Tiger Heli (AppID: 2022970)
Type: game
Genre: Action
Developer: Bitwave Games, Toaplan
Publisher: Clear River Games
Release Date: Feb 2024
Tiger Heli - Steam Analytics & Details
Tiger Heli has 0 current players. Currently priced at $0.08, it represents green value compared to similar Action games.
Total Players
0
Price
$0.08
Genre
Action
Developer
Bitwave Games
Media Gallery
Screenshots
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Videos
General
Gameplay
Game Insights
Buy Verdict
Watch — $7.99.
Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
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~20 days until next sale
Multiplayer Viability
Declining — 0 CCU.
Population trend: Stable. Finding matches may be harder.
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Stable population
Community Sentiment
Mixed Positive — score 33/100.
Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).
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Stable
Value Score
Great Value — 92th percentile.
Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 92th percentile. Priced as Market at $7.99.
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Market pricing tier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tiger Heli worth buying right now?
Watch — $7.99. Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
When does Tiger Heli go on sale?
Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
Is Tiger Heli multiplayer dead?
Declining — 0 CCU. Population trend: Stable. Finding matches may be harder.
What do players think of Tiger Heli?
Mixed Positive — score 33/100. Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).
Genre Benchmarks
Value Ratio
Top 8%
Price History
Lowest Price
$0.08
Mar 2026 across all regions
Current Price
$0.08
US region
No Recent Price History
Price history data will appear here once more pricing information becomes available.
System Requirements
Platform Support
Windows
macOS
Linux
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- Memory: 256 MB RAM
- Storage: 10 MB available space
Recommended:
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
macOS Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
- Memory: 256 MB RAM
- Storage: 10 MB available space
Recommended:
Recommended:
Linux Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
- Memory: 256 MB RAM
- Storage: 10 MB available space
Recommended:
Recommended:
Controller Support
full
Pricing
Paid Game
CDN$ 10.49 (CAD)
Additional Information
Categories
Single-player
Multi-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Stats
Steam Leaderboards
Family Sharing
Tags
1980s
2D
Action
Arcade
Combat
Controller
Multiplayer
Old School
Pixel Graphics
Retro
+3 more
Supported Languages
English
Official Website
https://www.bitwavegames.com/games/tiger-heli
Current Pricing
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CDN$ 10.49
Regular Price
Historical low: $0.08
(Mar 2026)
Additional Information
🏆
Achievements
16
total achievements
Featured:
First Death
A Hundred Games Played
🇧🇷
DEJUS Rating
l
Brazilian rating
🇩🇪
Steam Germany
6
German classification
🆘
Support
🎁
Purchase Options
1
package options
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About This Game
Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!
Detailed Description
FLY THE ULTIMATE STEALTH JETCOPTER!
Tiger-Heli marked a revolutionary moment in 1985 as Toaplan's pioneering bomb-based vertical shooter, a true innovator of its time. Despite its unassuming appearance, its lifelike gameplay resonated with fans, earning widespread acclaim in Japan and around the globe. Its legacy lived on through Twin Cobra, released just two years later, and even today it remains a cherished gem among retro gaming enthusiasts worldwide.
"Under the relentless onslaught of a war-mongering nation, we face a dire and final stand at sunrise. These fanatics are resolute in their mission to conquer all they encounter, and thus far, they have triumphed in this brutal conflict."
ORIGINAL GAME FEATURES:
- Experience the game that laid the foundation for vertical bomb-shooters, a timeless piece of retro gaming gold.
- Collect various items and power-ups to bolster your arsenal, including health, cluster bombs, and nimble mini-jetcopters to secure victory.
- Hunt for bonus points by targeting hidden spots and blazing race cars. Keep your eyes peeled to make sure you don't miss a thing!
QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS:
- Minimal Input Lag: Emulation, input processing, and rendering all complete on the same frame.
- Quick Save using F1-F10, Reload with Shift+ F1-F10
- Online leaderboards for Single Credit, No Assist, and Assisted plays.
- Instrument panels with extra gameplay information and artwork.
- Rewind the game between 10-18 minutes, depending on the action.
- Capture sharable replays to immortalize your interstellar victories (or funny moments).
- Assist Features such as auto-fire at multiple rates.
- Very Easy Mode: Lower the difficulty to breeze through the adventure.
- Pixel perfect or full-screen scaling in windowed or full-screen mode.
- Rotate the gameplay in 90-degree increments.
- Steam Achievements
- Choose between Raw Input on Windows or Steam Input.
- Hone your skills in the ultra customizable practice mode!
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are currently playing Tiger Heli?
0 players are currently in-game on Steam.
Is Tiger Heli free to play?
Tiger Heli costs $0.08 on Steam.
What genre is Tiger Heli?
Tiger Heli is a Action game.
Who developed Tiger Heli?
Tiger Heli was developed by Bitwave Games and published by Clear River Games.
What platforms does Tiger Heli support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.
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