Gradius
グラディウスArcade / Famicom / NES · 1985 · shooter
Available today
Playable on Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC), PS4 / PS5 via Nintendo Switch Online
What is Gradius?
The horizontal shooter that invented the power-up bar, letting you choose when to spend capsules. The Vic Viper and its Options start here.
Platform by platform
Gradius has been ported to current platforms. Here is where things stand platform by platform.
Is Gradius on Switch?
Yes. Gradius is playable on Nintendo Switch via Nintendo Switch Online as of July 2026.
Is Gradius on Steam?
Yes. Gradius is playable on Steam (PC) via Gradius — modern re-release as of July 2026.
Is Gradius on PlayStation?
Yes. Gradius is playable on PS4 / PS5 via Gradius — modern re-release as of July 2026.
Where it is sold
Nintendo Switch Online
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Sources
Last checked: 2026-07-19. Availability follows each official storefront's own listings and can change without notice.