Twin Hawk

Toaplan

Rank: #5 / 6
Released: 1989
Studio: Toaplan
Genre: action game, shoot 'em up

At a glance

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.

Who it is for

It suits players who enjoy vertical shooters with escalating repeat rounds, and friends looking for shared-screen co-op or multiplayer.

What is good

Six friendly planes provide backup fire
Co-op and shared-screen co-op listed
Full controller support
Available on Windows, macOS and Linux

What to know first

Difficulty rises with each loop
Bullet volume increases in later loops

Verdict

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.