Psycho-Nics Oscar
Psycho-Nics Oscar (in American arcades usually shortened to Oscar) is an arcade game released by Data East in 1987.[1]
| Psycho-Nics Oscar | |
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| Developer(s) | Data East |
| Publisher(s) | Data East |
| Platform(s) | Arcade game |
| Release | August 1987 (Arcade) |
| Genre(s) | 2D platform-scrolling shooter |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Gameplay
Psycho-Nics Oscar is a 2D platform-scrolling shooter. The player controls a mecha named Oscar. The extra weapon system is similar to Gradius.[1]
Reception
Psycho-Nics Oscar got an overall rating of 7/10 by Power Play a German video games magazine. They saw the game in the tradition of Ghosts 'n Goblins, mentioned the unusual three fire buttons and rated the gameplay as very good.[2]
Legacy
The game influenced the design of Turrican, which was released in 1989 and featured a more European aesthetic.[1][3]
References
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