Summary
- Release Year: 1986
- Genres: Platform, Shooter
- Platforms: Family Computer
- Developers: dB-SOFT Inc.
- Publishers: dB-SOFT Inc.
Layla (1986)
Layla is a 1986 arcade game developed by Compile and published by Taito. It is a side-scrolling shooter game in which the player controls Layla, a teenage special forces operative, as she fights her way through hordes of enemies to rescue her girlfriend Iris from the evil Dr. Manitoka.
Layla is notable for its unique setting and gameplay. The game is set in space, and the player must navigate through a variety of asteroid fields and enemy bases. Layla is armed with a variety of weapons, including a laser gun, a spread gun, and a homing missile launcher. She can also use a grappling hook to swing across gaps and climb walls.
The game is divided into five stages, each with its own unique boss. The first stage takes place in an asteroid field, and the player must fight off waves of enemy ships and asteroids. The second stage takes place inside an enemy base, and the player must navigate through a series of rooms and corridors, fighting off enemies and avoiding traps. The third stage takes place on a moving platform, and the player must avoid falling off while fighting off enemies. The fourth stage takes place in a space station, and the player must fight their way through a series of rooms and corridors, fighting off enemies and avoiding traps. The fifth and final stage takes place on Dr. Manitoka’s spaceship, and the player must fight their way to the bridge and defeat Dr. Manitoka in order to rescue Iris.
Layla was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered to be one of the best arcade games of its era. The game was praised for its unique setting and gameplay, as well as its beautiful graphics and catchy music. Layla has been ported to a number of home platforms, including the Nintendo Entertainment System, the Sega Master System, and the Commodore 64.
Gameplay
Layla is a side-scrolling shooter game in which the player controls Layla, a teenage special forces operative, as she fights her way through hordes of enemies to rescue her girlfriend Iris from the evil Dr. Manitoka. The game is divided into five stages, each with its own unique boss.
Layla is armed with a variety of weapons, including a laser gun, a spread gun, and a homing missile launcher. She can also use a grappling hook to swing across gaps and climb walls. The player must use Layla’s weapons and abilities to defeat enemies and progress through the game.
Setting
Layla is set in space, and the player must navigate through a variety of asteroid fields and enemy bases. The game’s setting is unique and visually appealing, and it helps to create a sense of atmosphere and immersion.
Characters
- Layla: The protagonist of the game, Layla is a teenage special forces operative who is on a mission to rescue her girlfriend Iris from the evil Dr. Manitoka. Layla is a skilled fighter and she is armed with a variety of weapons and abilities.
- Iris: Layla’s girlfriend, Iris has been kidnapped by Dr. Manitoka and is being held captive on his spaceship. Layla must fight her way through hordes of enemies in order to rescue Iris.
- Dr. Manitoka: The main antagonist of the game, Dr. Manitoka is a mad scientist who has kidnapped Iris and is using her for his own evil purposes. Layla must defeat Dr. Manitoka in order to rescue Iris and save the day.
Legacy
Layla was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered to be one of the best arcade games of its era. The game was praised for its unique setting and gameplay, as well as its beautiful graphics and catchy music. Layla has been ported to a number of home platforms, including the Nintendo Entertainment System, the Sega Master System, and the Commodore 64.
Layla is a classic arcade game that is still enjoyed by many people today. The game’s unique setting and gameplay make it a standout title, and it is a must-play for fans of arcade shooters.
Review Score
7.5/10
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