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Dropzone

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Also known as
Dropzone 64

Control a jetpack to rescue humans from aliens in this fast scrolling shooter.

About Dropzone

Dropzone is a Game Boy Color title that adapts the core mechanics of Defender. The setting is a desolate landscape where a jetpack-equipped spaceman flies at high speed, engaging in challenging combat against various alien types.

Primary objectives involve protecting small humanoid figures that walk the ground. Certain aliens, such as Planters and Nemesites, will attempt to abduct these figures, requiring the player to shoot the captor without harming the captive. A distinct hazard is the android, which resembles a human but is hostile and must be avoided.

The central goal is to successfully transport all rescued humans to a designated surface base for safety, an action referred to as reaching the Dropzone.

Dropzone Screenshots

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I suppose this is the splash screen
The legalities
To cope with the bad screen of the GBC, you may choose a colour scheme
Your adversaries
The rules explained
The arrow points towards a man in trouble
Exploding in lots of pixels
Dropping off men at the dropzone
Wave 01 over
Defending the base against Planters
A UFO!
Game over