Centipede (1998)
Save the peaceful Wee People from the ruthless QueenPede in this 3D remake of the Atari classic.
Alternatives
Choose Wario World if…
- you want a single‑player only experience
- you need platforming puzzles and hidden rooms
- you crave the coin‑vacuum loot system
- you prefer Nintendo branding over arcade shooters
- you don't need split‑screen multiplayer
Choose Mega Man 5 if…
- you need a permanent boss‑weapon acquisition system
- you prefer a single‑player only experience
- you want a longer 13‑stage campaign instead of five worlds
- you enjoy precise platforming challenges over arena shooting
Choose SWIV 3D if…
- you want to switch between helicopter and tank mid‑game
- you need keyboard‑optimized twin‑stick controls
- you prefer a single‑player focused high‑score loop
- you don't need split‑screen multiplayer
Choose Centipede (1981) if…
- you need the original 1980 scoring and difficulty curve
- you prefer a game that runs on any modest PC or console
- you want two‑player co‑op/versus on the same screen without
- you value historical significance over modern graphics
Choose Millipede if…
- you have a trackball and want analog aiming
- you need an endless mode for marathon high‑score runs
- you prefer instant‑play arcade sessions over a multi‑world
- you want quick local multiplayer without loading new levels
- you value authentic 1980s Atari graphics over 3D remakes
How to Decide
Centipede is a 3D remake of the Atari classic that appeals to retro gamers and arcade action fans. The alternatives split into a few clear camps: SWIV 3D leans on twin‑stick controls and multiple vehicle types for fast‑paced arcade shooting; Mega Man 5 emphasizes platforming with a weapon‑upgrade system and a single‑player stage‑based campaign; the original Centipede is chosen for its historic arcade roots and a cooperative alternating two‑player mode; Wario World is selected for its 3D platforming brawler mechanics and loot‑collection focus; Blaster Master stands out with its drill‑tank‑plus‑on‑foot hybrid gameplay and hidden‑passage exploration.
When comparing these options, the key factors that actually shift the experience are: the gameplay perspective and core mechanic (pure 3D shooter, platformer, classic 2D arcade, or vehicle‑plus‑on‑foot hybrid), the multiplayer offering (split‑screen, alternating two‑player, or single‑player only), the control scheme emphasis (twin‑stick, platforming buttons, or vehicle controls), the breadth of content (number of worlds or stages and boss variety versus hidden secrets and upgrades), and the price point (most sit at $19.99 but Wario World costs $49.99, which may matter for budget‑conscious retro fans).
All Alternatives
“3D remake of the original Centipede concept, retaining the core insect‑shooting gameplay.”
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