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One of the most original games I've come across so far, Danger Uxb from Micro Power, gripped my attention from the start and kept firm hold.

You are placed in the centre of a block of pathways consisting of blue squares, some of which bear a skull and crossbones. The skulls mark the position of lethal TNT bombs. One after another their timers start, counting down from 60 to 0 when, unless you've defused them, they explode taking you with them.

Not only that but once you've used one set of squares to reach a bomb they disappear, so you can't go that way again. You can, however, slide the row of blocks that you are on left and right but you have to be both fast and cunning.

If you manage to survive the first level you're "rewarded" with another screen where the countdown starts at 40. Complete that and the next level has stamping boots that chase you round the grid. I don't understand that last part, but it's great fun.

With highly impressive graphics and sound, and easy to use keys the game appeals to all ages and is great fun for all the family. A highly original and compelling game.

Eileen Young