Friday, 11 October 2024

Centipede (Atari 5200 review)

Developer: Atari
Publisher: Atari
Released: 1983

Centipede is an action game that first saw release in the Arcade in 1981.

+ Plays brilliantly with the Trak-Ball controller and it responds with swift precision to your every movement.

+ Fun multitasking element, as the mushrooms make it seem like you're fighting against the environment, as well as foes.

+ Giant spider makes the bottom of the screen feel claustrophobic, and the scorpions at the top add a risk-reward element.

+ Awesome SFX mimic the Arcade original well, and the game keeps your high score visible while the console is switched on.

+ Allows for two-player competitive gameplay and the bragging rights associated with gaining the best point total.

+ While you can shoot individual sparks, a rapid fire option is available to make longer play sessions more comfortable.

- Difficulty ramps up rather quickly (even when selecting the Easy mode), which might deter some casual players.


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