Play Battle Cruiser M-12 Online

Battle Cruiser M-12 is one of those arcade shooters that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. You’re thrown straight into the cockpit of this chunky, screen-filling cruiser, blasting waves of enemy ships that come at you from all angles. The controls are simple—just move and shoot—but the chaos ramps up fast.

What I love is how the ship actually feels heavy, like you’re piloting a tank in space. The sprites are big and detailed for an arcade game, and explosions send debris flying everywhere. It’s got that perfect balance of being easy to pick up but tough to master—I kept getting wrecked by the third stage until I figured out the trick to dodging those homing missiles.

If you’re into retro shooters with a bit of weight behind them, this one’s a blast. Just don’t expect to beat it on your first try.