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I suppose it was inevitable. The Electron is a new micro on the scene, and so a ripe new market for all the familiar game themes that have already saturated the older and more established machines.

That said, Kamakazi is an early entry in the 'Galaxian clone' area for the Electron. The space scenario has been replaced by a more 'down to Earth' setting. Shapes approximating planes and helicopters dive at a seagoing firing base. Other than that, play is virtually identical to Galaxian.

The action is reasonably fast, even on the slowest of the two speeds. Graphics are average and sound is poor. It must be the first time I've come across a gun base that explodes silently!

Control is adequate with two choices of keyboard layout (oh for a joystick option on the Electron!). Instructions are sparse but there is a good high score table that rates you from Novice to Superman.

An OK game for the arcade freaks but I'm sure there is better to come.