Captain Quazar 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Shooter

Captain Quazar

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System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1996
GenreShooter
DeveloperCyclone Studios
PublisherThe 3DO Company
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Captain Quazar is a shooter released in 1996 for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, developed by Cyclone Studios and published by The 3DO Company.

It landed about 3 years into the 3DO's life. Other notable 3DO releases from 1996 include Doom, Cyberia and Olympic Summer Games. Among the 20 3DO shooters in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

Cyclone Studios also made BattleSport for the 3DO.

Captain Quazar supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the 3DO hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes

What playing Captain Quazar is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Captain Quazar gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Captain Quazar walkthroughs & guides

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Captain Quazar FAQ

When did Captain Quazar come out on the 3DO?

Captain Quazar was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1996.

Who made Captain Quazar?

It was developed by Cyclone Studios and published by The 3DO Company.

Is Captain Quazar multiplayer?

Yes. Captain Quazar supports up to 2 players.

How long does Captain Quazar take to play?

As a shooter, Captain Quazar typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Captain Quazar on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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