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Game Overview

Air Raiders is one of those old-school Atari 2600 games that feels simple at first—until you realize how quickly things spiral. You’re flying a little plane, dodging flak bursts that can knock you down a few hundred feet if they connect. The enemies? Tiny blips on the horizon that only show up as side views, so you’re constantly swiveling to line up shots before they slip past.

The real tension comes from fuel management. Land safely before you run out, but if you’ve shot down at least 10 enemies, you get to reload and take off again with fresh ammo. Mess up the landing, though, and it’s game over. The controls are straightforward, but nailing the timing between aggression and survival is weirdly addictive. It’s the kind of game where you’ll lean into the couch after a close call.