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Play Quasar Cadence free in your browser. It is Retro Arcade's original retro-style take on the core Galaga gameplay format.

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GAME 011 QUASAR CADENCE
SCORE 0WAVE 1/3SHIPS 3
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CADENCE

Sweep three enemy waves. Watch for diving craft and return fire.

MOVE: ← → / A D / DRAG · FIRE: SPACE / HOLD
STEER / FIRE
WIDE DESKTOP Use Left and Right or A and D to move, and Space to fire.PORTRAIT PHONE Drag the ship or use the on-screen Left, Right, and Fire buttons.
DESKTOP Use Left and Right or A and D to move, and Space to fire.MOBILE Drag the ship or use the on-screen Left, Right, and Fire buttons.
01 / ABOUT THE GAME

Galaga Online: Meet Quasar Cadence

Quasar Cadence is Retro Arcade's original formation shooter. The enemy line shifts while individual ships dive toward your lane, so staying mobile matters as much as aiming.

Three waves give the run a clear finish. Save your ships, pick off the divers, and beat your score on the next attempt.

Quasar Cadence is independently created with original art and code. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the owners of Galaga.

02 / FIELD MANUAL

How to Play

  1. 01Select Start Defense to begin the first wave.
  2. 02Move along the lower edge and fire into the formation. Watch for ships that break away and dive.
  3. 03Clear all three waves to win. You have three ships; losing all three ends the run.
  4. 04Formation hits, diving ships, and wave clears earn points. Retry starts again at wave one.
03 / CONTROLS

Your Controls

Desktop

Use Left and Right or A and D to move, and Space to fire.

Mobile

Drag the ship or use the on-screen Left, Right, and Fire buttons.

04 / THE ARCADE WAY

Why Play on Retro Arcade?

01Instant browser play
02No download needed
03Desktop + mobile
04Retro arcade energy
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FAQ

Can I play a Galaga-style game here?

Yes. Quasar Cadence is an independent formation shooter that plays in your browser.

How many waves are there?

Clear three waves to win the run. Each wave brings another formation to defend against.

What happens when a diving ship hits me?

You lose one of your three ships. The run ends when all three are gone.

Is Quasar Cadence the official Galaga game?

No. It is an original game and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the owners of Galaga.