Area 51

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The plot of the game involves the player (Peterson) taking part in a STAAR (Strategic Tactical Advanced Alien Response) military incursion to prevent aliens, known as the Kronn, and alien-created zombies from taking over the Area 51 military facility.

Area 51 is a light gun arcade game released by Atari Games. It takes its name from the Area 51 military facility.

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Area 51/Maximum Force Duo

Source: IGDB · IGDB 39597

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Area 51

Source: IGDB · IGDB 199022

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Area 51

Source: IGDB · IGDB 200152

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Developer
Mesa Logic
Publisher
GT Interactive Software · Midway Games · SoftBank · Atari Games · Time Warner Interactive · Tec Toy
Release · PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • WorldwideSep 30, 1996

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