Spectron ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Shooter

Spectron

SystemColecoVision
GenreShooter
DeveloperSpectravideo
PublisherSpectravideo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Spectron is a shooter released for the ColecoVision, developed by Spectravideo.

Spectravideo also made Frantic Freddy and Super Cross Force for the ColecoVision.

Spectron 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 ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes

What playing Spectron 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.

Spectron gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

Spectron walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Spectron.

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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.

Spectron FAQ

Who made Spectron?

It was developed by Spectravideo.

Is Spectron multiplayer?

Yes. Spectron supports up to 2 players.

How long does Spectron take to play?

As a shooter, Spectron 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.

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.

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