action game
Twin Hawk
By Toaplan, released 1 Jan 1989
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- Sega Genesis
- macOS
- TurboGrafx-16
- arcade video game
- shoot 'em up
What it is
Twin Hawk is a military-themed vertical scrolling shooter by Toaplan, first released in 1989. Players fight an advancing army and navy, including tanks and battleships, while using strategy as well as reflexes. A distinctive support option calls in six friendly fighter planes in formation to add backup fire. The game continues after its final stage: clearing the last stage starts a second round at the opening stage, with difficulty increasing on each loop and more bullets to avoid. The Steam listing includes single-player, multiplayer and co-op, including shared-screen co-op. It also lists full controller support and recommends a gamepad. The game is available on Windows, macOS and Linux through Steam; other listed platforms include Sega Genesis, TurboGrafx-16 and arcade.
What players like, and what they don't
- Six friendly planes provide backup fire
- Co-op and shared-screen co-op listed
- Full controller support
- Available on Windows, macOS and Linux
- Difficulty rises with each loop
- Bullet volume increases in later loops
Who it suits
It suits players who enjoy vertical shooters with escalating repeat rounds, and friends looking for shared-screen co-op or multiplayer.
Twin Hawk adds a tactical support call to its vertical shooting action, then raises the challenge through repeated rounds. Its co-op and shared-screen modes make it an option for players who want to fly missions together.
