Robotron 2084 – Killer Robots
This 1982 arcade classic is all about blasting robots to smithereens in the name of protecting humans. Like a lot of games of its era (including the similarly robot-blastin’ 1980 smash hit Berzerk), it’s not exactly big on story, but it still has a core concept: the robots have revolted, and it’s up to you to blow them to bits while also saving the last human family. Robotron 2084 may be a simple game, but it’s also blisteringly exciting, highly influential, and full of iconic arcade game sound effects. And hey, as simple as it is, right now something feels relevant and satisfying about the idea of protecting humanity from an all-encompassing robotic threat. —Carolyn Petit
