Prepare for a relentless assault on the senses. In the year 3257, the red sands of Mars are the last bastion of hope. You are the pilot of the Octagon’s most advanced fighter—and you are all that stands between humanity and the biomechanical nightmare of Planet Necronom.
 
Released in 1991 by Linel and developed by the visionaries at Lunatic Software, Necronom isn't just a shoot 'em up; it’s a test of pure, unadulterated skill. This is a "Euroshmup" in its purest form—unforgiving, atmospheric, and visually striking.
 
THE MISSION
Navigate through 32 zones of high-octane, horizontally scrolling action. From the metallic depths of Mechanoid cities to the grotesque beauty of the Slime N Fire zones, every level presents a new, lethal environment designed to crush the unworthy.
 
KEY FEATURES
Tactical Ship Customization: Before you even pull the trigger, you must master the "Equip the Ship" phase. Allocate your finite energy reserves across seven critical systems:
Engine Speed: Outmanoeuvre the swarms.
Firepower: Choose your bullet spray and strength.
Ordnance: Deploy bouncing bombs and missiles.
Defence: Manage your Disruptors and Shields.
Multiplier: For those who dare to play for the high score.
Branching Paths: Your journey is yours to command. After the initial breach, consult the tactical map and choose from three different routes. Do you take the direct, high-risk path to the heart of Necronom, or the longer, more strategic flanking manoeuvres?
Legendary "Euroshmup" Aesthetics: Featuring the iconic metallic art style of Michael Tschögl, Necronom pushes the Amiga’s OCS/ECS hardware with smooth scrolling, detailed sprites, and a pseudo-3D look that defined an era.
Stereo Sonic Assault: Immerse yourself in a haunting, pulse-pounding synth soundtrack that perfectly captures the dark sci-fi vibes of a galaxy under siege.
The Ultimate Challenge: This is a game for "joystick hotshots." With intelligent enemy AI and massive end-of-level guardians, only those with lightning-fast reflexes and a mastery of their ship’s systems will survive.
 
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Platform: Commodore Amiga (A500/A600/A1200 compatible)
Format: 3.5" Floppy Disk
Sound: Full Stereo MOD Tracker Music
Difficulty: Extreme (Autofire joystick highly recommended!)
 
DO YOU HAVE THE NERVE TO REACH THE CORE? Necronom is a classic piece of Amiga history—a game that rewards determination and punishes hesitation. If you grew up on R-Type, Xenon 2, and Blood Money, your collection is incomplete without the dark, biomechanical mastery of NECRONOM.