛 Unplayable on iOS 7
- 🐛 Screen issues on newer devices
- 🐛 Glitchy background
- 🐛 Buggy controls
- 🐛 Unresponsive touch controls

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unplayable on iOS 7
- Screen rotation issues
- Buttons covering gameplay
- Flickering backgrounds
- Incompatible with newer devices

**Most requested features**

- iOS 7 support
- iPhone 5 support
- Autofire option
- Improved controls
- Leaderboards

## Recent user reviews (10 of 217)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blazing-star/id529748424/reviews.md

### 1/5 — what a scam don’t buy it

*2026-07-15*

The game doesn’t open so i’m not able to play, what a scam just waste of money

### 5/5 — Exceptional Port - Exceeded My Expectations

*2025-08-10*

I bought this game for 0.99 US thinking that it would be a small loss if it played poorly. However, it runs great and is an absolute blast. I am running it on a standard iPad 10 with an 8bitdo SN30 Pro controller, which to my surprise is fully supported in-app. There’s really no reason to pass this one up if you enjoy scrolling shooters.

### 2/5 — Port ruim

*2024-10-18*

Mal feito, mal otimizado, trabalho preguiçoso da SNK. Não vale a pena.

### 1/5 — 専用コントローラーがない場合は評価0

*2024-02-16*

スマホ単体で操作する場合、一面で諦める程の劣悪な操作性です。

ゲーム内で用意されている操作方法は2つあり
・カクカクした動きしか出来ない劣化パッド
・指の表面が擦り切れるスライド式

前者は画面に配置されたボタンから少しでも指が離れると止まる上、斜め移動までの遊びがないた直角的な動きになり使い物になりません。
※アケアカシリーズ(アプリ)の操作画面を移植して欲しいほど酷い

スライド式は、まだギリギリ操作可能ですが...設定画面には細かい調整機能が"全く"ない為
STGなどの終始忙しい操作でやろうものなら指が擦り切れる間違いなしです。
※レイ○トームの操作方法にもスライド式はありますが、あちらは移動率が調整可能です。

そして、何よりも連射機能がありません。
誤操作が多いタッチ操作でボタンを連打する場合は色んな意味で気を使います。

### 1/5 — ACA version is better

*2023-11-01*

Don’t waste your money on this, Neo Geo Arcade Archives (ACA) version is better.

### 3/5 — Competent

*2022-10-19, version 1.3.1*

All in all this is a pretty good conversion, plays well with touch controls as well as pad. However I’d like to see some tweaks. When using pad control you can either have auto fire on or off. It would be nice to have auto fire on button press and a separate button for a charge shot. incidentally multiple buttons on a pad and not currently utilised within the game. It would also be nice if menu navigation was more intuitive with a pad.

Separate to that, it seems that a small update is going to be needed on the latest iOS, as level 2 has major flickering on the background.

### 5/5 — So much fun

*2022-09-01*

In the 90’s I dreamed of one day having a neo geo system to play these arcade games at home, and now we can do it anywhere. This game is fantastic, a brilliant side-scrolling shooter with guts and charm. Some reviews say it’s not perfect and maybe those folk had the OG system or played it endlessly at the arcade but none of that matters if you’re just looking for a great arcade shooter for iOS. It’s worth the price and your time.

### 5/5 — いい買い物だった

*2022-08-20*

このゲームどうすればクリアできるか動画をみてみました。
分かったことは、アイテムを取りまくるとランクが上がって難しくなるらしい。前のレビューでも書いた通り鬱陶しい声を聞かなくて済むようになるこで、実践してみましたがあまり違いは感じませんでした。それどころか後半は弾幕が厳しくなり
大量にアイテムが出てくるので、どうしも避けていると死んでしまいます。
あまり気にしない方が良さそうです。
もう一つは、連射の自動の設定があるが、更に連射すると強力な攻撃力になる。
これは知らなかった。というかこのラピッドショット？ができないとクリアできるはずがない。
ところが、自動連射オフにしておくとPS4コントローラ で指だけ連射しても私にはできなかった。
というわけで、自動連射onにしておいてラピッドショットしにくい機体の場合は、左手でコントローラ、右手で液晶画面のRSのボタンを押してプレイしています。

