The Galaxian invasion starts off with a bang. Instantly, an entire fleet of invaders descends toward the planet. The command ship suddenly becomes the target of a missile ambush. The Galaxian fleet is fast and strong. They attack in waves, approaching faster and faster with each wave. They swoop downward, firing laser cannons. The majority of them charge in single file; other blitz in groups.
Flagships never fly alone, for they are always flanks by protective escorts. Their colorful uniforms make their ranking order easy to identify. Drones, the lowest rank, wear blue; Emissaries wear purple; Hornets are outfitted in red; and Flagship Commanders, the highest rank of all, wear yellow. The Galaxian fleet is smart and experienced in battle. They have special radar that enables them to dodge inter-galactic missiles. Their warfare includes tricks to divert attention.
The Galaxian ability to pull off the unexpected forces you to use foresight and caution plus cunning and skill. The initial attack is thwarted, but the battle isn't over. They'll be back, stronger than ever. Next time, you'll be manning the command ship, again waiting courageously to defend the planet and defeat the Galaxian fleet.
Use your accurate aim and quick reflexes, as well as strategy and forethought. A foolish move could cost you the battle and the planet.
| PRODUCT CODE: | 70006N |
| NAME: | Galaxian |
| PLATFORM: | ColecoVision Compatible System |
| CONVERSION: | Anonymous |
| MEDIA: | Cartridge |
| VARIATION: | US Box |
| RELEASE DATE: | 2013 |
| PRODUCT CODE: | 3687 |
| VARIATION: | US Box |
| RELEASE DATE: | 2020 |
Galaxian was Namco's answer to Space Invaders, a similar space shooter released the previous year by rival developer Taito. Space Invaders was a sensation in Japan, and Namco wanted a game that could compete against it.
Galaxian is one of the first video games to feature RGB color graphics, and the first ever to use a tile-based hardware system.
