Summary
- Release Year: 1996
- Genres: Arcade, Shooter
- Platforms: DOS, Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Apogee Software
- Publishers: Apogee Software
Stargunner (1996)
Stargunner is a vertically scrolling shoot ’em up arcade game developed by Kaneko and released in 1996. The game is set in the distant future, where the people of Zile are preparing to attack the nearby planet Ytima. The Ytimians have trained an elite squad of “Stargunners” to defend their planet. Players control a Stargunner ship and must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and bosses to reach the Zilion home planet and destroy their fleet.
Stargunner is a classic arcade shoot ’em up with fast-paced gameplay, challenging levels, and catchy music. The game’s graphics are simple but effective, and the gameplay is reminiscent of classic arcade games like Gradius and R-Type.
Gameplay
Stargunner is a vertically scrolling shoot ’em up game. Players control a Stargunner ship and must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and bosses. The game features a variety of different enemy types, each with their own unique attack patterns. Players must use their ship’s weapons and abilities to defeat the enemy ships and progress through the game.
The Stargunner ship has a variety of different weapons and abilities. The ship’s main weapon is a forward-firing laser. The ship can also fire a spread shot, which fires lasers in a wider arc. The ship can also use a variety of bombs and special weapons to attack enemies.
In addition to its weapons, the Stargunner ship also has a variety of different abilities. The ship can use a shield to protect itself from enemy fire. The ship can also use a speed boost to increase its speed. The ship can also use a warp ability to teleport to different parts of the screen.
Levels
Stargunner features a total of six different levels. Each level is set in a different environment, such as space, a planet’s surface, and inside a spaceship. The levels are filled with a variety of different enemy ships and bosses.
The first level is set in space. The player must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and asteroids. The level also features a boss fight against a large spaceship.
The second level is set on the surface of a planet. The player must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and ground units. The level also features a boss fight against a giant robot.
The third level is set inside a spaceship. The player must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and turrets. The level also features a boss fight against a giant laser cannon.
The fourth level is set in space. The player must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and asteroids. The level also features a boss fight against a giant spaceship.
The fifth level is set on the surface of a planet. The player must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and ground units. The level also features a boss fight against a giant robot.
The sixth and final level is set in space. The player must battle their way through waves of enemy ships and asteroids. The level also features a boss fight against the final boss of the game.
Bosses
Stargunner features a variety of different bosses. Each boss has its own unique attack patterns and weaknesses. Players must learn the attack patterns of each boss and use their ship’s weapons and abilities to defeat them.
The first boss is a large spaceship. The boss fires a variety of lasers and missiles. The player must use their ship’s shield to protect themselves from the boss’s attacks and use their ship’s weapons to damage the boss.
The second boss is a giant robot. The boss fires a variety of lasers and missiles. The player must use their ship’s shield to protect themselves from the boss’s attacks and use their ship’s weapons to damage the boss.
The third boss is a giant laser cannon. The boss fires a powerful laser beam. The player must use their ship’s shield to protect themselves from the boss’s attacks and use their ship’s weapons to damage the boss.
The fourth boss is a large spaceship. The boss fires a variety of lasers and missiles. The player must use their ship’s shield to protect themselves from the boss’s attacks and use their ship’s weapons to damage the boss.
The fifth boss is a giant robot. The boss fires a variety of lasers and missiles. The player must use their ship’s shield to protect themselves from the boss’s attacks and use their ship’s weapons to damage the boss.
The final boss is a large spaceship. The boss fires a variety of lasers and missiles. The player must use their ship’s shield to protect themselves from the boss’s attacks and use their ship’s weapons to damage the boss.
Conclusion
Stargunner is a classic arcade shoot ’em up game that still holds up today. The game’s fast-paced gameplay, challenging levels, and catchy music make it a must-play for fans of the genre. If you’re looking for a classic arcade shoot ’em up game to play, then you need to check out Stargunner.
Review Score
8/10
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