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Galaxian

1979 1-2 Players 82% Not Rated

Galaxian expanded on the formula pioneered by Space Invaders. As in the earlier game, Galaxian featured a horde of attacking aliens that exchanged shots with the player. In contrast to Space Invaders, Galaxian added an element of drama by having the aliens periodically make kamikaze-like dives at the player's ship, the Galaxip.

Release date
October 1, 1979
Developer
Namco
Publisher
Namco
Players
1-2

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Galaxian

Galaxian expanded on the formula pioneered by Space Invaders. As in the earlier game, Galaxian featured a horde of attacking aliens that exchanged shots with the player. In contrast to Space Invaders, Galaxian added an element of drama by having the aliens periodically make kamikaze-like dives at the player's ship, the Galaxip.

Genres

Shooter / Gallery

Modes

2-Player Alternating

Studios and credits

Developer
Namco
Publisher
Namco

Regional releases

Release date

WorldwideOctober 1, 1979 · Not Rated

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