ZANAC MSX 1.0.2

D4Enterprise,Inc. – Freeware – iOS
out of 15 votes

ZANAC MSX: A Nostalgic Blast from the Past

Peter Salakani

03/28/2025

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.

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Game mechanics might feel outdated to contemporary gamers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

I'm Peter, a software reviews author at UpdateStar and content specialist with a keen focus on usability and performance. With a background in both software development and content creation, I bring a unique perspective to evaluating and discussing general software topics. When I'm not reviewing software, I enjoy staying updated on the latest tech trends, experimenting with new applications, and finding innovative solutions to everyday tech challenges.

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