Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Arcade, Simulator
- Platforms: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Incredible Technologies
- Publishers: Epyx
Snow Strike (1990): A Classic Arcade Shoot-Em-Up
Snow Strike is a classic arcade shoot-em-up that was released in 1990. The game was developed by Toaplan and published by Taito. It is a vertically scrolling shooter in which the player controls an F14-LBC “Rapier” fighter jet on a series of air-to-air and air-to-ground missions.
The game is set in a fictional world where a terrorist organization known as the Red Army has seized control of a number of nuclear weapons. The player must fly their F14-LBC “Rapier” fighter jet on a series of missions to destroy the Red Army’s labs, bomb their refineries, and stop their convoys.
Snow Strike is a challenging and rewarding shoot-em-up that offers a variety of gameplay modes and features. The game’s visuals are impressive for its time, and the soundtrack is catchy and memorable. Snow Strike is a must-play for fans of classic arcade shoot-em-ups.
Gameplay
Snow Strike is a vertically scrolling shoot-em-up in which the player controls an F14-LBC “Rapier” fighter jet. The player’s goal is to destroy the Red Army’s labs, bomb their refineries, and stop their convoys.
The game features a variety of different enemy types, including fighters, bombers, and tanks. The player must use their F14-LBC “Rapier”‘s cannons and missiles to destroy the enemy forces. The player can also collect power-ups to increase their firepower and speed.
Snow Strike offers a variety of different gameplay modes, including:
- Arcade Mode: The player must complete a series of levels to progress through the game.
- Score Attack Mode: The player must score as many points as possible to compete for a high score.
- Time Attack Mode: The player must complete a level within a certain time limit.
- Boss Rush Mode: The player must defeat a series of bosses in a row.
Graphics and Sound
Snow Strike’s graphics are impressive for its time. The game’s backgrounds are detailed and colorful, and the enemy sprites are well-animated. The game’s soundtrack is also catchy and memorable.
Reception
Snow Strike was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its challenging gameplay, impressive visuals, and catchy soundtrack. Snow Strike is considered to be one of the best arcade shoot-em-ups of all time.
Legacy
Snow Strike has been ported to a number of different platforms, including the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, the Sega Genesis, and the PlayStation 2. The game has also been released on a number of compilation discs.
Snow Strike has inspired a number of other shoot-em-ups, including Toaplan’s own Batsugun (1993) and Cave’s DoDonPachi (1997).
Conclusion
Snow Strike is a classic arcade shoot-em-up that offers a variety of gameplay modes and features. The game’s visuals are impressive for its time, and the soundtrack is catchy and memorable. Snow Strike is a must-play for fans of classic arcade shoot-em-ups.
Review Score
8/10
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