Tiger-Heli 7800
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Tiger-Heli 7800
Tiger-Heli 7800
Tiger-Heli 7800
Tiger-Heli 7800
Tiger-Heli 7800
Tiger-Heli 7800

Tiger-Heli 7800

Regular price $32.99 Sale price $32.99
Regular price $32.99
ESRB Rating
Mild Fantasy Violence

Defend the skies in a challenging, 7800 adaptation of an arcade classic. This vertically scrolling shooter game was first released in 1985 as an arcade game, and has been ported to numerous other consoles, but never an Atari… until now. You’re in command of a highly-maneuverable helicopter with a mission to destroy enemies and collect points. Fly through 4 vertical stages and collect Mini-Helis along the way to boost your firepower.



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AN ARCADE CLASSIC ON ATARI CONSOLES FOR THE FIRST TIME

Defend the skies in a challenging, 7800 adaptation of an arcade classic. This vertically scrolling shooter game was first released in 1985 as an arcade game, and became a hit thanks to its fun, challenging gameplay and detailed graphics. Though Tiger-Heli has been ported to numerous other consoles, it never made its way onto an Atari console until now. Fly across 4 challenging stages and destroy 12 different enemy vehicles and infrastructure as you rack up your high score.

You have been given command of the Tiger-Heli chopper, one of the most advanced pieces of equipment available, with orders to take down a rogue nation plotting worldwide destruction. Maneuver your chopper over dangerous terrain with hostile fire trained on your position. Cripple their defensive capabilities with blasters and bombs to rack up as many points as possible. Recruit Mini-Helis to fly at your side to double your firepower. Your goal is to make it through four stages into the heavily fortified military base known as the Mega-Fortress.

CONSOLE COMPATIBILITY: Atari 7800/7800+, Atari 2600+

CONTROLLER COMPATIBILITY: : New Atari CX78+ Gamepad or original 7800 Proline Joystick (2-button controller required)

PLAYERS: 1 Player

COLLECTIBLE PACKAGING: 40th Anniversary Edition. Full-color manual included.

©TATSUJIN Co., Ltd. © 2025 Atari Interactive, Inc. TOAPLAN is a trademark of TATSUJIN Co., Ltd. ATARI and the ATARI logo are trademarks of Atari Interactive, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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- Game Cartridge
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- Full-Color Gameplay Manual

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RECRUIT MINI-HELIS TO FIGHT WITH YOU

As you fly through the skies, you can collect Mini-Helis to fly alongside your Tiger-Heli. Mini-Helis fire when you fire, adding much-needed power to your arsenal.

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AN ARCADE CLASSIC COMES TO THE 7800

A favorite in arcades across the country, this is the first time that Tiger-Heli has been available on an Atari console. Though the game has been ported to other consoles, this will be its Atari debut.

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ATARI+ PLATFORM

Atari+ Platform games and accessories are backward and forward compatible. Consoles, accessories, and games work together and are also compatible with most original accessories and cartridges.

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Nate H.

Great port of a classic. Worth the money. I hope Atari releases more 7800 cartridges!

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Anonymous
Great port of a classic shooter

Great port of a classic shooter. Beter than previous ports to other systems.

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KL
Tiger heli is among, if not the best game ever

Tiger heli is among, if not the best game ever made for the 7800! The graphics are exceptional with the gameplay to match. This was a day one pre order for me and the wait was more than worth it. This game will allow for high score saves on the 2600+ or 7800+ ( with the correct firmware). Amazing feature! The 80s called and it’s time to compete with your best friend for the top score!

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Robert H.
A Fantastic Port of a Classic Game!

Tiger-Heli is a very Nostalgic game for me, it was one of my early favorites on my NES. When I seen it was ported to the Atari 7800 in 2025, I had to have it. After playing it, I can say that it's definitely better than the NES version! It looks and sounds amazing! A much more arcade accurate port! If you own an Atari 7800, or a modern 2600+/7800+, then you need Tiger-Heli in your collection! Excellent work by Atari getting this amazing classic added to it's library!

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Phil F.
Awesome

So great to get modern rereleases of these classics

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D.C.

100% great delivery and enjoyed the games. No squashed boxes at all.

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sramirez2008
A no doubt, must-have shooter!

