Solar Striker (GB) (Solar Striker (GB))

Member Name: thole09

Product:	Solar Striker (GB)
Date:	11/04/09 (38 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Gameplay

Disadvantages: Dated Audio/Video

"Solar Striker" is a video game released for the Gameboy console in 1990 by Nintendo. It is one of the more primitive Gameboy titles having been released shortly after the console's development. While the game was released for the original Gameboy, I have found it to be working on the later Color console. I did not immediately note an age rating but would see this as suitable for all ages.

The game is a top-down action title wherein the player must pilot a space craft and eliminate all enemies. It bears a similar resemblance to "Galaga" of the early 1980s. Enemies will appear from the top portion of the screen as the player occupies the bottom, and the piloted space craft is equipped with a simple weapon to shoot and remove enemy craft from play. It is a simple title in terms of actual gameplay but does feature very quick paced rounds which can become difficult as the player progresses.

Graphics are presented through a series of line segments to create very simple visual effects. The detailing is rather good considering the year of release and does not boast any obvious graphical fault. The audio is likewise very dated and features numerous beeps and other effects to accompany the player. The general feel is that of a very early free standing arcade game.

It is difficult to gauge this game's suitability to a prospective buyer. The retail price is generally non existent in the present marketplace and can widely be found on various auction websites for very low prices (under £1). I do personally enjoy the "vintage" gameplay presented here but wouldn't suggest this as a regularly enjoyed game.

Summary: Thumbs in the middle