Game Details
Gyruss
Genres: Shooter
Released on: Atari 8-bit, Atari 5200
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Parker Brothers
Themes: Science fiction
Game Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
| Platform | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Atari 5200 | June 01, 1984 |
| Atari 8-bit | June 01, 1984 |
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About:
Port of "Gyruss" for Atari 8-bit and 5200.
Story:
Three billion miles is a long way from home. But there's no shorter route from outer Neptune to Earth. As if that weren't enough...it's got to be a shoot-out all the way. You alone in your rapid-firing spaceship, swirling in a circular flight pattern...orbiting to the right...arcing to the left...trying to mow down wave after wave of enemy plane formations, rocketing meteors and run-away satellites. Stops at Uranus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars will mark your progression towards Earth. Each one's a short visit, though. Then it's off again to the next planet--and the next wave of enemies. Reach Earth in one piece and maybe you'll think twice about leaving home. Then again...maybe not!