Imago (cocktail set)

Acom’s Imago, released in 1984, is a two-player vertical shooter presented as part of a cocktail cabinet arcade game. Players control spacecraft maneuvering across the screen using eight-way joysticks to target and destroy incoming objects. The gameplay involves navigating through formations of enemies while managing limited firepower; players use a single button for firing. The game features a vibrant color palette with a resolution of 224x256 pixels, presented on a vertical display. Imago utilizes two Zilog Z80 processors—one handling main gameplay functions and the other dedicated to sound—along with General Instrument AY8910 chips for audio output. This early shoot 'em up offers cooperative action as players work together to overcome waves of adversaries, providing a shared experience within the arcade setting.