Hydra
An abstract racing game in which the player takes on the role of a special government courier, who must deliver a number of secret cargoes to their various destinations at the end of each stage. Gameplay consists of piloting a heavily-armed hovercraft over a series of waterways, avoiding or destroying the enemy craft and barriers that litter each level. Progress is hampered by mines, enemy hovercraft, logs and other obstacles. Money bags can be collected as well as extra fuel.[-LF-]On-board fuel depletes at a steady pace and players must keep a look out for additional fuel cells. In addition to a forward-firing gun, the hovercraft is equipped with a 'Boost' function. Providing the player has...
- Genre
- Shooter
- Year
- 1990
- Developer
- Atari Games
- Publisher
- Atari Games
- Players
- 1
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
Hydra frequently asked questions
How do I play Hydra online with a friend?
Hydra (Arcade) 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 Hydra on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Hydra in the Arcade library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does Hydra 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 Hydra 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 Hydra 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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