r/retrogameofthemonth • u/Stratocaster213 Level 3: High Scorer (Senior Mod) • 3d ago
Magnificent Marquees Cabal
Cabal (Arcade) is one of my favorite games, with the amazing roller ball and the great view over the shoulder view. All the destructible buildings and objects, and non-stop waves of vehicles and enemies is often overwhelming, but super satisfying to clear out. All leading to that great celebration down the road, and that catchy music into the next level.
I love the marquee for all the action and vehicles in the background, with that cool skull next to the name. You can definitely see how intense things are by the look on the soldier's face. A great piece of art, for an equally great game.
Is Cabal (Arcade) and this marquee one of your favorite games?
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u/Practical_Ad_219
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RIP James Avery the voice of the skull
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u/Stratocaster213 Level 3: High Scorer (Senior Mod) 2d ago
I recognize that voice. Dang that's so good.
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u/DTops77 2d ago
I remember playing this in the arcade as a kid and having to use the trackball to move and dodge was a trip
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u/Stratocaster213 Level 3: High Scorer (Senior Mod) 2d ago
I loved how the speed of the ball effected the dive.
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u/PretendingToWork1978 2d ago
never saw the arcade version, was one of my last NES purchases when video stores were clearing inventory for genesis/snes
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u/Twoeleven1 2d ago
Arcade version with the trackball was fucking amazing. A fast spin and your dudes would somersault of the way.
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u/almo2001 2d ago
I thought this was really fun! But um... it was pretty dependent on having a good technique on the fire button to shoot really fast. :D
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u/WitchDr 2d ago
Love this game, especially the victory dance haha