Buzz Bombers Classic
Intellivision · Shoot 'em Up / Simulation
B-17 Bomber
Certified classic
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1981 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Simulation |
| Developer | Mattel Electronics |
| Publisher | Mattel Electronics |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 6 |
B-17 Bomber is a shoot 'em up released in 1981 for the Intellivision, developed by Mattel Electronics. It blends shoot 'em up and simulation elements.
It landed about 2 years into the Intellivision's life. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1981 include Utopia, Atlantis and Boxing. Among the 14 Intellivision shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Mattel Electronics also made Utopia, Masters of the Universe: The Power of He-Man and Buzz Bombers for the Intellivision.
B-17 Bomber 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 want to experience one of the Intellivision's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing B-17 Bomber 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.
B-17 Bomber walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Intellivision games today
Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.
B-17 Bomber FAQ
When did B-17 Bomber come out on the Intellivision?
B-17 Bomber was released for the Intellivision in 1981.
Who made B-17 Bomber?
It was developed by Mattel Electronics.
Is B-17 Bomber multiplayer?
No. B-17 Bomber is a single-player game.
How long does B-17 Bomber take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, B-17 Bomber 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 B-17 Bomber 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.