Arkanoid

Arkanoid reimagines the Breakout concept as a science-fiction arcade challenge. Players control the Vaus spaceship at the bottom of the screen, catching and directing an energy bolt to destroy the brick wall blocking its path to safety.

Falling power-ups add strategic risk and variety. The Vaus can collect lasers for shooting blocks, a catching device that allows the bolt to be fired at a new angle, or an effect that slows the bolt down. Players must decide whether to pursue these bonuses without losing control of the ball.

Game Details

• Developer: Taito
• Release: 1985
• Genres: Action, Arcade, Ball & Paddle / Breakout