Benji: Space Rescue

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In Benji: Space Rescue you pilot a ship through the solar system to extract scientists trapped by robot drones. Adjust your ship’s speed and jump settings to reach target planets then navigate terrain while evading enemy patrols. Drones hunt you with lasers forcing you to dodge attacks and use keyboard commands to fire weapons. Between battles you must manage limited fuel and ration supplies to keep rescued passengers alive. Each mission has strict time limits and failing to return before resources run dry ends the game. The mix of action and logistics sets this apart, every decision impacts survival. Higher difficulty levels add asteroid fields and more scientists to protect, tightening the tension as you juggle combat, resource tracking, and escape timing. Released in 1983 for Commodore platforms it remains a brisk test of reflexes and planning with simple mechanics that demand precise execution.