なんかここまでしてなぜやるのかというと
最近毎日全面クリアするまでやっていますが
超興奮して楽しい。
おそらくグラディウスとかと同じかそれ以上に興奮する。と書けば
分かってもらえるだろうか？

シューテングゲームがこんなにおもしろいとはと再認識させられた。

色々問題はあるが、それを超越する出来の良さに感動してレビューを更新してしまった。
もう、続編が出たりすることはないだろうが
前にも書いたが、できればアイテムや声が出ないように修正だけでもしてほしいです。

あと他の方のレビューで、パルスターがWindowsで出ていたのやってみた。あれはRーTYPEに近いのでおもしろいのはおもしろいが
このゲームの方をオススメします。

修正前
なんか、もったいなさすぎる感じ。 「ボーナス」とか「パワーアップ」とかアイテムを取るたびに声がするがコレがうっとおしい。 それと、天使みたいな卵や文字のアイテムとか、画面にわけわからないものがでてきて台無しにしているように思えます。 声の出ない設定とパワーアップアイテム以外よけいなアイテムがでない設定があれば、かなり面白くなると思います。 グラフィックはすばらいと思います。

### 2/5 — IOS 12 jusqu’à 15 BUG !!!!!!!!!!!

*2022-04-23*

Bug graphique toujours présent au début du 2ème niveau, le décor clignote. Urgent, une nouvelle mise pour corriger ça svp. Merci. Testé sur iPhone 6S et 6S+ 128 Go en IOS 15.4.1.
De pire en pire hélas pour ce fabuleux shoot, dommage ! 👎

### 5/5 — Thankz

*2022-04-20*

For returning to us🎉

## Frequently asked questions about BLAZING STAR

### What is BLAZING STAR?

BLAZING STAR is a port of a legendary NEOGEO shooting game for iPhone and iPod touch. It features a unique point scaling system, gorgeous graphics, and multiple game modes.

### What game modes are available?

The app includes the classic "ARCADE MODE" for the original experience, and a "MISSION MODE" that allows you to select and play specific stages. This mode is great for training or revisiting favorite levels.

### Can I play with friends?

Yes, BLAZING STAR features "MULTIPLAYER" via the Wi-Fi function, allowing for intense cooperative gameplay. You can team up with friends to tackle the hardest stages together.

### How much does BLAZING STAR cost?

Based on the provided information, BLAZING STAR is a paid application. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What are the control options?

The game offers "TOUCH CONTROL" by tapping the screen to move your spaceship. Alternatively, you can use the "PAD CONTROL" with a virtual D-pad displayed in the bottom left corner of the screen.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.1 — 2022-04-19

Compatible with iOS14 or higher

### 1.2.2 — 2018-04-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

・Updated to iOS11.
・Correction of a few minor issues.

Important:
Following the update to iOS8,「MULTIPLAYER　MODE」 requires now a Wi-Fi connection instead of a Bluetooth connection.
Furthermore, please make sure to be first logged in to "Game Center" before starting a multiplayer session.

### 1.2.1 — 2014-09-21

Several bugs have been fixed.
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*[Important] Warning regarding iOS 8 ~ 11
This app may not run correctly under iOS 8 ~ 11.
We apologize for the inconvenience that this may cause, and thank you for your kind understanding.

### 1.2 — 2014-02-15

・iOS 7 Support has been added 
・The amount of Continues have been increased
・Rapid Shot button control settings have been added

### 1.1 Ver. — 2012-08-31

* Autofire on/off additional option 
* Fast Touch : Starship follow exactly the finger speed for improved control on mobile devices. 
* Additional leaderboards to separate legacy controls from new "Fast Touch" easier controls. 

This major update has been done based on your feedback and we hope you will be pleased with the results! 
If you like our games stay tuned on facebook.com/NeoGeoStation

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