Genix Family

Genix Family is a two-player shooter released in 1994 by NIX. Players control characters who bounce and propel themselves through vertically scrolling environments inspired by the American West. The core gameplay revolves around popping balloons to advance, reminiscent of games like Pang. Utilizing an 8-way joystick and three buttons, players must navigate tricky terrain while strategically eliminating airborne targets. The game’s graphics display at a resolution of 288x224 pixels with a color palette offering over eight thousand hues. It runs on a Motorola 68000 processor paired with an OKI6295 sound chip, providing audio accompaniment to the action. Developed by a team including Argi Salvador and Fernando Yago, Genix Family offers cooperative gameplay for two players navigating a colorful, bouncing adventure.