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While our patience is wearing thin waiting for the <em>ZX Spectrum Next</em> and the <em>ZX Spectrum Vega+</em>, the <em>C64 Mini</em> promises to be one of the better re-imagined retro PC devices to reach the market. As we anxiously await its release, here is a list of the top 5 shooters that will come preloaded on the<em> C64 Mini</em>.
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<strong>Insects In Space</strong>

Let’s call this game an homage to <em>Defender</em> with two large exceptions. First, instead of controlling a spaceship, you control a shapely angel who shoots lasers out of her eyes. Second, instead of saving astronauts from alien abduction, you save plump little pink cherubs. An unusual plot to say the least but the pair does make for an arousing shooter.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxjwcKsb4p0&w=610&h=343]

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<strong>Armalyte: Competition Edition</strong>

Originally to be released in 1990 as a sequel, <em>Armalyte: Competition Edition</em> was placed on a shelf and forgotten until now. The gameplay is outstanding and belongs among the ranks of other shooters like <em>R-type</em> and <em>Blazing Lazers</em>.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXfq5PDt2aE&w=610&h=343]

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<strong>Mega Apocalypse</strong>

<em>Mega Apocalypse</em> is a unique shooter in that it is neither horizontal nor vertical based. Enemies and objects come from all sides as your ship appears to be hurling through interstellar space which makes this game perfect for a joystick controller. The best part of this game is the arcade perfect sounds and voices.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ES_RbE6u6jg&w=610&h=343]

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<strong>Zynaps</strong>

Considered to be one of the best shooters available on both the <em>Commodore 64</em> and the <em>ZX Spectrum</em>, <em>Zynaps</em> is the complete package. The playfield is highly detailed, the sound is sparse but immersive, and each level is challenging but not frustrating.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EZr48QPOb4&w=610&h=343]

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<strong>AlleyKat</strong>

With similar gameplay mechanics like those found in <em>Zaxxon</em>, <em>AlleyKat</em> is a fast paced vertical shooter where you must maneuver above, around and through ground obstacles all the while shooting land and airborne enemies.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV-E_gnzonw&w=610&h=343]