Thunder Spirits is a side-scrolling shooter game for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), released in 1991. It belongs to the space shooter genre, often referred to as a shoot 'em up or shmup. This title is a console adaptation of the arcade game Thunder Force III and puts players in control of a futuristic spacecraft battling an alien armada. The game features fast-paced action, multiple weapon upgrades, and challenging stages filled with diverse enemies and tough bosses. Its intense gameplay, vibrant graphics, and engaging soundtrack capture the quintessential 16-bit era arcade experience.