Gyroscope Melbourne House, 1985 You control a gyroscope trying to keep it on the surfaces on screen. If you navigate off a surface you fall off and lose a life. You have to successfully navigate numerous levels in the game in this way. It uses a slightly odd-looking 3d view. Things get more complicated in […]

Cauldron You play the part of the hag, and you must fly across the land searching for the keys to the underworld, avoiding bats, evil bouncing pumpkins, carnivorous plants and all manner of nasty creatures whilst you look. You must take off and land only on grassy clearings, as trying to fly through trees causes […]

Platoon Ocean Software, 1988 You are a raw young recruit in a Platoon of five, deep in enemy territory. Unprepared for the challenges that lie ahead, realisation dawns that you must not only survive the physical ordeals but retain your sanity amidst the horrors and injustices of war. As the game progresses, you must overcome […]

Swords of Bane The first reports of a monster uprising were brought to the Imperial Guard by a messenger from the Valley. The Villagers who had settled in the Valley a few Year:s ago, had to evacuate their houses and run to safety. The strength of these monsters was exceptional and the Imperial Guard would […]

Donkey Kong Mighty Donkey Kong has captured the beautiful girl – watch him make off with her to the top of the half constructed building. Now play the role of the brave carpenter, Mario, as he fearlessly pursues the frightening beast and attempts to rescue the damsel. Publisher: Ocean Software Year: 1986

Lotus Esprit Turbo Challenge Gremlin Graphics Software, 1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo Challenge is a one or two player racing game that Gremlin believe is one of the fastest, smoothest and most addictive arcade style racing games of all time. The ultimate aim of the game is to qualify for the Lotus License, which will only […]