Baltron is set in the space year of 2999, where the powerful Bismark Empire is planning to launch an attack on planet Earth. The empire's first step will be to occupy a small planet named Star Lenion, using it as a base for their main assault on Earth.
Baltron features gameplay similar to a scrolling horizontal shooter, with players controlling the fastest Earth starship, Gistorias , as it battles enemy forces. The ship can attack enemies with its laser and air-to-ground bombs, and also has a flash smart bomb that clears the screen of enemies. Gistorias can move in both directions, change speed, and use a warp boost to escape danger.
Players must monitor Gistorias ' fuel gauge, making sure it doesn't run out. Fuel can be replenished by picking up fuel containers. The game requires skill and quick reflexes to succeed.
Baltron was released on the Famicom in 1986 for release date March 19th.