{"id":4245,"date":"2024-01-03T07:55:13","date_gmt":"2024-01-03T07:55:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/videogames.org\/?p=4245"},"modified":"2024-01-03T07:59:27","modified_gmt":"2024-01-03T07:59:27","slug":"blasted","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videogames.org\/?p=4245","title":{"rendered":"Blasted"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"4245\" class=\"elementor elementor-4245\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8f11923 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8f11923\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-dcab6bd\" data-id=\"dcab6bd\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ada5e1f elementor-position-top elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-box\" data-id=\"ada5e1f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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elementor - v3.17.0 - 08-11-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Blasted is a classic arcade video game developed by Bally Midway and released in 1988. This top-down scrolling shooter offers an intense and fast-paced gaming experience, challenging players to navigate through waves of enemy spacecraft while avoiding obstacles and collecting power-ups. Known for its engaging gameplay and vibrant graphics, Blasted holds a special place in the history of arcade gaming.<\/p><p>The development of Blasted can be traced back to the late 1980s when Bally Midway sought to capitalize on the popularity of the shoot &#8217;em up genre. The game was designed by a team of skilled developers who aimed to create a visually impressive and addictively entertaining arcade experience. Released during the declining years of the arcade era, Blasted faced challenges competing with emerging home gaming consoles.<\/p><p>Blasted received positive reviews for its exciting gameplay and eye-catching graphics. Despite the declining popularity of arcades, the game managed to attract a dedicated fan base. The intuitive controls and challenging levels contributed to its positive reception, although it didn&#8217;t achieve the same level of mainstream success as some of its predecessors.<\/p><p>As a standalone arcade title, Blasted did not spawn direct sequels or spin-offs. However, its gameplay mechanics and style are reminiscent of other popular top-down shooters of the era, creating a sense of nostalgia for fans of the genre. Games like Xevious and 1942 share similarities with Blasted in terms of gameplay dynamics and visual style.<br \/>:<br \/>Blasted is considered a relatively rare arcade cabinet, with a limited number of units produced. As a result of its rarity, the game has become a sought-after collector&#8217;s item. The exact production numbers are elusive, adding to the mystique surrounding the game. In the collector&#8217;s market, the estimated value of a functioning Blasted cabinet can vary significantly, depending on factors such as condition, originality, and demand.<\/p><p>Blasted runs on hardware typical of its time, featuring a custom-designed processor, dedicated graphics hardware, and sound capabilities that contributed to the immersive gaming experience. For collectors or enthusiasts looking to maintain or restore a Blasted cabinet, various resources exist online, providing detailed information about the game&#8217;s hardware specifications and a comprehensive list of relevant parts for repairs. Common components for repairs may include power supplies, control panels, and display components.<\/p><p>Blasted remains a noteworthy entry in the history of arcade gaming, offering a glimpse into the final years of the classic arcade era and continuing to captivate collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts to this day.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-5b34e22\" data-id=\"5b34e22\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2566cad elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2566cad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.17.0 - 08-11-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1183\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-4249\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-scaled.jpg 1183w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-139x300.jpg 139w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-473x1024.jpg 473w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-768x1662.jpg 768w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-710x1536.jpg 710w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-946x2048.jpg 946w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-6x12.jpg 6w, https:\/\/videogames.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/20231031_084851-600x1299.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1183px) 100vw, 1183px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bceb3f8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"bceb3f8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/watch?v=iOm___FoOG8&quot;,&quot;start&quot;:46,&quot;autoplay&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;mute&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;loop&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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