The only complaint I have is that nowhere in the instructions, and contrary to information on the cassette, is it mentioned that this program runs in Extended Basic! Otherwise, this is a quite good, text only, investment game for two to four players.
Each player starts with $10,000 and the game ends when a predetermined target is reached. The upper limit is $999,999 so you've no chance to achieve millionaire status.
The computer randoml decides the order of turns and when everyone has completed their choices, annual returns on all the players' investments are shown. Each player may buy and sell bonds or shares, but a sharp eye must be kept on interest rates and taxation. 'Headlines' may also have a long- or short-term effect on the outcome.
When the game ends the name of the winner is transformed into I sprites which roll around the screen.
Overall, a complex and well structured program. You need to be a financial wizard to appreciate all the factors affecting capital and investments, but even if you aren't, it's still fun to play. Needs Extended Basic.
15th May 1984
