Yars' Revenge (USA, Europe) (GBC)

Yars' Revenge on GBC is a remake of the classic Atari 2600 shooter, featuring updated graphics and gameplay mechanics. Players control Yar, an insect-like creature, in a side-scrolling environment. The primary objective is to destroy the enemy's base, the Qotile, located at the end of each stage.

To achieve this, Yar must shoot through the Qotile's protective shields. Yar has two main attack modes:

• Standard shots: Yar can fire small projectiles continuously to destroy energy blocks and minor enemies.
• Swirl: This is Yar's most powerful weapon. To activate the Swirl, Yar must consume a special "energy bar" that appears randomly or is generated by destroying certain enemies. Once the Swirl is activated, Yar becomes temporarily invincible and can unleash a massive energy orb that deals significant damage.

Enemies include small flying creatures (like the Destroyer) and notably the Missile, a relentless projectile that continuously pursues Yar. The Missile cannot be destroyed by standard shots; it can only be temporarily disabled or destroyed by the Swirl. Players need to maneuver skillfully to avoid obstacles, enemy projectiles, and especially the Missile. The game screen can scroll back and forth, allowing players to retreat to avoid danger or collect energy. The game features multiple levels with increasing difficulty, requiring players to have quick reflexes and sound strategy to use the Swirl at the opportune moment.