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Atari Lynx · Shoot 'em Up
Zaku
Deep cut
| System | Atari Lynx |
|---|---|
| Released | 2009 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | PenguiNet |
| Publisher | Super Fighter Team |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Zaku is a shoot 'em up released in 2009 for the Atari Lynx, developed by PenguiNet and published by Super Fighter Team.
It landed about 20 years into the Lynx's life.
Zaku 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 Lynx 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 Zaku 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.
Zaku walkthroughs & guides
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Zaku FAQ
When did Zaku come out on the Lynx?
Zaku was released for the Atari Lynx in 2009.
Who made Zaku?
It was developed by PenguiNet and published by Super Fighter Team.
Is Zaku multiplayer?
No. Zaku is a single-player game.
How long does Zaku take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Zaku 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 Zaku 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.