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ColecoVision · Shooter
Gyruss
| System | ColecoVision |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Parker Brothers |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Gyruss is a shooter released for the ColecoVision, developed by Konami and published by Parker Brothers.
Among the 6 ColecoVision shooters in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
Konami also made Frogger, Antarctic Adventure and Time Pilot for the ColecoVision.
Gyruss 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Gyruss is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Gyruss walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Gyruss.
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Playing ColecoVision games today
The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.
Gyruss FAQ
Who made Gyruss?
It was developed by Konami and published by Parker Brothers.
Is Gyruss multiplayer?
Yes. Gyruss supports up to 2 players.
How long does Gyruss take to play?
As a shooter, Gyruss 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 Gyruss 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.