Top 10 Best Vectrex Games

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The Vectrex is a vector display-based home video game console developed by Smith Engineering. It was first released for North America in November 1982 and for both Europe and Japan in 1983. Originally manufactured by General Computer Electronics, it was licensed to Milton Bradley after they acquired the company. Bandai released the system in Japan.
In contrast to other video game systems available at the time, the Vectrex uses a monochrome CRT monitor, capable of displaying vector graphics, without need to be hooked up to a television set. The control pad is mounted to the base of the console, and is detachable. Games came with color overlays to compensate for the monochrome screen. A number of peripherals were also produced, such as a pair of 3D goggles known as the "3D Imager", alongside a "light-pen" that allowed the player to draw on the screen. The system also comes with a built-in game, Mine Storm, playable if a cartridge is absent.
The console was originally conceived by John Ross, an employee at Smith Engineering, as far back as late 1980. Originally an idea to clear out excess inventory of 1-inch monitors, the console became Smith's first foray into the home game market. It was at first conceived as a handheld system, known as the "Mini Arcade". Once the prototype was completed, it was presented to General Computer, who agreed to publish the console. Initial sales of the system were strong, causing General Computer to be acquired by Milton Bradley. The Vectrex was a victim of the video game crash of 1983, and was discontinued shortly after Milton Bradley's acquisition by Hasbro.
Despite being a commercial failure, the Vectrex was highly praised for its software library, graphical capabilities and use of a built-in monitor; several publications labeled it one of the best home consoles available at the time. The Vectrex is considered the first video game console to have a 3D-based peripheral. In later years, the system gained a cult following, with many releasing homebrew software for it. A colorized handheld version of the Vectrex was conceived in the late 1980s. However, the success of the Nintendo Game Boy and manufacturing cost caused it to be shelved.
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[@davypeleman3672]

Scramble is my number 1 from the original releases. Many homebrew titles are even better: vectrexians, vector pilot, vector patrol, vectorblade, vyrzon are stepping it up by alot.

[@scoutgamer9448]

I am glad videos like these exist.

[@RetrodudeG]

Thank you scout gamer

[@scoutgamer9448]

@@RetrodudeG hey, if you feel like it, you could make a top 10 best games in regards of how you control a Sword (un the list/video you may have Skyward Sword, Red Steel 2, maybe For Honor, etc)

[@RetrodudeG]

In talking about swords & I need to upgrade my PC Rig?

[@scoutgamer9448]

@@RetrodudeG no urge need of that, maybe use everyone's opinion.

[@RoshFragger]

These games look really cool!!

[@RetrodudeG]

I love vector graphics, it’s sooooo cool! :)

[@MyBurdenToBury]

Scramble should be on this list...

[@andersgunnarsson2489]

Should be number one.

[@AntoRetroGamer]

I must admit...wasn't expecting to see a Top Ten on the Vectrex on this channel! For the early 1980's, some of these games look impressive for their time. Starhawk and Web Wars are stand-outs for me.

[@RetrodudeG]

They are so charming these games!

[@kirksmith6791]

This is a very good best of OG list. The 3D games blew my mind back in the day. Also I love a lot of the newer titles. A Director/voice actor (Joe Grisaffi) in my home town of Houston has been involved in some of these new games like Dead Of Knight which is also a movie that he made.

[@RetrodudeG]

Amazing dude, I love video game history! Thank u for watching Retro forever! :D

[@lucal7756]

What emu is this? I tried Vectrex Online and looks great... what did you use in this video?

[@emanuelgoncalves3054]

Starhawk remember star Wars 32x

[@RetrodudeG]

Great stuff, thanks for watching! Retro Forever :D

[@HeroQuestFans]

at the time I was far more impressed by these than when actual polygon 3d games started coming out. maybe it was the fast and smooth gameplay... and the contrast between the black backgrounds and the bright lines

[@thewingedavenger1007]

Star Castle is the best Vectrex game.

[@RetrodudeG]

Thank u & its good fun game, have you played it before? :)

[@thewingedavenger1007]

@@RetrodudeG I played the Vectrex port, which by many accounts is almost identical to the original arcade version.

[@RetrodudeG]

Is it true that you can get headaches, for playing the Vectrex console way to long?

[@thewingedavenger1007]

@@RetrodudeG I never played the Vectrex for more than 30 minutes at a time. My friend had it, so I could only play when I went to his house.

[@GAMECOREJD]

Should be good if you putted the game name list...

[@RetrodudeG]

Are u blind lol?

[@frenzytcg]

My favorite game so far on the vectrex is berzerk

[@RetrodudeG]

Thanks for watching & I like berzerk also! :)

[@1ChilledDude]

Was there ever a version of BattleZone for this console? Because it seems like an obvious choice and a missed opportunity if there wasn't.

[@RetrodudeG]

Stramash Zone is similar to battlezone!

[@1ChilledDude]

@@RetrodudeG I looked into it. Impressive! Good to see the homebrew scene alive and well for the Vectrex. 😎

[@gan9e]

I have a proper Battlezone for the Vectrex via "VecFever" along with Star Wars & Tempest, Asteroids etc among many other arcade games, thing is this custom cartridge is so rare it can fetch in the region of about £1K upwards... I intend to make some videos with it soon, I'd like to get a sound tap for the chip inside and get a direct feed for the sound, the system is notoriously difficult to film... you have to set the right ISO and etc etc with all the lights out to get a nicer image... anyway these VecFevers are out there on eBay occasionally...

[@RetrodudeG]

Now i am fascinated!

[@Wasabialt]

Emulator name?

[@RetrodudeG]

Sorry I forgot

[@legendodinson7082]

Fortress of Narzod and Star Castle were my favorites.

[@orbitalforest]

I had this console around 1982 , absolutely loved it . Minestorm , Scramble & Hyperchase were my favourites.

[@RetrodudeG]

Awesome, time to built a Time Machine & relive the best glory days of 1982 :)

[@kuniosolis]

Its quite impressive how well defined the lines are, and how smooth it runs

[@RetrodudeG]

defo a head in it’s time :)

[@wayland7150]

Vector graphics really suited 8 bit computers. Much smoother than pushing pixels about.

[@Corsa15DT]

the antialiasing on this thing ...

[@eternalhalloween1]

"Pole Position" looks pretty good.

[@RetrodudeG]

Yep & cool explosions too!