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Way back in the annuls of Sinclairology, this company produced a classic for the ZX81 called 3D Monster Maze. Many variations of the 3D theme followed, but this time they have produced a variation which is just as brilliant.

The maze in this program is circular and has doors which open and close. The beastie is a Bogul which drains your mental power and you have to reach the centre, deactivate the computer (a mastermind-type exercise) and escape.

The 3D effect is achieved by perspective and should not be confused with the latest 3D via red and blue glasses. Nevertheless, it is a superb program graphically and a well-conceived plot.

Sound is very effective - those footsteps really spur you on.

The cassette insert is colourful and contains full instructions plus scenario. Also supplied is a keyboard overlay, and the program loaded easily. Control is via the cursor keys, with a special section converted to a numeric keypad.

You can practise your computer deactivating skill or choose to play the full game at one of three levels and at one of three speeds.

R.E.