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Atari Jaguar · Shoot 'em Up
Zero 5
Deep cut
| System | Atari Jaguar |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Caspian Software Ltd. |
| Publisher | Telegames |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Caspian Software Ltd. and published by Telegames, Zero 5 arrived on the Atari Jaguar in 1997 as a shoot 'em up.
It landed about 4 years into the Jaguar's life. Other notable Jaguar releases from 1997 include AirCars and Iron Soldier 2. Among the 9 Jaguar shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
Zero 5 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 Zero 5 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.
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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.
Zero 5 FAQ
When did Zero 5 come out on the Jaguar?
Zero 5 was released for the Atari Jaguar in 1997.
Who made Zero 5?
It was developed by Caspian Software Ltd. and published by Telegames.
Is Zero 5 multiplayer?
Yes. Zero 5 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Zero 5 take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Zero 5 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 Zero 5 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.