Overview

Space Chaser is an arcade game developed by Taito Corporation in 1979. It is a maze chase type game where the player controls a spaceship navigating through a series of labyrinth-like structures.

Gameplay

The objective of the game is to collect various items scattered throughout mazes while avoiding enemy ships. The player must use strategic movements to outmaneuver opponents and complete the levels. Points are awarded based on the items collected and the number of enemies evaded or destroyed.

Historical Significance

Released at the cusp of the golden age of arcade games, this title contributed to the popularity of maze chase games that would later be dominated by more well-known titles. While it may not have achieved the iconic status of some of its successors, it remains a part of the early wave of games that explored challenging and strategic gameplay in an arcade setting.