Clear River Games and M2 will release Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage for Nintendo Switch on August 29, 2026.
The compilation collects classic entries in Toaplan’s influential Shark series and arrives in both physical and digital formats on Nintendo eShop, giving fans and newcomers a consolidated way to play Flying Shark-era arcade shooters on Switch hardware.
About the collection
Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage packages arcade staples from Toaplan, the Japanese developer credited with shaping vertical-scrolling shoot ’em ups.
The collection centers on Flying Shark (1987) and its sequel Fire Shark (1989), titles noted historically for their tuned difficulty and large-scale on-screen weapon effects.
Clear River Games and M2 announced the release date and confirmed the title will be available on Nintendo Switch on August 29, 2026.
Modes and accessibility features
The package offers multiple play options to serve both veteran players and newcomers.
An authentic "Arcade Mode" recreates the original, challenging arcade experience, while a newly included "Super Easy Mode" allows players unfamiliar with the genre to enjoy the games at a gentler difficulty.
Support tools and training
M2 has implemented a suite of support functions designed to improve situational awareness and practice efficiency.
The collection displays M2 gadgets at the sides of the playfield that indicate enemies approaching from blind spots, reveal hidden elements, and show upcoming items.
The Arcade Challenge mode—originating from M2ShotTriggers—segments stages into smaller areas for targeted training, and includes a rewind function to speed up practice.
The developers position these tools to help players work toward a one-credit clear.
Complete game and DLC list
The collection includes the following arcade releases: Hisho Same (Japan, Arcade), Flying Shark (Worldwide, Arcade), Sky Shark (United States, Arcade), Same!
Same!
Same!
(Japan, Arcade), Same!
Same!
Same!
(Japan, Arcade, 2P version), Fire Shark (Worldwide, Arcade), and Teki-paki (as free downloadable content).
Additional downloadable content bundled with the physical edition includes: Sky Shark (NES), Same!
Same!
Same!
(Japan, Mega Drive), Fire Shark (Genesis), Warnder no Mori (Japan, Arcade), Wardner (Worldwide, Arcade), Pyros (United States, Arcade), and Wardner no Mori (Famicom Disc System, Japanese language only).
Availability and trailer
Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage will be sold physically and digitally for Nintendo Switch.
An official trailer has been released by the publishers to showcase gameplay and features ahead of the August 29, 2026 launch.
The compilation collects classic entries in Toaplan’s influential Shark series and arrives in both physical and digital formats on Nintendo eShop, giving fans and newcomers a consolidated way to play Flying Shark-era arcade shooters on Switch hardware.
About the collection
Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage packages arcade staples from Toaplan, the Japanese developer credited with shaping vertical-scrolling shoot ’em ups.
The collection centers on Flying Shark (1987) and its sequel Fire Shark (1989), titles noted historically for their tuned difficulty and large-scale on-screen weapon effects.
Clear River Games and M2 announced the release date and confirmed the title will be available on Nintendo Switch on August 29, 2026.
Modes and accessibility features
The package offers multiple play options to serve both veteran players and newcomers.
An authentic "Arcade Mode" recreates the original, challenging arcade experience, while a newly included "Super Easy Mode" allows players unfamiliar with the genre to enjoy the games at a gentler difficulty.
Support tools and training
M2 has implemented a suite of support functions designed to improve situational awareness and practice efficiency.
The collection displays M2 gadgets at the sides of the playfield that indicate enemies approaching from blind spots, reveal hidden elements, and show upcoming items.
The Arcade Challenge mode—originating from M2ShotTriggers—segments stages into smaller areas for targeted training, and includes a rewind function to speed up practice.
The developers position these tools to help players work toward a one-credit clear.
Complete game and DLC list
The collection includes the following arcade releases: Hisho Same (Japan, Arcade), Flying Shark (Worldwide, Arcade), Sky Shark (United States, Arcade), Same!
Same!
Same!
(Japan, Arcade), Same!
Same!
Same!
(Japan, Arcade, 2P version), Fire Shark (Worldwide, Arcade), and Teki-paki (as free downloadable content).
Additional downloadable content bundled with the physical edition includes: Sky Shark (NES), Same!
Same!
Same!
(Japan, Mega Drive), Fire Shark (Genesis), Warnder no Mori (Japan, Arcade), Wardner (Worldwide, Arcade), Pyros (United States, Arcade), and Wardner no Mori (Famicom Disc System, Japanese language only).
Availability and trailer
Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage will be sold physically and digitally for Nintendo Switch.
An official trailer has been released by the publishers to showcase gameplay and features ahead of the August 29, 2026 launch.
