Play Arcade Classic No. 2 : Millipede & Centipede Online

I picked up Arcade Classic No. 2: Millipede & Centipede for the original Game Boy. It was published by Nintendo and released in 1995, a time when bringing arcade shooters to a handheld felt ambitious. This cartridge bundled two classic arcade games into one portable format, letting you play either one on the go.

You control a small ship, called the Gnat, at the bottom of the screen. Your goal is to shoot the centipede or millipede as it winds down from the top, while also avoiding other enemies like spiders and fleas. The main mechanics involve shooting segments of the creature to break it apart, destroying mushrooms to clear your firing lanes, and navigating a field that quickly fills with obstacles. The game is fast and gets difficult quickly, demanding sharp reflexes to survive the increasing chaos. It feels tense and immediate, a direct test of your aim and movement under pressure.