1.0.2 Safe to install
ZANAC MSX: A Nostalgic Blast from the Past
ZANAC MSX delivers a thrilling retro gaming experience with its fast-paced shoot 'em up action, though modern gamers may find its difficulty curve challenging.
A classic retro game from the 80s has been brought back to life in the form of "ZANAC MSX." Originally released for the MSX computer in 1986, this shoot’em up game is now available for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad platforms.
Considered one of the finest shooters developed by Compile, "ZANAC MSX" challenges players to navigate through all eight stages using their own skills and strategies.
It's fair to say that the era of MSX shooting games reached its pinnacle with this title. Back in the day, features like the Auto Level Controller and high-speed smooth scrolling were considered cutting-edge innovations.
- Version 1.0.2: Bug fixes.
- Version 1.0.1: Optimized for SteelSeries Stratus controllers.
Compatibility:
- Requires iPhone 3GS or later, iPad 2 or later, iPod touch (4th Generation) or later.
- This app is optimized for iPhone 5.
(C)2014 D4Enterprise Co., Ltd.
(C)2014 MSX Licensing Corporation.
'MSX' is a trademark of the MSX Licensing Corporation.
Overview
ZANAC MSX is a Freeware software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by D4Enterprise,Inc..
The latest version of ZANAC MSX is 1.0.2, released on 05/08/2024. It was initially added to our database on 05/08/2024.
ZANAC MSX runs on the following operating systems: iOS.
Users of ZANAC MSX gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Faithful recreation of the original ZANAC gameplay
- Supports MSX emulators for wider accessibility
- Enhanced graphics and sound over the original version
- Provides a nostalgic experience for fans of retro gaming
- Variety of difficulty settings to cater to different skill levels
Cons
- Limited availability on modern platforms
- May not appeal to players unfamiliar with retro games
- Graphics improvements may not be significant to all players
- Game mechanics might feel outdated to contemporary gamers
- Could be challenging for new players due to steep learning curve
Peter Salakani
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