Atari 5200 · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Astro Chase
Deep cut
| System | Atari 5200 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter, Action |
| Developer | First Star Software |
| Publisher | Parker Brothers |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Atari 5200, Astro Chase is a shoot 'em up developed by First Star Software and published by Parker Brothers. It blends shoot 'em up, shooter and action elements.
Among the 17 5200 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the 5200 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Astro Chase is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Astro Chase walkthroughs & guides
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Playing 5200 games today
The 5200 library is small and arcade-focused, so it suits players who enjoy classic coin-op ports. The original non-centering joysticks are famously fragile, which is why many collectors use refurbished or modern replacement controllers.
Astro Chase FAQ
Who made Astro Chase?
It was developed by First Star Software and published by Parker Brothers.
Is Astro Chase multiplayer?
No. Astro Chase is a single-player game.
How long does Astro Chase take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Astro Chase typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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