A must have shooter for the 7800/7800+ consoles. This is an excellent port of the arcade coin-op by TOAPLAN, and I can't recommend this game enough.

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Anonymous
Difficult but fun game

Difficult but fun game.

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Anonymous
Very fun game

Very fun game. Great sound effects as well.

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Anonymous
Super fun game blowing stuff up

Super fun game blowing stuff up. One of my favorites for the system.

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Douglas T.
Great game

Great game, purchasing was very easy.

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RetrografX
Ridiculously good.

Fantastic port of a Toaplan classic.
Just please keep serving games if this quality, and I will fork over my money.

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Davidmt
Classic arcade fun!

I'd say this is the best "new" title that has come out for the 7800, which is saying a lot. Really didn't think the 7800 was capable of doing this!

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Chris a.
Really fun game! Play exactly like the arcade version

Really fun game! Play exactly like the arcade version.

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Doctorsquats
Fantastic Toaplan shmup!

First of all, I love that new 7800 cartridges are being produced. That said, as a Toaplan and shmup fan, I had to grab Tiger Heli, despite owning the M2 Shottriggers collection. The 7800 version is great, it really puts the NES version to shame. Smooth gameplay, good music, and great playability especially when using a Genesis controller. Pure shmup bliss. Pick this up, you won't be disappointed!

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Drvern
It's a Brand New Game!

I'm still in shock that there are New Releases in 2025 for the Atari 7800. THIS One is Amazing. Far superior to the NES version of this game. Great Arcade Port and a ton of FUN. Instant contender for Best Atari SHMUP. Get this in your collection immediately.

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Jared M.
Such a great game! I lot of fun playing it on the 2600+

Such a great game! I lot of fun playing it on the 2600+.

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Rexlind
Awesome game lots of fun and challenging

Awesome game lots of fun and challenging.

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Willpowerdc
Best 7800 game ever!

This is easily the best 7800 game ever! It's hard at first but the fun really begins when you pickup additional helis. Impressive graphics and soundtrack - looking forward to more Toaplan games.

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Rex
Great graphics nicely done

Great graphics nicely done. Please keep them coming.

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Anti-CMOS
Good and hard!

Great game, but has no difficulty settings and it's very hard. Players be warned. There is 4 levels here, but you'll be lucky to make it out of 1... Anyway back on mission I go, wish me luck.

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Daniel R.
Magical Port

This is the third recent version of this game I own, alongside the M2 Switch version and the Bitwave Switch version. I cannot believe how well the game was done on 7800+, given the hardware limitations. Yes, it's a 1984 arcade game, but have you played the NES port?

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Anonymous
Awesome shooter

Great version of this arcade classic now on the Atari!

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Anonymous
Wow!

Never thought I’d see this on the 7800. What a great version on par with the NES Classic.

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Marc F.

I purchased a few games with my Pac-Man Atrari system and Tiger-Heli is fine. Not my favorite of the bunch, but it's not bad either.

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Eric J.
Fun & challenging

Super fun game, and quite challenging. I played lots of Twin Cobra on the NES back in the day, and this takes me back. Very glad it was released for the 7800!

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Kristopher T.
Top-Tier Toaplan greatness

I am a big fan of both the 7800 and Shmups. If you feel the same way, you owe it to yourself to pick up this game. This is a fantastic version of Tiger-Heli that really shows the untapped potential of the 7800. Fast action, awesome sound, great graphics come together to create an all around amazing game. I play on an original 7800, and it works perfectly.

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Imstarryeyed
Amazing conversion of the game

Amazing conversion of the game. Highly recommended!

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Marcio C.
jogo

chegou tudo certinho ainda não joguei mas vou jogar

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Joel H.
Tiger Heli gets the love it deserves!!

I was so excited to see this announcement and pre-ordered two copies of this game and upon receiving them, they totally delivered

This is such an iconic title and such a historic piece of video gaming history as I believe it was the first vertical shooter to ever implement an enemy clearing bomb attack!!

In my opinion, this is the best at home version of this game. Great job team!!

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james j.
tiger helicopter

Very good game,plays well

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Matthew S.
Brand new 7800 game brings the heat

If you like stumps, this one is for you! Fast challenging gameplay, top of the line graphics for the 7800 and works very good with the new wireless 7800 game pad.

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Anonymous
One of the best 7800 games I’ve played

One of the best 7800 games I’ve played.

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