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Crossbow

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Crossbow is an arcade light-gun game developed by Exidy. Instead of a conventional joystick or pistol, it uses a physical wooden crossbow controller, which players aim at threats on the screen while trying to protect traveling allies. Its fantasy setting, escort-style objective, and unusual control device place it among the rail shooters and light-gun games associated with 1980s arcades.

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What makes Crossbow different from other arcade light-gun games?

Crossbow uses a physical wooden crossbow controller instead of a standard arcade pistol. The player aims the crossbow at enemies while helping a group of travelers survive a fantasy journey.

Who developed Crossbow?

Crossbow was developed by Exidy, an American arcade manufacturer known for games such as Death Race and Circus. The game reflects Exidy’s interest in unusual cabinet controls and physical arcade interaction.

What is the player trying to protect in Crossbow?

The player protects traveling allies as they move through dangerous fantasy environments. The escort objective means that shooting enemies is only part of the challenge, because the group’s survival also matters.

Is Crossbow a conventional joystick game?

No. Its signature control is a mounted crossbow that the player physically aims at the screen. That hardware is the main reason the game stands out among early arcade shooting games.

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