Cosmo Tank

Pilot a tank through alien worlds in first‑ and third‑person combat

gameThird-Person Shooters shooter arcade retro

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Our Verdict

Best for

Retro tank shooter fans craving perspective switching and link‑cable multiplayer

Skip if

Those wanting modern graphics or non‑PC platforms

What is Cosmo Tank?

Cosmo Tank puts you behind the controls of an armored fighting vehicle, shifting between overhead, third‑person, and first‑person views as you navigate planetary surfaces and tunnels. Destroy alien Life Cores, defeat the Master Insect, and travel to new planets via scrolling stages. The game offers three distinct modes: Quest for a story‑driven campaign, Training for practice and ranking, and VS for head‑to‑head competition via link cable. Earn experience, reach level 6, and see your final rank after each run.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

msrp$29.99

developerAsuka Technologies

publisherAtlus

multiplayerSingle player, Multiplayer

release date1990-06-08

Key Features of Cosmo Tank

Switches view to first‑person when entering tunnels for immersive combat.

Provides both overhead and third‑person perspectives on planetary surfaces.

Features three gameplay modes: Quest, Training, and VS multiplayer via link cable.

Allows players to earn up to 999 experience points and reach level 6.

Includes a ranking system that displays a skull‑and‑crossbones for the lowest performance.

Travel between planets is presented as a vertically scrolling stage after core destruction.

Supports both single‑player campaign and two‑player link‑cable races.

Offers a closed‑area training mode that grades player performance with a rank.

Use Cases for Cosmo Tank

Story Campaign

Complete the Quest mode to destroy Life Cores across five planets.

Skill Practice

Use Training mode to hone tank controls and earn a performance rank.

Competitive Play

Challenge a friend via link cable in VS mode to race for the alien leader.

Retro Gaming

Experience classic 1990s tank shooter mechanics on modern PC.

Pros & Cons of Cosmo Tank

Pros

Varied perspective switching adds gameplay depth
Three distinct modes keep replayability high
Link‑cable multiplayer offers unique competitive experience
Clear progression with experience and level caps

Cons

Limited to PC platform in this listing
Graphics are dated by modern standards
Multiplayer requires physical link cable

Frequently Asked Questions

What platforms is Cosmo Tank available on?

Cosmo Tank is currently available on PC.

Can I play multiplayer without a link cable?

Multiplayer requires a Game Link Cable for two‑player races.

How many experience points can I earn?

Players can earn up to 999 experience points, reaching level 6.

What is the highest rank achievable?

The highest rank is displayed after completing the game or a game over, reflecting your final score.

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