Hyper Dyne: Side Arms

December 31, 1986 Capcom, Capcom NEC Avenue, Ltd., Capcom, Radiance Software, GO!
Shooter Arcade
Arcade C64 ZXS Atari-ST turbografx16 DOS Amiga ACPC
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Forerunner to Forgotten Worlds. The control method allows you use the fire buttons to shoot in opposite directions, defending yourself from attacks from the rear. The power ups are selectable and if you collect an alpha symbol you combine with another ship for a super robot.
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Game Info

Release Date December 31, 1986
Developer Capcom, Capcom
Publisher NEC Avenue, Ltd., Capcom, Radiance Software, GO!
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Science fiction