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Hellraider

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A 1989 Amiga shoot ’em up from Frames and Atari UK

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About this game

Hellraider is a shooter developed by Frames and published by Atari Corp. (UK) Ltd. It was released for Amiga in 1989, with listings also identifying Atari ST/STE and Commodore Amiga.

The game places you on a planet’s surface, where you shoot alien targets and attack alien bases. Its presentation includes defined but small graphics, minimal sound effects, and music on the title screen.

Hellraider is characterized by straightforward, repetitive gameplay. Awkward controls can make positioning difficult, while the limited enemy variety and basic action offer little beyond conventional shoot ’em up mechanics.