sku_u Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 There were a lot of space themed games released for the VCS (Space Invaders, Moon Patrol, etc...) I was wondering what some of your favorites are? Here's a few of my favorites: Communist Mutants From Space--Since I started playing this game, I can'y stop. Moon Patrol--IMHO one of the best ports of this game was on the VCS. Space Invaders--always a classic. Defender II--I was really impressed with this title when it first came out. Much harder than Defender and more entertaining. Galaxian--not bad considering the limitations of the VCS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian M Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 I'm currently into THRUST+ (Platinum edition). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjk7382 Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 I like the 8bit Moon Patrol better than the 2600's. But I too like thrust for a space themed game, but there is also Solaris, Demon Attack, and many other good ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christophero Sly Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Asteroids Gyruss Gravitar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StanJr Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Solaris, weeee! And I WILL beat it. Soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elviticus Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Megamania is an all time favorite !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moycon Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 E.T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 I'm currently into THRUST+ (Platinum edition). Good luck! And a lot of patience! Back to topic: Starmaster Cosmic Ark Asteroids Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shep Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Asteroids and Galaxian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATARIPITBULL Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Asteroids, Moonpatrol, Phoenix and Stargate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susuwatari Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 HSW would be rolling in his grave because no one mentioned Yars Revenge! Oh wait, he's not dead? Yars' Revenge Solaris Space Invader Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minorleagueguy Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Gotta be M-Networks Star Strike! minorleagueguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chadivision Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Backfire!!!! (A little shameless self promotion never hurt anyone.) Seriously, I would have to say Yars Revenge. I have always thought it's one of the most enjoyable games for the 2600. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Tyler Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Starmaster: Star Raiders lite you might say, but still fun! Moonsweeper: A unique game that's fun in it's own way! Solaris: Addictive, ain't it! I wish I had it when I was younger! Space Invaders: Can't forget this oldie but goodie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elviticus Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Backfire!!!! (A little shameless self promotion never hurt anyone.) Seriously, I would have to say Yars Revenge. I have always thought it's one of the most enjoyable games for the 2600. Self promotion or not - I just got Backfire, I LIKE IT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeybastard Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Thrust+ Yars Revenge Moonsweeper Laser Gates Moon Patrol Planet Patrol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The MilkMan Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Starmaster, thats a good one. But my all time favorite is Activision's Space Shuttle! Least favorite, Space War. Bleh. Granted, I only played it a couple times. So my judgement may be a little hasty. But from what I did play ...bleh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chadivision Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 I want to change my answer. I completely forgot about Space Shuttle. Yars Revenge was cool, but Space Shuttle was really great. It's still one of my favorites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjk7382 Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Laser Gates I forgot about laser gates. I love this game even though I don't own the cartrige, I play this one more than any other thru my SC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inky Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 My favorite would be Buck Rogers. I can play this thing for hours on end and not get bored with it! Second would be Stargate Starmaster Space Attack And Phoenix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nesfanboy86 Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 i loved astrosmash! i just love seeing the background change colors! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamerz Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 E.T. My favorite would have to be Yar's Revenge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottHuggins Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Laser Gates is the best IMHO. Astrosmash is a great one too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian M Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 Laser Gates is the best IMHO. Oh, you are so right! I completely forgot about Laser Gates...one of the best shooters on the VCS, hands down! Anyone ever finished it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NE146 Posted January 16, 2004 Share Posted January 16, 2004 What 80's videogame ISN'T space based I can name off a couple dozen favorites in a heartbeat, but the one 2600 game that comes to mind that makes me think of space and flying through it 'cooly' is.... MOONSWEEPER! 'Course that perspective will probably change again in a couple months as it always has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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