Dynabusters+

Blitter Bombing

Following on from the original shareware "Dyna Blaster" release, Dynabusters+ was released a year later by The Sirius Cybernetics Corp in 1994 for the Atari STe (oh, and for the Falcon - a computer I still can't afford). It's like a Director's Cut of their classic game thanks to the colours, Blitter support, and stunning DMA audio. Honestly, the music and sound effects are brilliant; I could happily just sit and listen to the music for ages.

The gameplay is everything you expect - absolute mayhem! But now with better graphics, extra warzones, fresh bonuses, sound effects, bug fixes, JagPad support, and other stuff detailed in the docs. Up to six players can join the explosive party, although there’s no computer-controlled solo mode, which is a shame, as it would’ve added a lot. My daughter and I played the game using the keyboard and joystick, but other combinations are possible with adapters and the enhanced joystick ports. Untested by me as I've no friends, boohoo.

So, blast the blocks, wisely use bonuses to zest the action up further (you can blast the crappy ones). There is a myriad of different types, some nice and some not so nice - I hate when the controls are reversed! Please note that the screenshots are from emulation, and I had some visual glitches in the menus. Thankfully, everything was perfect using my STe (the controls felt better, too). Real hardware is always best.

If you love Bomberman and have a friend or two (or five), this game is dynamite. Oops, sorry!

• Both games are downloadable at Atari Legend using several cool menu disks.
• This and loads more 'Bomberman' variants are listed on Atarimania.
• Watch this video if you’re wondering how much fun can be had playing this game.
• There are lots of Atari STe games listed in our Enhanced section :-)

My daughter hates those men, but that didn't stop her from loving Dynabusters+!!

I know I always bang on about real hardware being the best, but it really is...

Do you have any idea how tough it was to grab a screenshot of an explosion? lol

But I eventually got the hang of it :)

Don't forget to change the arena, and enjoy killing your family members. Erm...

The Rise Of Love by Hemoroids

Hippie Musical Demo

Hemoroids, the amazing French demogroup, released The Rise of Love for the Atari STe in 2022. It came 1st at Silly Venture 2022 and is different from what I first expected. It abandons the usual mind-boggling, 68000-crushing technical effects for a groovy art demonstration. Don’t get me wrong, that’s a positive.

This demo features a vibrant, uplifting tone, showcasing a ton of pixel art in a groovy way while listening to super chip music. It’s got a funky 70s/80s flair with many memorable moments, reflecting a time when the world was much more sane than it is today. I even spotted the Ford Torino from Starsky & Hutch:)

This demo is brimming with a charming, nostalgic atmosphere. It’s a digital art showcase and a must-watch. Sure, the video is good, but nothing beats real hardware. So get it downloaded right now!

This will unleash your mellow inner hippy. LOL I just know it...

Credits and download

Dieu - Graphics

Dma-Sc - Music

Jade - Graphics

Nytrik - Graphics

pépé - Code, Graphics, video recording

Sink - Text, Other (Support, supervision)

Stranger - Other (Support, supervision)

YQN - Other (Sound effects)

Demozoo download - https://demozoo.org/productions/316212/

Even more AtariSTe demos - https://ataricrypt.blogspot.com/AtariSTe

Hippie or not, this is stunning artwork. Love the colours.

HMD!! I've loved 'em since (iirc) Hemosound.

Ohhh, this is gonna be trippy...

Yep, I knew it. Hippie demoscene stuff.

Hehe, this is so groovy!

Girl playing Space Invaders... ;p

Say hello to the only guy alive who hasn't watched Star Wars!

Come on, this is class artwork with a superb palette tone.

Debbie Harry. Wow. Ahem... I'm saying nothing, or the wife will kill me!!!

Awesome artwork from start to end with stunning music throughout. Perfect.

Stront

DooDoo Gaming

Stront is a cheeky little Tron clone knocked together by Thomas Van Noorden (aka Phenomenon of Teenage) in 2000. Two players dash around another black screen, leaving trails, and the first to crash loses. You can use either the keyboard or a JagPad plugged into the side of your Atari STe. Yes, it's STe only.

The name might literally mean (ahem) "poop", but this is far from that (which is a massive relief, honestly!!). Okay, I doubt any Tron game really pushes our computer to its absolute limits, but this is seriously smooth with bucket loads of colourful lines and some astounding digi-sound by Niels Kleine (aka Tinker).

Crude name, great game, and the best gaming fun you'll have with a friend!

• Atarimania has the download and instructions.
• BSW Demo CD #113 contains Stront, so grab that at Demozoo.
• Hey, we have many more Atari STe games listed right here!

Hmm, Stront doesn't make for an exciting run of screenshots...

...but I did it anyway!

We enjoyed this little game a bunch.