Galaga
Released in 1981 on Arcade, shooter.
- Year: 1981
- Platform: Arcade
- Genre: Shooter
- Developer: Namco
Overview
The sequel to Galaxian added tractor beam captures, challenging stages and the dual fighter risk reward play. It became a permanent fixture of arcades and bar corners for four decades and remains among the most recognized fixed shooters, with high score tournaments running to this day.
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