Aleste
The foundational entry in Compile's legendary shoot 'em up series. Players pilot the Aleste spacecraft through eight vertically-scrolling stages, battling the mecha forces of Gaina with an innovative power-up system.
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About This Game
Introduced the signature weapon customization system where collected power-ups could be strategically swapped during gameplay.
Notable for pushing MSX2 hardware limits with smooth scrolling and detailed sprite work uncommon for 1988 computer games.
Established series staples like the Option satellites and screen-filling bomb attacks that would define the shoot 'em up genre.
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