Desert Gun

Step into the arid landscape of Desert Gun, a single-player shooter released in 1977 by Midway. This first-person experience places you behind a light gun, tasked with eliminating roadrunners and buzzards that populate the desert environment. Utilizing an Intel 8080 processor and discrete sound circuitry, the game presents a simple visual palette across a 256x224 pixel screen at a refresh rate of 60 Hz. Gameplay revolves around accurately targeting and shooting the various animals as they appear on screen. A single button provides basic control alongside the light gun’s aiming function. Originally conceived under the name "Road Runner," the title was altered to avoid potential legal conflict with another game bearing the same moniker. Desert Gun offers a straightforward, classic arcade experience focused on skill and precision in a distinctly Western setting.