Qix is without doubt a classic arcade game, and Qix++ does its best to try and warrant the 800 MSP price tag. The trouble is there's simply not that much content here to justify it, and although there is a little room for replayability and high score chasing, the credits roll-up in under fifteen minutes playtime. If Tatio had for done Qix as Namco has done for Pac-Man, such as include a sweat inducing time-limited score-a-thon mode, there might have been more bang-for-the-buck. As it stands, Qix++ is a hard-sell.
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
