The iPhone/iPod touch now has Strikers 1945 Plus. I am now similing.

Psikyo’s classic World War II vertical shooter devoured huge chunks of my meager Funcoland paychecks when I was in my early to mid 20s, which is sorta kinda sad when you ponder the fact that I worked in a game store only to blow my scraps on the dying arcade scene.

The shmup offers six fighter planes: the P-38 Lighting, Flying pan-cake, Spit fire, Zero fighter, Fiat, Ta152, and a hidden fighter, Ascender. Each plane has three methods of attack: basic ammo, an energy-charged attack, and bomb/support.

Besides the traditional old school twitch action, Strikers 1945 Plus features power ups that boost weapon strength and supporting fire during dogfights. In addition, each fighter will get different sub-weapons from each power-up.

All in all, it sounds like a very promising offering for mobile shooter fans. Check back soon for a full review.