Astroblast
In Astroblast you control a laser canon at the bottom of the screen; your goal is to earn as many points as possible by destroying the various incoming meteors, bombs, and other objects. Points are earned for destroying objects, while points are lost for letting them get past you. Meteors are the most common item you need to defend yourself against. They come in various sizes and colors, and some even split into two smaller meteors when shot. Mixed in with the meteors are white spinning bombs. While letting a meteor get past you will only lower your score, you have to shoot the spinners. If one gets past, you will lose a life. On the more difficult levels, ufo's and guided missiles will also...
- Genre
- Shooter
- Year
- 1982
- Developer
- Mattel Electronics
- Publisher
- Mattel Electronics
- Players
- 1
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
Astroblast frequently asked questions
How do I play Astroblast online with a friend?
Astroblast (Atari 2600) 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 Astroblast on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Astroblast in the Atari 2600 library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does Astroblast 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 Astroblast 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 Astroblast 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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