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'''Thexder''' was the evolution of transforming robot games such as [[Formation Z]] and [[Volguard]]. Thexder is a robot that is capable of transforming into a jet, in a manner similar to the [ | '''Thexder''' was the evolution of transforming robot games such as [[Formation Z]] and [[Volguard]]. Thexder is a robot that is capable of transforming into a jet, in a manner similar to the [[wp:VF-1 Valkyrie|Robotech VF-1 Valkyrie]], or [[wp:Starscream|Decepticon Starscream]]. The game was not limited to side scrolling like it forerunners. Instead, it could scroll in all directions. Thexder was also a more capable fighter, with a computer assisted threat targeting system and a particle shield that is as much a weapon as it is a tool for defense. | ||
Thexder also bears the distinction of being the first title published for the [[NES|Famicom]] by [[Squaresoft]], the company who would be better known for its [[Final Fantasy]] series. But Thexder was not developed by Squaresoft. Rather, it was developed in a talented Japanese studio known as [[Game Arts]]. The designers have sited [[Atari]] arcade game [[Major Havok]] as one of their inspirations. Game Arts released the game on several popular Japanese home computers, including the [[MSX]], where it sold tremendously well. [[Sierra Entertainment]] bought the rights to release this successful game outside of Japan, and it was just as successful, becoming a best-seller for Sierra. The Famicom conversion was never converted for play on the NES. | Thexder also bears the distinction of being the first title published for the [[NES|Famicom]] by [[Squaresoft]], the company who would be better known for its [[Final Fantasy]] series. But Thexder was not developed by Squaresoft. Rather, it was developed in a talented Japanese studio known as [[Game Arts]]. The designers have sited [[Atari]] arcade game [[Major Havok]] as one of their inspirations. Game Arts released the game on several popular Japanese home computers, including the [[MSX]], where it sold tremendously well. [[Sierra Entertainment]] bought the rights to release this successful game outside of Japan, and it was just as successful, becoming a best-seller for Sierra. The Famicom conversion was never converted for play on the NES. | ||