Wibarm [a1]

1989 · MS-DOS · Arsys Software, Inc.

Alternate version of msdos_Wibarm_1989 preserved by ianoid. Also For FM-7, PC-88, PC-98, Sharp X1 Developed by Arsys Software, Inc. Published by Brøderbund Software, Inc. Released 1989 Gameplay RPG elements, Shooter Perspective Side view, Top-down Genre Action Setting Sci-Fi / Futuristic Visual 2D scrolling Vehicular Mecha / Giant Robot Art Anime / Manga Description Wibarm is an action game with RPG elements, and several gameplay modes. The player controls a robot who can also transform into a tank or a flying spacecraft; each form has its own strengths and weaknesses. Similarly to Thexder , the player guides the transformable robot through side-scrolling levels, shooting at enemies and trying to stay alive. However, when the robot enters a building, the game transforms into one of the earlier examples of a 3D, third-person perspective shooter. The levels culminate in boss battles, which take place on separate top-down areas. The player is given a considerable freedom as to which locations to visit first. Collecting power units increases the robot's power. If a particular boss encounter proves to be too difficult, the player can explore other areas, level up, and return to the boss stronger than before, giving the game an RPG angle. From Mobygames.com. Original Entry