Summary
- Release Year: 1981
- Genres: Arcade, Shooter
- Platforms: Apple II, Atari 8-bit, FM-7, PC-8800 Series
- Developers: Cavalier Computer
- Publishers: Comptiq
Bug Attack (1981)
Bug Attack is a classic arcade game released in 1981 by Midway Games. It is a variant of the popular game Centipede, but with some key differences. In Bug Attack, the player controls a ship that moves along the bottom of the screen, firing at bugs that crawl down from the top. The bugs come in different colors and sizes, and each type of bug has its own unique behavior.
One of the things that makes Bug Attack unique is the way the bugs move. Unlike in Centipede, where the bugs move in a straight line, the bugs in Bug Attack can move in any direction. This makes them much more difficult to hit, and it adds to the challenge of the game.
Another difference between Bug Attack and Centipede is the way the player’s ship fires. In Centipede, the player’s ship can only fire in one direction. In Bug Attack, the player’s ship can fire in eight directions. This gives the player more flexibility in attacking the bugs, but it also makes it more difficult to avoid being hit by enemy fire.
Bug Attack was a popular game in arcades, and it was also ported to a number of home computers. It is still enjoyed by retro gamers today, and it is considered to be one of the best Centipede variants ever made.
Gameplay
The goal of Bug Attack is to destroy all of the bugs on the screen. The player controls a ship that moves along the bottom of the screen. The ship can fire in eight directions, and it can also drop bombs.
The bugs come in different colors and sizes. Each type of bug has its own unique behavior. The smaller bugs are faster and more agile than the larger bugs, but they are also easier to kill. The larger bugs are slower and less agile, but they can take more hits before they are destroyed.
The player must use their ship’s firepower and bombs to destroy the bugs. The player can also use the ship’s shield to protect themselves from enemy fire.
Scoring
The player scores points for destroying bugs. The number of points awarded for each bug depends on the size and color of the bug. The player also scores points for collecting power-ups.
Power-ups
There are a number of power-ups that can help the player in Bug Attack. These power-ups include:
- Speed: Increases the speed of the player’s ship.
- Firepower: Increases the firepower of the player’s ship.
- Bombs: Gives the player a limited number of bombs.
- Shield: Protects the player’s ship from enemy fire.
Enemies
There are a number of different types of enemies in Bug Attack. These enemies include:
- Bugs: The most common enemy in the game. Bugs come in different colors and sizes, and each type of bug has its own unique behavior.
- Scorpions: Scorpions are larger and more powerful than bugs. They can also fire projectiles at the player.
- Spiders: Spiders are fast and agile enemies. They can also climb walls and ceilings.
- Fleas: Fleas are small and difficult to hit. They can also jump over the player’s ship.
Bosses
There are two bosses in Bug Attack. The first boss is a large centipede. The second boss is a giant spider.
Legacy
Bug Attack was a popular game in arcades, and it was also ported to a number of home computers. It is still enjoyed by retro gamers today, and it is considered to be one of the best Centipede variants ever made.
Bug Attack has been praised for its challenging gameplay, its colorful graphics, and its catchy music. It is a classic arcade game that is still enjoyed by gamers today.
Review Score
8/10
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