You pressed the "M" key for new missions and they were transmitted by Morse code. The mission area was very limited-a group of islands in the Pacific, which was subdivided into 20 "quadrants". All functions were generated by the keyboard (mouse - what's a mouse?). Although it simulated GATO class subs, there were only four bow torpedo tubes available. The graphics were very limited, CGA with stick figures for ships, of which there were five enemy types. As the submarine history page at describes it: "This was the first sub simulator for a personal computer. The first World War II submarine simulation ever made for the PC, GATO was a true pioneer in this niche genre, an ambitious sim that features a lot of realistic instruments and weapons. Be prepared to direct your damage control team to fix up your damaged submarine ASAP! The mission ends when you have successfully eliminated all targets in the map. When all hell breaks loose, an identified submarine is a sitting duck to those Japanese guns. Be warned that although you have the element of surprise, enemy ships can fire back! Gameplay consists of missions where the primary directive is to navigate your submarine to track and intercept (multiple) enemy warships (patrol boats, destroyers, etc.) on the randomly created map and close in for the kill with torpedoes.Ĭombat itself consists of a direct visual of enemy ships (via periscope) and firing torpedoes at the correct angle to ultimately sink the ship. Gato is a 3D real-time submarine simulation game.
Standalone DRM-free versions for Windows, Mac and Linux.In Gato, you play the commander of a United States submarine in the Pacific Ocean during World War II against Japanese warships.The game supports a wide range of controller setups so how you play is up to you. TATE Mode) for a truly authentic arcade experience. Choose from 8-bit favourites or create your own!Īt the touch of a button your screen rotates into portrait mode (a.k.a. Unlock 64 palettes that completely change the look of everything in the game. Only now you don't need a stack of coins to stand a chance at getting a High Score. RETRO ARCADE FEEL:Ī love letter to arcade classics with crunchy pixel art, chiptune soundtrack, authentic cabinet artwork and compulsive gameplay.
CHALLENGING:ĭon't underestimate its simplicity this game tests your reflexes like no other! And while your ship might become stardust in a matter of seconds, you can instantly jump back in for "just one more go". Every shot fired changes your direction, and mastering this is the key to becoming a legend among the stars. Piloting an advanced star fighter with just one button is simple: you switch, you shoot. Your assistance is required! No experience necessary.
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