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Tyrian 2000 is a top-down scrolling shooter released for MS-DOS in 1999. Developed by Eclipse Software and published by XSIV Games, this arcade-style game is set in a science fiction universe. The player assumes the role of a starfighter pilot navigating through various levels filled with enemy craft and obstacles.

Players control the starfighter Trent Hawkings, undertaking missions to combat the hostile corporation MicroSol. The primary objective is to progress through a series of stages, each culminating in a confrontation with a larger enemy or boss. Gameplay involves maneuvering the ship to avoid incoming fire while using an array of weapons to destroy adversaries. The structure includes revisiting certain locations with altered level layouts as the narrative develops, introducing new threats and mission parameters.

A central system involves extensively customizing the player's ship between missions. This includes selecting different hull types, purchasing and upgrading primary and secondary weapons, and enhancing defensive systems like shields and generators. The game also allows for the attachment of auxiliary drone units, referred to as sidekicks. With access to numerous ship configurations and over a hundred weapon variations, these mechanics provide a wide range of tactical options. Tyrian 2000 supports both local two-player cooperative arcade play and network connections for multiplayer sessions.