Windjammers

Bust that joystick/keyboard! That’s how tense this wonderful and legendary arcade title is.

Developed by Data East and published on the Neo Geo, this game featured the never-before-seen Frisbee gameplay. You could say the game mechanics shared influences with the widely-known Pong. The games have the goal to score points by throwing a disc to their opponent’s side to win the match.

There are 6 different characters to choose from, each one with their own signature throw. The two features that distinguish them are, aside from their special throw, speed and strength.

There are also 6 different terrains, each one with its own gimmicks that make each match a new experience.

This game requires skill and reflexes, given that you can perform advanced techniques like rebound throws that change the disc direction to trick the rival, or throwing high aiming at the centre of the field so your opponent won’t catch it — the possibilities are endless.

A classic we can highly recommend, but be patient if you’re playing solo against the CPU — it’s truly challenging! If you’re playing against a friend, smash them!