Summary
- Release Year: 1981
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: Odyssey 2 / Videopac G7000
- Developers: Magnavox
- Publishers: Magnavox
UFO! (1981): A Retro Arcade Classic
UFO! is a classic arcade game released in 1981 by Midway Games. It is a fixed shooter game similar to Atari’s Asteroids, but with some unique features that set it apart.
The player controls an Earth Federation Cruiser, patrolling an area of space that is teeming with X-shaped UFOs. The player’s ship is armed with a laser and a force field that gives it some protection. The goal of the game is to destroy as many UFOs as possible while avoiding being hit by their fire.
The UFOs in UFO! come in two varieties: regular UFOs and Hunter-Killer UFOs. Regular UFOs are slow and easy to destroy, but they can fire a deadly beam weapon. Hunter-Killer UFOs are faster and more aggressive than regular UFOs, and they can fire a powerful laser beam.
In addition to the UFOs, the player must also contend with Light-Speed Starships. These starships are incredibly fast and powerful, and they can quickly destroy the player’s ship if they are not careful.
UFO! is a challenging game, but it is also a lot of fun. The gameplay is fast-paced and exciting, and the graphics are simple but effective. If you are a fan of retro arcade games, or if you just want to try something different, I highly recommend UFO!
Gameplay
UFO! is a fixed shooter game, meaning that the player’s ship is固定在一个位置. The player can move the ship left and right, and can fire lasers in any direction. The player’s ship is also equipped with a force field that can absorb some damage.
The goal of the game is to destroy as many UFOs as possible while avoiding being hit by their fire. The player scores points for each UFO that they destroy. The game ends when the player’s ship is destroyed.
There are two types of UFOs in UFO!: regular UFOs and Hunter-Killer UFOs. Regular UFOs are slow and easy to destroy, but they can fire a deadly beam weapon. Hunter-Killer UFOs are faster and more aggressive than regular UFOs, and they can fire a powerful laser beam.
In addition to the UFOs, the player must also contend with Light-Speed Starships. These starships are incredibly fast and powerful, and they can quickly destroy the player’s ship if they are not careful.
Scoring
The player scores points for each UFO that they destroy. The number of points awarded depends on the type of UFO that is destroyed.
- Regular UFO: 100 points
- Hunter-Killer UFO: 200 points
- Light-Speed Starship: 500 points
Power-Ups
There are two power-ups that can be collected in UFO!:
- Speed Boost: This power-up increases the speed of the player’s ship.
- Force Field: This power-up increases the strength of the player’s force field.
Tips for Playing UFO!
Here are a few tips for playing UFO!:
- Use your force field wisely. Your force field can absorb some damage, but it will eventually be depleted. Be sure to use it wisely, and only when you need it.
- Be careful of Light-Speed Starships. Light-Speed Starships are incredibly fast and powerful. If you see one, be sure to avoid it at all costs.
- Collect power-ups. Power-ups can give you a significant advantage in the game. Be sure to collect them whenever you can.
- Practice makes perfect. The best way to get good at UFO! is to practice. The more you play, the better you will become.
Conclusion
UFO! is a classic arcade game that still holds up today. It is a simple game to learn, but it is challenging to master. The graphics are simple, but they are effective, and the gameplay is addictive. If you are a fan of retro games, or if you just want to try something different, I highly recommend UFO!
Review Score
8/10
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