Aero Fighters 2 is the definition of a 'comfort food' shoot-'em-up. It doesn't try to reinvent the genre; it just executes the vertically scrolling bullet-hell formula with perfect arcade precision. The variety of pilots and planes is the real highlight—playing as a ninja in a jet or a dolphin in a specialized tank is the kind of 90s weirdness I miss.
The mobile port is exceptionally smooth. Shmups live and die by their framerate and control responsiveness, and ACA has nailed it here. The 'Auto-Fire' feature is a blessing for mobile play, saving your thumbs while you focus on the intricate dancing required to dodge screen-filling boss patterns. It’s a short but infinitely replayable burst of action.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.1.0Mon Apr 24 2023
・Added a news feature to the title screen.
・Added Bluetooth controller support.
NEOGEO's masterpiece games are now available in the app !!
And in recent years, SNK has partnered with Hamster Corporation to bring many of the classic games on the NEOGEO onto modern gaming environments through the ACA NEOGEO series. Now on smartphone, the difficulty and look NEOGEO games had back then can be reproduced through screen settings and options. Also, players can benefit from online features such as online ranking modes. More, it features quick save/load and virtual pad customization functions to support comfortable play within the app. Please take this opportunity to enjoy the masterpieces that are still supported to this day.
[Game introduction]
AERO FIGHTERS 2 is a vertical-scrolling shoot 'em up released in 1994 by VIDEO SYSTEM.
A variety of unique pilots, including a pop singer and an aviation ninja, take place in dog fights at the speed of sound to save the world.
Enjoy a story mode packed with multiple endings.
[Recommendation OS]
iOS 13 and above
©SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Arcade Archives Series Produced by HAMSTER Co.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.NEOGEO's masterpiece games are now available in the app !!
And in recent years, SNK has partnered with Hamster Corporation to bring many of the classic games on the NEOGEO onto modern gaming environments through the ACA NEOGEO series. Now on smartphone, the difficulty and look NEOGEO games had back then can be reproduced through screen settings and options. Also, players can benefit from online features such as online ranking modes. More, it features quick save/load and virtual pad customization functions to support comfortable play within the app. Please take this opportunity to enjoy the masterpieces that are still supported to this day.
[Game introduction]
AERO FIGHTERS 2 is a vertical-scrolling shoot 'em up released in 1994 by VIDEO SYSTEM.
A variety of unique pilots, including a pop singer and an aviation ninja, take place in dog fights at the speed of sound to save the world.
Enjoy a story mode packed with multiple endings.
[Recommendation OS]
iOS 13 and above
©SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Arcade Archives Series Produced by HAMSTER Co.










Aero Fighters 2 (known as Sonic Wings 2 in Japan) is a classic vertically scrolling shooter from 1994. Players select from a diverse roster of characters and aircraft to battle through global stages. The game is famous for its fast-paced action, massive screen-filling bosses, and humorous endings. This ACA NeoGeo version adds modern features like online rankings and customizable display settings.
Diverse roster of 8 unique pilots
Dynamic vertical scrolling action
Multiple difficulty settings
Online score leaderboards
Screen-size and filter customization
Each pilot has a unique shot pattern and bomb type. For beginners, the 'Hien' ninja character is excellent due to his wide spread-shot, which helps clear smaller enemies while you focus on dodging.
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Don't save your bombs for the bosses. If you are cornered by bullets, use a bomb immediately—it clears the screen and gives you a few seconds of invincibility, which is worth more than a 'Game Over' with bombs in stock.
Yes, local two-player co-op is supported if you have two controllers paired to your device.