Williams Multigame
hack (Clay Cowgill) • 2001


Williams Multigame arrived in arcades in 2001 as a compilation title from Clay Cowgill, offering players access to a selection of classic Williams games within a single cabinet. Typically housed in a straightforward design with game titles listed on the exterior and "MIDWAY" displayed where a marquee would normally be, this machine provided a concentrated dose of retro arcade action for two players simultaneously. The compilation includes popular titles such as Defender, allowing players to control spacecraft engaged in intense aerial combat against relentless waves of enemies while rescuing captured humans. Gameplay revolves around skillful maneuvering and strategic shooting to survive increasingly challenging scenarios. Though the cabinets themselves featured a more utilitarian aesthetic, with smaller monitors than some contemporary arcade games, Williams Multigame provided a readily accessible collection of well-regarded titles for those seeking familiar, fast-paced gaming experiences.
Details
- Manufacturer
- hack (Clay Cowgill)
- Year
- 2001
- Players
- 2
- Genre
- MultiGame / Compilation
- Display
- raster
- Emulation status
- good
- Release type
- Unofficial (bootleg/hack)
- MAME ID
- wmg
Machine data derived from the MAME project.