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Atari Jaguar · Shoot 'em Up
Protector: Special Edition
| System | Atari Jaguar |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Bethesda Softworks |
| Publisher | Songbird Productions |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Atari Jaguar in 2002, Protector: Special Edition is a shoot 'em up developed by Bethesda Softworks and published by Songbird Productions.
It landed about 9 years into the Jaguar's life. Other notable Jaguar releases from 2002 include Protector.
Bethesda Softworks also made Protector for the Jaguar.
Protector: Special Edition 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Jaguar hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Protector: Special Edition 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.
If you like Protector: Special Edition, the Matrix also picks…
Space Invaders Classic
Raiden Co-op
Defender 2000 Deep cut
I-War Deep cut
The House of the Dead 2 Co-op
Syndicate Deep cut
Playing Jaguar games today
Original Jaguar games are scarce and expensive, and the controller's phone-style keypad takes getting used to. Several titles have resurfaced in modern compilations and re-releases.
Protector: Special Edition FAQ
When did Protector: Special Edition come out on the Jaguar?
Protector: Special Edition was released for the Atari Jaguar in 2002.
Who made Protector: Special Edition?
It was developed by Bethesda Softworks and published by Songbird Productions.
Is Protector: Special Edition multiplayer?
Yes. Protector: Special Edition supports up to 2 players.
How long does Protector: Special Edition take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Protector: Special Edition 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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