''Z-Out'' is a horizontally

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released for the

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and

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by Rainbow Arts in 1990. It is the sequel to '' X-Out'', adding two-player co-operative play.

Gameplay

Reception

While its critical reception was positive—particular praise went to its graphics—many reviewers noted that the game was unoriginal.

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* * 1990 video games Amiga games Atari ST games Europe-exclusive video games Horizontally scrolling shooters Video games developed in Germany Video game sequels Video games scored by Chris Huelsbeck Multiplayer and single-player video games Rainbow Arts games {{scroll-shooter-videogame-stub