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Atari Jaguar · Shoot 'em Up
Protector
Deep cut
| 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 · legacy score 3 |
Protector is a shoot 'em up released in 2002 for the Atari Jaguar, developed by Bethesda Softworks and published by Songbird Productions.
It landed about 9 years into the Jaguar's life. Among the 9 Jaguar shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
Bethesda Softworks also made Protector: Special Edition for the Jaguar.
Protector 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 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.
Protector walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Protector.
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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 FAQ
When did Protector come out on the Jaguar?
Protector was released for the Atari Jaguar in 2002.
Who made Protector?
It was developed by Bethesda Softworks and published by Songbird Productions.
Is Protector multiplayer?
Yes. Protector supports up to 2 players.
How long does Protector take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Protector 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 Protector 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.