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Insector X

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Also known as
Gonchung Gundan インセクターX 곤충군단

A side-scrolling shooter where you battle insect forces and collect power-ups across varied stages.

Insector X was originally released in arcades in 1989 by Taito. The Sega Genesis/Mega Drive version, developed by Hot-B and published by Taito, was released in 1990 (Japan on September 7, 1990; North America in 1990). The legacy year 1989 refers to the arcade original, not the Genesis port.

About Insector X

Insector X is a side scrolling shooter where players control a mechanized insect. The conflict takes place across a garden environment, with backgrounds featuring structures and other scenery.

Opposition consists of insect based enemies such as flies, bees, and wasps. The objective involves determining the outcome of the backyard battle. Player progression is structured into levels, each concluding with a boss encounter.

Gameplay involves a primary weapon system supplemented by collectible power up tokens. These tokens provide access to special weapons, which appear at random intervals during play. The experience offers three selectable skill levels, with higher difficulties introducing a greater number of adversaries, making the game more challenging.

Insector X Screenshots

12 images
Creepy Pregame Animation
Title Screen
Main Menu
Annoying Flies!
Power Ups
Frogs and Flies
A Very Large Fly
Temple of the Insects
Lazer Moths!
Lazer Mushrooms!
Lazer Snails! Are we seeing a patern here?
Lazer Bee Boss