Assault: Retribution
Assault is a 3D Run and Gun Platform game. Its story takes place in the year 2198. Arcadia, a world far away from Earth, is under attack by aliens. So as the player you can choose between two space marines to fight off the invasion. Though featuring 3D graphics the game is side scrolling. There are multiple weapons the player can equip including pulse rifles, homing missiles and lasers. You can use them to kill a variety of aliens. Other power-ups include weapon upgrades, health, ammunition, smart bombs, bonus lives, and shields. There are seven action packed levels. Multiplayer is possible in two-player co-op mode.
- Genre
- Action
- Year
- 1998
- Developer
- Candle Light Studios.
- Publisher
- Midway
- Players
- 2
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
Assault: Retribution frequently asked questions
How do I play Assault: Retribution online with a friend?
Assault: Retribution (PlayStation) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play Assault: Retribution on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Assault: Retribution in the PlayStation library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does Assault: Retribution netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play Assault: Retribution for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play Assault: Retribution on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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