Video's Revenge

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Video's Revenge is a fast-paced arcade shooter that turns Defender sideways. You control a ship navigating waves of enemies, facing baiters, pods, and swarmers in a vertical battlefield. Blast an energy balloon 12 times to boost your firepower. Start with a laser system and unlock invisibility to avoid damage, a feature borrowed from Defender's sequel. Move freely in four directions and rewind your path to catch missed targets. A radar helps track enemies ahead and behind. The game stands out for its clever twists on Defender mechanics, like the energy balloon and path rewinding. Released in 1985 for the BBC Micro, it packs frantic action into a 1980s retro aesthetic. Players appreciate the tight controls and escalating difficulty. While short on modern frills, it delivers pure arcade challenge for shooter fans.