# Samurai Aces: Tengai Episode1

> Classic arcade bullet hell shooter with story, multiple weapons, and global leaderboards. (iPhone/iPad app by kmbox.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-aces-tengai-episode1/id1234121875 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [kmbox](https://appshunter.io/developer/1416505479)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 62 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian and 6 more
- Released: 2017-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-07-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-aces-tengai-episode1/id1234121875/reviews.md

## What is Samurai Aces?

[Important Notice]
When you install the new version, all previously played data and retained properties  are initialized.
If you want to keep the existing data, please refrain from updating it.

The originator of arcade shooting games famous for "Gunbird" and "Strikers 1945"! 
The legend of the Bullet Hell shooting game begins in this game!

The first original game with an interesting story that contains the past of the heroes in Tengai.
Everyone's favorite classic arcade fighter shooting game is here for free!


Samurai Aces that revolutionized fighter shooting games (STG) in the 1990s,  is a new remake!

■ Game Features ■
• Play with six different types of weapons and special attacks that suit your tastes.
• An interesting story straight from the original series.
• Enjoy the full power system to better beat the stages with difficult levels.
• Fantastic flight-shooting sensation from the sky delivered directly from your fingertips.
• It brings back memories of arcade games through retro design.
• Provides numerous stages with varying levels of difficulty requiring control, agility, and strategy.
• Supports 11 languages, so you can play anytime, anywhere.
• Rank your score against other players around the world.
 
ⓒPsikyo, KM-BOX,  all rights reserved.

■ Notice ■
1. Data is reset when the device is replaced or the app is deleted.
2. If you need to replace the device or delete the app, be sure to save the data in the in-game settings.
3. Please note that the app includes an in-app payment function, so actual billing may occur.

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## Key features

- Six weapon types and special attacks
- Engaging original story
- Full power system for stages
- Retro arcade design
- Multiple difficulty levels
- Global score ranking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100+20 Ruby Purchase | $8.99 | one-time |
| 10 Ruby Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30+3 Ruby Purchase | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bomb +1 Purchase | $6.99 | one-time |
| Double Gold Sale Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| welcome pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ruby 3,000+600 Item | $25.99 | one-time |
| Ruby 5,000+1,500 Item | $44.99 | one-time |
| Ruby 10,000+5,000 Item | $84.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 62)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-aces-tengai-episode1/id1234121875/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nostalgia

*2021-06-01, version 1.0.4*

My favorite game when im child

### 4/5 — OG game

*2021-03-09, version 1.0.4*

Awesome but there is a latency in the controls mostly when you move quickly.

### 5/5 — レトロアーケード好き

*2020-09-24, version 1.0.4*

レトロ系が好きなんで細かいことは気にしません。

### 5/5 — 게임 재미있어요..^^

*2020-09-10, version 1.0.4*

오락실하고 똑같아요..^^

### 5/5 — 오~ 추억의 게임이

*2020-09-10, version 1.0.4*

박진감 넘치고 재밌네요. 늑대로 하고 있습니다.

### 3/5 — 옛날갬성

*2020-08-09, version 1.0.3*

그렇나 너무 옛날갬성이네요 비행기를 고르지 못하는게 가장 아쉽..

### 4/5 — Ok

*2020-04-21, version 1.0.3*

Ok

### 1/5 — 게임 도중

*2020-03-16, version 1.0.3*

팅김 현상 업대이트 해주세요

### 2/5 — 戦国エース

*2020-01-12, version 1.0.3*

キャラ解放に時間かかり過ぎ

### 5/5 — 오락실에서 한 추억의 게임

*2019-07-08, version 1.0.3*

초딩때 오락실만 가면 백원 넣고 이것만 한적도 많고 다른 게임들도 많아서 진짜 오락실에 많이 갔는데 요세는 오락실이 너무 없어져서 찾아가기 좀 힘든거 같다 그래도 폰으로 이렇게 하니 추억이 새록새록 나네 ㅋㅋ 추억의 게임 폰 으로 만들어쥬서서 감사합니다 ^^

## Frequently asked questions about Samurai Aces

### What kind of game is Samurai Aces: Tengai Episode1?

Samurai Aces: Tengai Episode1 is a classic arcade bullet hell shooter game. It features a compelling story, retro design reminiscent of 1990s arcade fighters, and challenging stages that require control, agility, and strategy.

### What are the key features of this game?

The game offers six different types of weapons and special attacks, an interesting story from the original series, a full power system to help beat difficult stages, and a fantastic flight-shooting sensation. It also includes numerous stages with varying difficulty levels and supports global score ranking.

### Is this game free to play?

Yes, the game is free to play. However, it does include an in-app payment function, meaning actual billing may occur if you choose to make purchases within the app.

### What happens to my game data if I replace my device or delete the app?

Data is reset when the device is replaced or the app is deleted. To keep your existing data, it is crucial to save it in the in-game settings before replacing your device or deleting the app.

### What makes this game unique compared to other shooters?

This game is a new remake of the revolutionary Samurai Aces from the 1990s, bringing back the original arcade experience with an interesting story and classic fighter shooting mechanics. Its retro design and focus on strategic bullet hell gameplay set it apart.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 20251223 — 2026-01-02

minor bug fix + UI update

### 20251013 — 2025-12-18

minor bug fix

### 2025020601 — 2025-02-11

version update + miner bug fix

### 1.0.5 — 2022-07-29

Bug fixes, ad-mob ads applied

### 1.0.4 — 2020-09-10

[Important Notice]
When you install the new version, all previously played data and retained properties  are initialized.
 If you want to keep the existing data, please refrain from updating it.

- The game has been renewed.
- Free use of all fighters.
- Use Full Power to clear more easily.

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