Demon Attack Longplay (TRS-80 Color Computer Version)
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Demon Attack is a legendary arcade-style space shooter that became a defining game of the early 1980s home computer era. Originally developed by Rob Fulop for Imagic in 1982, this intense shooting game challenged players to defend Earth against waves of demonic alien invaders.
In this game, you control a ground-based laser cannon positioned at the bottom of the screen, facing off against increasingly aggressive waves of swooping demon creatures. These colorful, bird-like aliens attack in unpredictable patterns, diving and weaving across the screen while firing deadly projectiles at your position. The gameplay features multiple attack waves, each more challenging than the last.
Early waves present demons that move in simple patterns, but as you progress, the creatures become faster, more erratic, and employ sophisticated attack strategies. Some demons split into multiple smaller enemies when shot, while others require multiple hits to destroy.
The game was praised for its smooth animation and vibrant graphics, especially impressive for early 1980s home computers. The demons themselves are distinctively designed with flapping wings and menacing appearances that made them memorable antagonists. The sound effects, including the satisfying laser blasts and alien death sounds, added to the intense atmosphere.
This classic shooter helped establish many conventions of the space shooter genre and was ported to numerous home computer systems including the Atari 2600, TRS-80 Color Computer, Apple II, and Commodore 64. The TRS-80 Color Computer version showcased the system's colorful graphics capabilities and smooth gameplay performance, and notably featured additional content not found in all versions.
Unlike the simpler (but better, in my opinion) Atari 2600 port, this version includes extra waves culminating in a challenging boss battle against the demon mothership, where players must shoot through a protective shield to target the massive creature's eye while fending off waves of attacking demons. Each version maintained the core gameplay while adapting to the specific capabilities of its platform.
This title represents the golden age of arcade-style action games, offering pure, skill-based gameplay that rewards quick reflexes and pattern recognition. Its influence can be seen in countless space shooters that followed, making it an essential piece of gaming history worth experiencing and preserving.
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