Underplayed Gems

Starblitz (1984)

Starblitz cover
Platforms
ZX Spectrum
Where to get it
My Abandonware

How it feels

You pilot a starfighter through waves of enemies in a fast-paced, tactical shootout with the crisp, immediate feel of early home computer gaming.

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About

Released in 1984 for the ZX Spectrum, Starblitz is an arcade-style space shooter where players pilot futuristic starfighters through hostile environments. The experience focuses on fast-paced action as pilots engage enemy vessels while navigating tactical challenges typical of early home computer gaming.

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