Star Blazer
Star Blazer is a horizontally scrolling shooter programmed by Tony Suzuki for the Apple II and published by Broderbund Software in 1982. A version for Atari 8-bit computers was released in 1983 as Sky Blazer.
Also recorded as Sky Blazer
Star Blazer
- Date
- 1982
- Genre
- shoot 'em up
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Key facts
• Title — Star Blazer • Released — 1982: Apple II 1983: Atari, MSX, VIC-20 • Designer — Tony Suzuki • Publisher — Broderbund • Platforms — Apple II, Atari 8-bit, MSX, VIC-20 • Genre — Scrolling shooter
Gameplay
Gameplay
Star Blazer is a game in which the player is the Star Blazer, fighting back against the oppressive Bungeling Empire.
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Reception
Barry Gittleman reviewed the game for Computer Gaming World, and stated that "The game is enjoyable for almost all gaming types. The only disappointment is the sudden ending after that terrific build-up. Star-Blazer must be seen to be truly appreciated."
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- 1.Hague, James. The Giant List of Classic Game Programmers.
- 2.Sky Blazer. Atari Mania.
- 3.Gittleman, Barry. Mission 5 - Complete: Star Blazer Review. Computer Gaming World. 1. 6. 11, 44. September–October 1982.
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