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Planet Smashers: A7800 Shooter

ATARI 7800
Shooter
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Planet Smashers is a vertically scrolling shooter that hit the Atari 7800 in 1990, very late in the console's life. Developed by Datafast Computer Systems and published by Atari Corporation, it shares some code with Atari's own Alien Brigade, which was being worked on around the same time. This isn't a hack or a prototype - it's a full retail release, though one that didn't make much of a splash given the 7800's declining market presence by then.

GAME INFO

Platform: ATARI 7800
Genre: Shooter
Publisher: Atari Corporation
Developer: Datafast Computer Systems
Released: 1990
Players: 1
Region: USA

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Getting Started

When you start Planet Smashers, you pilot a small ship that moves in four directions across a scrolling starfield. Enemies appear from the top and sides, and your goal is to shoot them while dodging their fire. The core loop is straightforward: survive each wave of enemies, collect any power-ups that appear, and rack up a high score. There's no story to worry about - just blast everything that moves.

Because this is a late-era Atari 7800 shooter, the pace is steady but not frantic. Use the Arrow Keys to steer your ship, press the assigned fire button (S by default) to shoot, and keep an eye on your ship's position to avoid getting cornered. There are no complicated mechanics - it's pure arcade-style action. If you die, you restart the level, so learning enemy patterns is the key to progress.

CONTROLS

Controls

Arrow Keys: Joystick
X: Button 1
S: Button 2
Enter: Pause
V: Select

Planet Smashers FAQ

Is there anything iconic or memorable about Planet Smashers?

It's notable for sharing code with Atari's own Alien Brigade, which was developed around the same time. That connection makes it a curiosity for collectors who study the 7800's library, though the game itself is a fairly straightforward shooter without standout innovations.

What type of game is Planet Smashers?

A vertically scrolling shooter - you pilot a ship, dodge enemy fire, and shoot down waves of alien craft. The action is continuous and score-driven, typical of the arcade-inspired shooters on the Atari 7800.

Does Planet Smashers have a multiplayer or co-op mode?

No, it's strictly a single-player experience. There is no option for a second player to join in, either simultaneously or in turns.

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