Lander

Lander (1999)

by Psygnosis Limited
Genres:Shooter
Themes:Action
Game modes:Single player, Multiplayer
Story:Lander is a small, lightweight, maneuverable machine designed for tight above and below ground flying, controlled through a set of thrusters on the corners and a single main engine on its belly. With the money you earn, make needed repairs or improve Lander with better weapons, engines, armor – or even replace it entirely. There are five grades of armor, four pulse energy weapons, three missile systems and four engines available when you have enough cash to purchase them. In order to succeed, you must master intricate flight dynamics. Learn to maneuver your Lander through a series of traps and other obstacles, all the while handling gravity, wind, and other atmospheric interferences. There are 30 increasingly difficult, non-linear single missions covering 15 different planets and moons. In the early stages of the game, they involve finding and retrieving objects with your tractor beam, searching and destroying a specific target or stealing an important object. Later operations take on a covert military flair, some of which are puzzle based, and you find that other factions are determined to stop you at all costs. Two multiplayer levels support deathmatch play over IPX or TCP/IP internet connection. CD-Rom and DVD versions were shipped in the same package. The DVD version (Psygnosis’ first release in that format) boasts high-resolution MPEG 2 video sequences and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. The PC version offers Dolby Surround Sound and MPEG 1 video (in shorter length) on a single CD-Rom.Show more
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February 05, 2025
This game is special in its own right—very challenging and unique. In its time, it was significantly underrated, mainly because many people back then didn't even have a proper joystick. The game has a top-tier atmosphere, especially thanks to its music, and it is highly educational. It allows players to learn the basics of controlling a lander, which is very similar to piloting drones, helicopters, and deep-sea probes. Additionally, the missions offer full-fledged action with mysteries and nonlinear objectives. It's a first-class game, especially considering that its development was discontinued shortly after release due to Psygnosis ceasing operations.
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