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Roku's new game lets you fly a spaceship through Roku City.
The game features iconic landmarks and Easter Eggs.
You play using your Roku remote.
The next time you turn on your Roku TV to find something to watch, you might get wrapped up in an impromptu gaming session instead.
On Monday, Roku launched a new interactive game that you can play straight from your home screen called Roku City Dash. If you're a fan of Roku City, this is one you'll want to see.
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The game is set in Roku City, the famous screensaver that's adorned Roku products since 2018, and features iconic buildings from past iterations, Easter eggs, and more. All of your favorites are here, including the volcano, sea monster, robot attacking the city, and lighthouse. The objective is simple: keep a spaceship flying for as long as you can (my current high score is 568, if you want to compete).
How to play
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