I am not a bridge buff. I know only a little about the game so when Bridge Master dropped through my door, I thought this might be my chance to learn the grand game of bridge. This expensive package includes a cartridge, a cassette containing 100 different hands (more complex hands will be available on cassette, we are told) and two quite extensive manuals, one detailing the game and the other how the cartridge works. All this is extremely well-packaged but what of the content?

The program is designed for the beginner or less experienced player. The tutor takes you through the basics of the game and on to the more complex stages. The package is far too extensive to detail, but uses excellent graphics for the four hands, has many helpful features for the novice and numerous little touches that add fun and realism. The acid test was to place a proper bridge player down in front of the computer; I did so and had to drag him away when I wanted to go home. This is a winner.

C.G.