Defender
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(Gamecube - US, Shoot'em Up)
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Developed_By:
Inevitable Entertainment
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Midway
Released On:
14 Mar 2003
Defender is an updated version of the classic arcade game Defender . The Manti bugs have invaded Earth and the remaining human survivors now live in colonies throughout the solar system. As more swarms of Manti arrive, even the colonies are now in danger of being wiped out. You've been enlisted to help save the remaining colonists and destroy the Manti bugs! There are a total of six different ships to fly, each with its own flight characteristics and special weapons.
Weapon and shield power-ups can also be found throughout the various missions. As in the original version of Defender, the Manti will try to capture any humans they can find to change them into mutants to increase their attack force. To increase chances of success you will need to rescue captured humans before this happens and bring them to a safe landing zone.
Saving colonists will also earn you some credits, which can later be used to buy improved weapons or shields for your ship. The game features several ships with different flight characteristics and special weapons, as well as various power-ups to aid in the mission. With multiple levels and gameplay modes, Defender offers a challenging experience.
The game was released on GameCube Defender on November 3rd, 2002. It belongs to the Shoot'em Up genre and is developed by Taito. The game includes several video extras detailing the historical perspective of and the making of Defender.
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