Retro Parsec

Retro Parsec

Remake of the TI-99/4a classic

$0.99

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Version History of Retro Parsec

2.3

May 22, 2020

Fixed a bug which caused screen scaling issues with iPhone X and newer when the app was launched while holding the phone in portrait position.

2.2

July 17, 2019

Fixed a bug which made the asteroid belts far too short in duration. Added persistent high-score. When you exit the app and re-load it, the high-score won't be lost anymore!

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2.1

April 11, 2016

This update is signed with Apple’s latest signing certificate. No new features are included.

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Description of Retro Parsec

Enjoy the nostalgia of this classic game re-created in the original style of the TI-99/4a computer game from the 1980's! Re-live the era with blocky but colourful graphics and simple but captivating sound effects. You are the commander of the starship Parsec patrolling an alien planet. Suddenly, the on-board computer announces that you are about to come under attack by small alien fighters and large, heavily armed, hostile alien cruisers! The fighters are highly mobile, and unless they are eliminated by your laser, they fill the screen, restrict manoeuvering of your craft, and may cause a deadly collision. The cruisers are highly aggressive and their armament devastating. Armed with photon missiles, they track your ship and fire on it. You must out-manoeuver and destroy them with accurate fire from your ship's laser. If you survive the waves of alien craft, do not let down your guard, for you also have to blast through an asteroid belt or refuel your ship, demanding the utmost in skilful flying. Parsec is a challenging, exciting game packed with thrills. Danger and excitement are brought on with each new attack. Some of Parsec's features include: - Waves of attack from seven different alien craft. - Challenging flights through refuelling tunnels. - Asteroid belts through which you must blast a path for your starship. - Synthesised speech to warn of approaching alien craft or when it's time to refuel. - Three different lifts to vary the speed at which the ship moves vertically. - Increased difficulty levels to challenge you. Parsec is a one-player game which tests your skills and strategy. Movement of the ship on screen may be controlled by on-screen controls or an MFI certified Bluetooth controller. When the Bluetooth controller is used, the A button is for firing the laser and the B button alters the lift speed. Scoring of points for destroying alien craft increases with waves and levels. Bonus points are awarded for successfully navigating an asteroid belt and refuelling. Asteroid belts increase in speed and duration as levels increase. Extra ships are awarded at certain score levels throughout the game.
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Retro Parsec: FAQ

Is Retro Parsec compatible with the iPad?

Yes, Retro Parsec is iPad-friendly.

Who launched the Retro Parsec app?

Retro Parsec was launched by Yesung Moore.

What is the minimum iOS version needed for Retro Parsec to work?

The minimum iOS requirement: 9.0.

What user rating does the app have?

The Retro Parsec app has a consumer rating of 4.1 and gets a lot of positive feedback.

What genre is the Retro Parsec app?

The App Category Of Retro Parsec Is Games.

What’s the latest version of the Retro Parsec app?

The latest version of Retro Parsec is 2.3.

When did the last Retro Parsec update come out?

The latest Retro Parsec update was released on October 6, 2024.

When did Retro Parsec get launched?

The Retro Parsec app originally came out on February 5, 2023.

What content advisory rating does Retro Parsec have?

May contain some mildly suggestive content, appropriate for ages 9 and up.

What are the languages supported by the Retro Parsec app?

Currently, Retro Parsec supports American English.

Is Retro Parsec included in the roster of games on Apple Arcade?

No, Retro Parsec is not on Apple Arcade.

Does Retro Parsec support in-app purchases?

No, Retro Parsec does not support in-app purchases.

Is Retro Parsec designed for Apple Vision Pro integration?

Sorry, Retro Parsec is not designed for integration with Apple Vision Pro.

Does Retro Parsec use ad-based monetization?

No, Retro Parsec does not use ad-based monetization.

Screenshot of Retro Parsec

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Reviews of Retro Parsec

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  • I had a TI99/4A back in the good old days.

    This was the first cartridge game I got for it, and this version is spot on. Perfect. Couldn’t do TI Invaders next could you?
  • Parsec!

    Great game visually, but there doesn’t seem to be any audio.
    The game description says there are sound effects but I can’t hear any.
  • Terrible controls for an awesome game

    I loved Parsec on the TI-99/4a. This is a faithful reproduction, except for one thing.

    The controls are terrible! They only work intermittently, and the fixed location and small trigger areas only serves to highlight the shortcoming of touch-screen controls - you have to look at the controls, to use them.

    The control area is too small, which means you frequently miss them.

    Because they are fixed, you constantly have to look down to reorient your fingers.

    They also seem far more sensitive than the controls on the original. The game and ship speed at level 1 feels like level 3, on the original; it’s too easy to fly into the ground or an enemy ship.

    I want to love this game again, but it’s pretty much unplayable past level 1.
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    Developer Response

    Sorry to hear that, I will look at ways to improve it in the future. You can use a MFI controller to play 😃