This game is based on an american text-only version. The german version added many pictures and graphics, the gameplay more or less stays the same. It is the goal of all players to find the "Zepter" (sceptre/scepter) first. Therefore it is quite boring to play the game alone, similar to playing monopoly alone. It's a little bit funny, that you uploaded "my" version with the Gr. 2 and Gr. 1 text titles. I do not know who was the author of this german version... |
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Manual:
https://archive.org/details/commbat-adventure-international |
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Manual for disk and cartridge:
https://archive.org/details/up-n-down-sega/mode/2up |
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An Improvement on the 2600 Version
The Good
The 2600 was disappointing with poorly detailed graphics which affected the gameplay. The 800 version is superior in all areas.
The Bad
Graphics wise, we have better detailed buildings. However, sprites are still disappointingly single colour. The audio adds a nice intro tune. Otherwise, still limited sound bytes.
The Bottom Line
The destruction of buildings works much better now compared to the 2600 and makes for a much better game. Are we up to 3 player support now?! The score design seems to imply that. |
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I did some investigation. This is not an official Dutch release, but a fan made translation by G.A. de Jong. |
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The Good
Airstrike was popular at game shows due to its resemblance to the arcade game Scramble! With it’s high res colours and spacey sound effects, Airstrike was the first English Software title.
The Bad
You have to develop playmaking strategies but get by this difficult game.
The Bottom Line
Airstrike checks the boxes on a good early Scramble clone.
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Once Again Atari Ignored as Apple Receives all the Accolades
The Good
Apple is indeed the lead format. Dan Gorin absolutely deserves acclaim for a wonderful game. But Atari was ported that same year 1982. It’s a beautiful game either in B & W or colour. The animation is indeed eye catching.
The Bad
The game becomes a bit difficult when the plane attacks.
The Bottom Line
Atari 800 deserves acclaim for it’s flawless early port.
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Carnival clone or shoot them ducks!
The Good
Cute arcade clone including shoot the bear intermission. Some nice touches including a short nice rendition of Entrance of the Gladiators at the intro.
The Bad
Not immediately clear what the challenges are.
The Bottom Line
But stick with it. As you discover the rules, the game becomes a nice diversion.
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Compared to Spectrum and C64, Atari’s visuals are weak.
However, gameplay is very fast and the sound design is excellent! |
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No, not the Atari version. |
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