Are you ready to take on the challenge of defeating a swarm of killer robots in this thrilling old-school arcade classic? In "Robots On," you'll find yourself in a fast-paced, action-packed environment where staying on the move and blasting away is key to survival. This retro game harkens back to the golden era of arcade gaming, offering a nostalgic yet intense experience.
You have the option to play in the classic flat 2D mode, reminiscent of the original arcade games, or enhance your gameplay by tapping the camera icon to zoom in and switch between various camera angles, including first and third-person perspectives. This adds a modern twist to the classic feel.
The robots in "Robots On" are powered by the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI 2.0a), but don't worry—they're not quite as clever as us humans. Assuming you're human, of course! You start with a slight advantage, getting about a two-second head start while the robots power up. Use this crucial time wisely to target the most powerful and challenging robots first.
The gameplay is frenetic; you'll be vastly outnumbered by a collective of evil killer robots. To advance to the next level, you must destroy all robots except for the indestructible Grunt bots. Along your journey, be sure to collect various power-ups and specials:
- Star: Activates auto-aim, targeting the most dangerous robots for a short time.
- Diamond: Provides shields for protection.
- Cherry: Awards big points.
- Heart: Grants a bonus life.
- Lightning: Freezes robots until they recharge.
You begin with five lives, with bonus lives awarded initially every 5,000 points, and later every 10,000 points.
Here's a quick guide to the robots you'll encounter:
- Reds: Common worker bots that shoot lasers from their eyes.
- Greens: Grunt bots, heavy and indestructible; best to avoid them.
- Brain Bots: Shoot homing missiles, making them deadly.
- Torus Bull Bots: Replication bots that create other deadly robots.
- Cake Bots: Fly straight at you, so keep moving to dodge them.
- Cube Bots: Faster replication robots that produce deadly cash registers.
- Cash Registers: Another deadly android that shoots bouncing electric balls.
- Dumb Blocks: Harmless unless you collide with them.
To control your firing, simply tap on the board or a robot to fire in that direction. Tap off the board to shoot straight ahead, and hold your finger down for rapid fire.
That's it! It's easy—download "Robots On" now and help prevent the killer robots from overwhelming the human race. Are you up for the challenge?
