DARIUS
DARIUS is a 1986 side-scrolling shooter arcade game featuring branching paths, massive mechanical sea creatures as bosses, and a unique triple-screen display. Players pilot the Silver Hawk spacecraft against the alien Belsar army across 26 alphabetical zones.
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About This Game
Set in a futuristic ocean-themed universe, DARIUS introduced non-linear progression with its iconic zone select system (A-Z) and multiple endings based on path choices.
The game was revolutionary for its widescreen display using three 4:3 monitors side-by-side, creating an ultra-wide 12:3 aspect ratio for immersive gameplay.
Known for its biological-mechanical enemy designs and memorable electronic soundtrack composed by Hisayoshi Ogura (OGR).
Sparked a long-running series and influenced later shooters with its aquatic aesthetic, power-up system, and multi-stage bosses with weak points.
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