Strategy X (ス卜ラテジーX) is a 1981 vertically scrolling shooter developed and published by Konami as an arcade video game. It was licensed to Stern Electronics for US distribution. A version for the Atari 2600 was published by Konami in 1983. The player controls a tank through various stages, defeating enemies and picking up fuel.
An emulated version of the original arcade game was included as part of Game Room for the Xbox 360 and Windows on May 26, 2010. It was also included as part of the Arcade Archives series for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 on June 19, 2025.
Reception
In a retrospective look, AllGame said, “Strategy X‘s graphics are colorful, but not always helpful in terms of figuring out what’s going on”.
References
External links
- Strategy X at the Killer List of Videogames
- Strategy X at Arcade History
Gamer24h Editor's Take
Having closely reviewed Strategy X, the Gamer24h editorial team considers it one of the most noteworthy titles of recent times. The visionary approach of developer Konami, combined with the expertise of publisher Konami, has resulted in an exceptionally refined product. Its innovative take on the Scrolling shooter genre offers a breath of fresh air for fans of the category. In short, an outstanding and immersive gaming experience awaits genre fans — we highly recommend giving it a shot!