Arcade Classic No 3 - Galaga & Galaxian (GB)

Arcade Classic No 3 for Game Boy Color is a fantastic compilation, bringing two of the most iconic space shooter games of all time: Galaga and Galaxian.

In Galaxian, players control a single spaceship at the bottom of the screen, moving horizontally to evade enemy fire and shoot down waves of alien invaders. Enemies move in formations at the top of the screen and will occasionally break off, diving down in kamikaze-style attacks towards your ship. The goal is to destroy all enemies on screen to advance to the next stage. Galaxian's gameplay is straightforward but demands quick reflexes and precise aiming.

Galaga, a sequel to Galaxian, builds upon that successful formula and introduces several new elements. Players still control a fighter, but enemies in Galaga are more varied in shape, color, and attack patterns. The most distinctive feature of Galaga is the capture mechanic: certain Boss Galagas can use a tractor beam to capture your ship. If you successfully rescue your captured ship, you gain a powerful dual fighter with double firepower, significantly boosting your combat ability. Galaga also introduces Challenging Stages, which are bonus rounds where players must dodge a formation of moving enemies without shooting, focusing entirely on movement and reflexes. Both games offer classic arcade experiences, demanding agility and a bit of tactical thinking to survive the relentless waves of enemies.