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Gyruss is an arcade game released by Konami in 1983. It is a fast-paced space shooter that features an innovative control scheme and a unique 360-degree playfield. The player controls a spaceship, traveling through space while shooting down waves of enemy ships. The game is set against a backdrop of a starry sky and various space objects.

The gameplay revolves around moving the player's ship in a circular pattern around the screen, using the joystick to move around the outer edges of a circle. Enemies approach from the center of the screen and fly outward, with the goal being to destroy them before they reach the player. As the game progresses, the difficulty increases with faster enemies and more challenging attack patterns.

Gyruss also has a unique musical element, as it features a synthesized version of the classical piece "Toccata and Fugue in D minor" by Johann Sebastian Bach, which plays during the game’s stages.

The game’s structure is divided into multiple stages, each of which is a level or “planet” in the player’s journey through the solar system. The ultimate goal is to make it through all the levels, culminating in the final showdown against powerful enemies. The game is notable for its colorful graphics, smooth gameplay, and memorable soundtrack.