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1986PC

A classic 1986 vertical space shooter in which you pilot a fighter against a hostile artificial intelligence. Eight special weapons and fast arcade action define the experience.

  • Shooting and gunplay
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Strong soundtrack
  • Action-packed real-time combat
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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Zanac special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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1983USK 6Xbox

Brings what grabs you about Zanac: good gunplay, a strong soundtrack and a sci-fi setting.

A classic Konami arcade shooter where you rotate your ship around the edge of the screen, blasting waves of enemies that swoop in from the center. Known for its tube-shooter design and its memorable Bach-based soundtrack.

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