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Arkanoid

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description Arkanoid Overview

Arkanoid is a classic arcade video game released in 1986. Players control Vaus to break bricks with a bouncing ball, employing strategic use of power-ups to progress through increasingly difficult levels. The game's challenging gameplay and varied brick types appeal to fans of retro gaming and puzzle enthusiasts. It remains popular among single-player gamers seeking an addictive and engaging experience.

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info Arkanoid Specifications

Country	Japan
Year	1986

help Arkanoid FAQ

What do the different power-up capsules do in Arkanoid?

Catching specific capsules dropped by destroyed bricks grants temporary abilities like expanding your ship (the Vaus), lasers, or splitting your ball into three. The 'E' capsule expands the Vaus, while the 'L' capsule equips lasers, fundamentally changing your strategy for clearing the level.

Was the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) version of Arkanoid packaged with a special controller?

Yes, the NES port of Arkanoid was bundled with the 'Vaus' controller, a small dial-based gamepad designed to replicate the arcade spinner. This allowed players to experience more precise, arcade-like control over their paddle on home consoles.

Did Arkanoid get an official sequel in arcades?

Taito released a direct sequel titled Arkanoid: Revenge of Doh in arcades in 1987. It expanded on the original brick-breaking mechanics by introducing new power-ups, enemies, and branching level designs.

What is the actual plot or enemy you are fighting in Arkanoid?

Though it's a brick-breaker, the game features a sci-fi plot where the player ship, Vaus, must escape a dimensional void created by the mysterious enemy known as DOH. You ultimately fight DOH, a giant moai head, in a final boss battle at the end of the game.

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