Summary
- Release Year: 1994
- Genres: Arcade, Shooter
- Platforms: Amiga, Amiga CD32, DOS
- Developers: Bloodhouse, Housemarque
- Publishers: GameTek, Inc., Team17
Super Stardust (1994): A Retrospective on a Classic Arcade Shooter
Released in 1994, Super Stardust is a vertically scrolling shoot-’em-up arcade game developed by Team17 and published by Psygnosis. It was originally released for the Amiga and Amiga CD32, and was later ported to the PC in 1996. Super Stardust is widely regarded as one of the best shoot-’em-ups ever made, and is still enjoyed by retro gamers today.
Gameplay
Super Stardust is a vertically scrolling shoot-’em-up in which the player controls a starship that can move in all directions. The player’s ship is equipped with a variety of weapons, including lasers, missiles, and bombs. The player must use these weapons to destroy waves of enemies, including asteroids, alien ships, and bosses.
Super Stardust is known for its fast-paced, intense gameplay. The player’s ship is constantly moving, and the player must constantly be firing to stay alive. The game also features a variety of power-ups that can help the player, such as shields, speed boosts, and weapon upgrades.
Graphics and Sound
Super Stardust is one of the most visually impressive Amiga games ever made. The game features vibrant colors, detailed animations, and smooth scrolling. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, and helps to create a sense of atmosphere and excitement.
Reception
Super Stardust was a critical and commercial success. The game received rave reviews from critics, and was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and sound. Super Stardust was also a commercial success, and sold over 500,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Super Stardust is still considered one of the best shoot-’em-ups ever made. The game has been ported to a variety of platforms, including the PlayStation, Sega Saturn, and Nintendo Switch. Super Stardust has also been included in several retro game compilations.
Super Stardust 96
In 1996, Team17 released Super Stardust 96, an updated version of the original game. Super Stardust 96 features new levels, new enemies, and new bosses. The game also features improved graphics and sound. Super Stardust 96 is considered to be the definitive version of the game, and is still enjoyed by retro gamers today.
Conclusion
Super Stardust is a classic arcade shooter that is still enjoyed by retro gamers today. The game’s fast-paced, intense gameplay, stunning graphics, and excellent sound make it a must-play for any fan of shoot-’em-ups.
Additional Information
- Super Stardust was developed by Team17, a British video game development company.
- Super Stardust was published by Psygnosis, a British video game publisher.
- Super Stardust was released in arcades in 1994.
- Super Stardust was released for the Amiga and Amiga CD32 in 1994.
- Super Stardust was released for the PC in 1996.
- Super Stardust was ported to the PlayStation in 1997.
- Super Stardust was ported to the Sega Saturn in 1998.
- Super Stardust was ported to the Nintendo Switch in 2018.
- Super Stardust has been included in several retro game compilations, including the Amiga Classics Collection and the Psygnosis Classics Collection.
Review Score
9.5/10
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