Originally launched in 1983 by Artic Computing, the fondly-remembered Galaxians pushed the boundaries of graphics and gameplay, showing gamers what the new breed of home microcomputers were capable of. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic is still gaining new fans four decades after its initial release.
This lovingly remastered version published by Pixel Games is highly faithful to the original, offering retro fans and casual gamers alike a chance to experience the same thrill as the first generation of players had back in the day. The game can be controlled via the on-screen touch zones that replicate the original keys, or by hooking up a compatible controller to your Android device.
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According to the original instructions:
The Game
Once again these fiendish aliens from the Planet ODD are on the rampage, attacking your home planet. You must fight to the death to protect your home.
Points may be scored as follows for destroying each Galaxian:
- Bottom 3 rows = 30 Points.
- 4th row = 40 Points
- 5th row = 50 Points
- Top row = 60 Points
Swooping Galaxians score double points.
GOOD LUCK!
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