Web War

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Web War is a fast-paced space shooter built around vector graphics that give it a sleek, minimalist feel. You take control of a ship tasked with clearing a grid of 256 sectors by wiping out 20 alien targets in each. The challenge ramps up as each level increases in speed slightly, forcing you to balance precision and reflexes. The BBC Micro’s capabilities are pushed to their limits with the 3D-style visuals, making every shot feel like a calculated risk. Artic Computing released this single-player gem on the final day of 1985, a time when vector-based games were still a novelty. The lack of slowdown as the game progresses is its standout trait, what starts as a controlled firefight becomes a blur of lasers and targets. With no frills or fluff, it’s a pure test of skill that holds up as a technical curiosity even decades later.