Alien Syndrome (Master System) Playthrough [4K]
7"Alien Syndrome" for Sega Master System is a top-down action game developed by Sega and released in 1987. Players are tasked with rescuing hostages from alien invaders within a specific time frame. You must save a set number of hostages on each ship and then escape.
Armed with three different weapons – a rifle, fireball gun, and laser gun – you navigate the ships, battling end-of-level guardians after rescuing hostages. These bosses are each uniquely designed and visually striking. Controls are simple, with four directions of movement, and a button for firing the gun. The inability to walk diagonally can lead to frustration.
Visually, it has decent sprits, but levels lack detail, with repetitive graphics for walls and floors. The bosses are definitely the highlights, shining with some great designs. There's no background music while playing, but there's a sudden change in music when you collect enough hostages, which adds a sense of urgency.
Overall, "Alien Syndrome" for Sega Master System is an action-oriented game which provides a challenge even for seasoned gamers. There's nothing unique here, just some solid alien-shooting which may be what players wants sometimes.