Let’s have a look at some Japanese Video Games ads from the 1980’s. Apologies if some of these originate from other Asian countries – I do not speak the language, but am nonetheless fascinated by these vintage ads. Enjoy.
Well, the only English words I can find are “House Mannequin”, so I haven’t a clue what this game is about. Still, it looks oddly interesting.
Shuttle Invader (1979) – The resemblance to Space Invaders is hard to miss.
Dracula House and Space Defender
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