Not every retro game deserves a revamp. There are a few long-lost gems better left in the past, since contemporary changes mess with the formula. This is the case with Qix + +, Taito's latest revival for Xbox Live. While there are some interesting ideas at play, they never click.
So, here's how the game works. It's similar to the original Qix, an arcade hit from the early 80s. You use a little ship-like icon to draw lines within an enclosed area. With each line you complete, the closed-in space fills up, making the left-over space even smaller.
The Legends Arcade family just got a lot larger with 47 Taito arcade classics out now in a free firmware update. The classics include Bubble Bobble, Cadash, Space Invaders, Qix, Operation Wolf, Zoo Keeper, and more.
The early '80s was a revolutionary time for gaming yet not every classic from that era is as celebrated as it should be. Taito's Qix is an often imitated arcade gem so let's take a look at why it's such a legendary game.
A look back at what might be the most misunderstood early 80s classic: Qix
