A unique vector graphic shooter.
User Rating: 8.5 | Solar Quest VECX
This game had some strategic gameplay. Set in the blackness of space, Solar Quest is a mix of Asteroids, and Space War with a few twists of it's own . Your ship is larger and more detailed than the that of the arcade Asteroids "craft". Your controls include thrust, fire, and hyperspace. In addition, there's a "nuke" button that can deploys a bomb that can be detonated remotely from a distance. The nuke is a good option, but it's hard to use effectively. Enemy ships assume a nice variety of shapes, and while they initially move in predictable lines, they eventually start zigzagging around, ratcheting up the difficulty. A very kewl aspect of Solar Quest is your ability to pick up "survivors" for bonus points, providing a much-needed strategic element. Whenever you destroy a ship, it leaves a pilot that slowly drifts towards the sun. Transport him aboard and you will receive substantial bonus points, but it's often a risky proposition. Solar Quest doesn't push the envelope in terms of graphics but they are like all other games for this system sharp and crisp. If you are a fan of Asteroids or Space War then you would do yourself a favor to play this.
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