Retro Parsec

Retro Parsec

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Retro Parsec: Relive the Golden Age of the TI-99/4a

Experience the authentic 1980s space shooter exactly as you remember it. From synthesized speech warnings to challenging refueling tunnels, take command of your starship with full Bluetooth controller support and pure 8-bit nostalgia.

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Publisher

Yesung Moore

Category

Games

Downloads

22K+

User Rating

4.2/5

Total Ratings

100

Locales

1

8-Bit Authenticity

Discover the interface used by 22K+ users.

Retro Parsec gameplay showing 8-bit pixel graphics and classic space shooter interface

Retro Parsec gameplay showing 8-bit pixel graphics and classic space shooter interface

The TI-99/4a Legend Reborn

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 22K+ users.

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Authentic Synthesized Speech

Experience the breakthrough tech of the 80s. Our synthesized voice warns of approaching alien cruisers and low fuel, just like the original hardware.

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Pro Controller Support

Relive the arcade feel with full MFi Bluetooth controller compatibility. Perfect your maneuvers with tactile precision that touchscreens can't match.

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The Ultimate Pilot Test

From the high-stakes refueling tunnels to the relentless asteroid belts, every wave of alien craft is designed to test the skills of a veteran commander.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 22K+ people who love this app.

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"This is a flawless recreation of the original. Hearing that synthesized speech again brought back so many memories of my TI-99/4a back in 1982. It's exactly how I remember it, from the refueling tunnels to the intense cruiser attacks. A must-have for any retro fan!"

David M.
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"Finding a faithful port of Parsec was a dream come true. The MFi controller support is a game-changer; it feels just like using the old arcade sticks. It's challenging, responsive, and looks fantastic on my iPad. A perfect piece of gaming history on a modern device."

Robert G.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Retro Parsec.

Description

Enjoy the nostalgia of this classic game re-created in the original style of the TI-99/4a computer game from the 1980's! Re-live the era with blocky but colourful graphics and simple but captivating sound effects. You are the commander of the starship Parsec patrolling an alien planet. Suddenly, the on-board computer announces that you are about to come under attack by small alien fighters and large, heavily armed, hostile alien cruisers! The fighters are highly mobile, and unless they are eliminated by your laser, they fill the screen, restrict manoeuvering of your craft, and may cause a deadly collision. The cruisers are highly aggressive and their armament devastating. Armed with photon missiles, they track your ship and fire on it. You must out-manoeuver and destroy them with accurate fire from your ship's laser. If you survive the waves of alien craft, do not let down your guard, for you also have to blast through an asteroid belt or refuel your ship, demanding the utmost in skilful flying. Parsec is a challenging, exciting game packed with thrills. Danger and excitement are brought on with each new attack. Some of Parsec's features include: - Waves of attack from seven different alien craft. - Challenging flights through refuelling tunnels. - Asteroid belts through which you must blast a path for your starship. - Synthesised speech to warn of approaching alien craft or when it's time to refuel. - Three different lifts to vary the speed at which the ship moves vertically. - Increased difficulty levels to challenge you. Parsec is a one-player game which tests your skills and strategy. Movement of the ship on screen may be controlled by on-screen controls or an MFI certified Bluetooth controller. When the Bluetooth controller is used, the A button is for firing the laser and the B button alters the lift speed. Scoring of points for destroying alien craft increases with waves and levels. Bonus points are awarded for successfully navigating an asteroid belt and refuelling. Asteroid belts increase in speed and duration as levels increase. Extra ships are awarded at certain score levels throughout the game.

Latest Version

2.3

Size

15.1 MB

First Released

Apr 11, 2016

Ready to Patrol the Planet Again, Commander?

Relive the authentic TI-99/4a experience with original synthesized speech and pixel-perfect 80s gameplay. Download now to take your starship back to where it all began.

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