Summary
- Release Year: 1977
- Genres: Arcade, Shooter
- Platforms: Arcade
- Developers: Atari
- Publishers: Atari, Video Games GmbH
Canyon Bomber (1977)
Canyon Bomber is a black-and-white arcade game developed and published by Atari in 1977. The game was ported to the Atari 2600 in 1978, with a few changes. The goal of the game is to drop bombs on rocks in a canyon, earning points for each rock destroyed. The game is over when the player misses three bombs in a row.
Canyon Bomber is a simple game, but it’s also a lot of fun. The gameplay is addictive, and the challenge is just right. The game is also visually appealing, with its black-and-white graphics and simple but effective sound effects.
Gameplay
Canyon Bomber is played from a top-down perspective. The player controls a blimp or biplane that flies over a canyon full of numbered, circular rocks. The player does not control the flight of the vehicles, but only presses a button to drop bombs.
The rocks are arranged in layers, and the player must drop bombs to destroy them. Each rock is labeled with the points given for destroying it. As the number of rocks is reduced, it becomes harder to hit them without missing.
The player has three lives. Each time the player drops a bomb without hitting a rock, they lose a life. The game is over when the player loses all three lives.
Scoring
The player earns points for destroying rocks. The number of points awarded for each rock is indicated on the rock itself. The player also earns bonus points for destroying multiple rocks with a single bomb.
The player’s score is displayed at the top of the screen. The player with the highest score at the end of the game wins.
Controls
The player controls Canyon Bomber with a single button. The button is used to drop bombs.
Ports
Canyon Bomber was ported to the Atari 2600 in 1978. The Atari 2600 version of the game is similar to the arcade version, but there are a few key differences.
- The Atari 2600 version of the game is in color.
- The Atari 2600 version of the game has a different visual style.
- The Atari 2600 version of the game has a different sound chip.
Legacy
Canyon Bomber is a classic arcade game that is still enjoyed by many people today. The game’s simple but addictive gameplay and challenging difficulty have made it a favorite of gamers for over 40 years.
Canyon Bomber has been ported to a number of different platforms over the years, including the Atari 2600, the Commodore 64, and the Apple II. The game is also available on a number of online gaming services.
Conclusion
Canyon Bomber is a great example of a classic arcade game. The game is simple to learn, but difficult to master. The game’s addictive gameplay and challenging difficulty have made it a favorite of gamers for over 40 years. If you’re a fan of classic arcade games, then you owe it to yourself to check out Canyon Bomber.
Review Score
8/10
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