Ristar vs Star Voyager

Ristar is a 1995 platform game where you control an anthropomorphic star with extendable arms, using them to navigate colorful worlds and defeat enemies. The story follows Ristar’s quest to stop the space pirate Kaiser Greedy and free the galaxy’s leaders from mind control.

Star Voyager puts you in the pilot's seat of a space fighter, navigating a galactic map and engaging enemies from a first‑person cockpit view. The game draws heavily from the Atari Star Raiders concept, offering quadrant‑based navigation and ship‑system management. Damage to ship sections can be repaired at space stations, adding a strategic layer to the arcade action. Originally released in Japan as Cosmo Genesis in late 1986, Acclaim brought it to the U.S. under the Star Voyager title.

• Unique arm‑stretch mechanic adds fresh gameplay
• Bright, colorful sci‑fi visuals
• Single‑player focus provides a cohesive story
• Available on multiple modern platforms

• Authentic 80s arcade feel
• Strategic ship damage and repair mechanics
• Simple yet engaging controls
• Rich retro visuals

• Original difficulty can be steep for newcomers
• Limited replay content beyond main stages
• No multiplayer or co‑op mode

• Limited to single-player mode
• No modern save or checkpoint system
• Graphics may feel dated to new players