Zillion is a sci-fi action-adventure game released for the Sega Master System in 1987, heavily inspired by the anime series of the same name and featuring exploratory gameplay similar to Metroid. Players take on the role of JJ, a member of the White Knights, infiltrating an underground labyrinth on Planet X to retrieve five floppy disks holding the secrets of the evil Norsa Empire.
How to Play
Your objective is to navigate the maze-like base, defeat Norsa soldiers, and find all five disks to destroy the main computer. Progress requires accessing computer terminals using ID cards and inputting specific symbol codes found within the rooms to unlock doors, disable laser barriers, and rescue your captured teammates, Apple and Champ. Use the D-pad to move, duck, and aim. Button 1 jumps, and Button 2 fires your Zillion laser gun.
Tips
- Write down terminal codes: Memorize or note the specific symbols hidden in canisters in each room, as you will need them to operate the computer terminals.
- Rescue your team: Freeing Apple and Champ allows you to switch between characters. Apple is faster and jumps higher, while Champ is slower but stronger.
- Upgrade the Zillion: Collect Z-power-ups to level up your laser gun, which is required to break through stronger canisters and barriers.
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