What is Vectrex?
Vectrex is an 8-bit game console released in 1982. ectrex has a built-in screen based on vector graphics, i.e. the screen image consists of lines drawn from point to point instead of pixel graphics. As you know, Vectrex is the only consumer electronics device for home use that has a vector graphic display. Because of this, Vectrex is a coveted device among enthusiasts. The original Vectrex was developed by John Ross. Vectrex was manufactured by General Consumer Electronics (GCE), which also brought the game console to the market.
28 games were originally created for the Vectrex. All original Vectrex games can be found in the Retro Game House collections. Even today, new games are released for Vectrex by enthusiasts. Games made by hobbyists are called homebrew games. Retro Game House’s collections also include dozens of homebrew games.
The Vectrex game console includes a screen and a separate controller at the end of the cable. Two controllers can be connected to Vextrex at the same time. In addition, for Vectrex there are additional parts, such as a light pen and color transparencies that can be placed on top of the screen. Color films bring colors to games, instead of a black and white screen.
Original Vectrex games
Bedlam
The player shoots enemies from their ship with different shaped levels.
Developer: Developed by Lenny Carlson, William Hawkins, published by GCE, MB
Published: 1983
Berzerk
The player moves in different shaped labyrinths and shoots enemies.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Blitz!
The game simulates American football.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB
Published: 1982
Clean Sweep
A Pac-Man-style game where the player moves through a labyrinth and collects money with a vacuum cleaner.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Cosmic Chasm
In the game, the player moves through a labyrinthine dungeon and shoots enemies. The goal is to get to the center of the cave.
Developer: Kehittänyt CGE, julkaissut GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Fortress of Narzod
The player moves his ship in the mountains and tries to reach the castle at the top. The player destroys the guards guarding the castle.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB
Published: 1983
Hyperchase
The player drives a Formula 1 car. In the game, you dodge other cars, drive as fast as possible and collect points.
Developer: Developed by Jeff Corsiglia, Chris King, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Melody Master
In the game, you make music with a light pen.
Developer: Developed and published by GCE
Published: 1983
Polar Rescue
In the game, you advance on a submarine in enemy territory and rescue survivors. In addition, you dodge torpedoes launched by enemies.
Developer: Developed and published by GCE
Published: 1983
Pole Position
The player drives a car racing on a track.
Developer: Developed and published by GCE
Published: 1983
Rip-off
The player protects fuel tanks from bandits. If the bandits managed to take the fuel, it's game over.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Scramle
In the game, the platform is controlled through five different levels. At the sixth level, the base is destroyed.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Soccer Football
The game is about football. The player controls three players. The game is also known as Heads Up.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB
Published: 1982
Space Wars
The player controls the ship and shoots enemy ships. Survivors dropped from enemy ships are picked up before they drift into the sun. The game is also known as Solar Quest.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Spike
In the game, the girlfriend of a cartoon character named Spike has been kidnapped. The player controls Spike and rescues the girlfriend by advancing through platforms and ladders.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB
Published: 1983
Spinball
The game imitates a pinball game.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB
Published: 1983
Star Castle
The player shoots enemies from between the walls of the castle.
Developer: Developed and published by CGE
Published: 1983
Star Hawk
In the game, you collect points by shooting alien ships from another planet.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Starship
A flight simulation game where the player takes on the role of Captain Kirk. Player flies through enemy territory and clears his way through enemy ships. The game is also known as Star Trek: The motion picture.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE, MB, Bandai
Published: 1982
Web Warp
The player moves on a bird through the online world, shoots enemies and collects various creatures. The game is also known as Web Wars.
Developer: Developed by CGE, published by GCE
Published: 1983