Polybius (2017)

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Polybius is the newest trance-shooter game from Llamasoft, the creators of Tempest 2000 and TxK. The game has a retro aesthetic inspired by early arcade shooters, with an intense soundtrack to accompany it. Players take control of a ship that must navigate treacherous levels while avoiding obstacles and shooting down enemies in order to progress. Polybius offers multiple difficulty settings as well as leaderboards for players to compete against each other or challenge themselves to achieve higher scores.

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows),PlayStation 4,PlayStation VR

Release date: 2017-05-09

All about game Polybius

Video game "Polybius" is the latest trance-shooter from Llamasoft, the creators of Tempest 2000 and TxK. It is a modern reimagination of an urban legend that first appeared in 1981, when mysterious arcade cabinets began appearing in Portland, Oregon. Players reported experiencing intense physical reactions while playing Polybius, such as nausea and headaches. The game also caused strange dreams for some players.

The new version of Polybius has been designed to capture all of the mystery and excitement surrounding the original urban legend. It features a mesmerizing blend of neon visuals and pulsing electronica soundtrack that creates an immersive experience for players. Gameplay involves navigating 3D tunnels filled with enemies while avoiding obstacles in order to reach checkpoints before time runs out. Players can collect power-ups along their journey to help them survive longer and increase their score multiplier for higher scores at the end level results screen.

In addition to its gameplay elements, Polybius also includes various unique modes that provide different experiences each time you play it. These include Classic Mode which replicates the original 1981 versions; Survival Mode where players must survive as long as possible; Online Leaderboards allowing players to compete against others worldwide; plus daily leaderboard challenges offering special rewards upon completion.

Overall, this remake captures all of the thrilling aspects that made up part of its urban legend origins but combines them with modern gaming technology to create an exciting trance shooter experience like no other!

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