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Scene is the ancient Egyptian ruins. You have discovered an unknown pyramid buried in the sands of the Sahara. Inside, there are numerous treasures and keys which must be collected to go deeper into the pyramid to reach the Pharoah.

Each screen consists of a maze with treasures and keys dotted around. Hideous monsters wander around the maze trying to hinder your progress but you can use your gun to shoot anything that gets in the way. You collect all the keys to go onto the next screen. Each one is slightly different and the monsters grow more fierce as you progress.

The characters are well defined and move quickly but smoothly. The sound effects are good too and the general presentation of the game is well up to the standard of other Beeb games.

I must admit that I didn't get very far in this game but this is an addictive game with lasting interest, sold at an incredibly low price. Unless you are a devoted shoot-'em-up fan or an adventure nut, Crypt Capers is recommended.

S.S.