Fighting Roller

Kaneko (Taito license) • 1983

Also known as: Roller Aces

Fighting Roller — Title screen
Title screen
Fighting Roller — Gameplay
Gameplay

Compete head-to-head in Fighting Roller, a fast-paced vertical game released in 1983 by Taito under license from Kaneko. Players control roller skaters navigating an obstacle course against each other, striving to reach the finish line first. The gameplay focuses on agility and quick reflexes as you dodge barriers and attempt to impede your opponent’s progress. This two-player arcade game offers a unique blend of competitive action and skill-based maneuvering. Using an eight-way joystick for precise control, players must skillfully navigate the track while strategically hindering their rival's advancement. Known outside Japan as "Roller Aces," Fighting Roller provides a straightforward but engaging experience centered around speed and precision. The game is powered by Zilog Z80 processors and features sound generated by General Instrument AY8910 chips, creating an energetic audio backdrop to the roller skating race.

Details

Manufacturer
Kaneko (Taito license)
Year
1983
Players
2
Genre
Fighter / Vertical
Display
raster, rotated 270°
Emulation status
imperfect
MAME ID
fightrol

Machine data derived from the MAME project.