Space Micon Kit

SNK • 1978

Space Micon Kit — Title screen
Title screen
Space Micon Kit — Gameplay
Gameplay

Space Micon Kit is a two-player ball and paddle game released by SNK in 1978. Players control paddles at the bottom of the screen to deflect a ball upward, breaking blocks arranged above. The objective is to clear all the blocks from the playfield. This TTL (Time Trial Logic) variation on the Breakout formula offers a straightforward challenge focused on precision and reflexes as players work cooperatively or competitively to succeed. The gameplay presents a simple but engaging experience, requiring quick reactions to keep the ball in play and strategically direct it toward the brick wall. As blocks are destroyed, they disappear, opening up new angles and pathways for the bouncing projectile. Two players can participate simultaneously, adding a layer of interaction and potential for both assistance and playful interference. Space Micon Kit provides a classic arcade experience rooted in early video game design, representing an example of SNK’s contributions to the burgeoning arcade scene of the late seventies.

Details

Manufacturer
SNK
Year
1978
Players
2
Genre
TTL * Ball & Paddle / Breakout
Display
raster, rotated 90°
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
smiconk

Machine data derived from the MAME project.