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Atari 5200 · Action
Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom
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| System | Atari 5200 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Buck Rogers |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom is an action game released for the Atari 5200, developed by SEGA.
Among the 26 5200 action games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
It is part of the Buck Rogers series. The series also appears on other systems with Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom (2600) and Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom (ColecoVision). SEGA also made Pengo, Zaxxon and Congo Bongo for the 5200.
Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom.
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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.
Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom FAQ
Who made Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom multiplayer?
No. Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom is a single-player game.
How long does Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom take to play?
As an action game, Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom 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.
Read more about Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom 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.