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It's subtitled Jetpac II, the sequel; but, unlike most movie sequels, this program is as good and possibly even better than the original.

The scene is set on the cassette insert. Jetman has crashed on a planet inhabited by hostile beings which attack. So far, it's simply another zap game, but that's only the beginning!

Jetman has to explore the scrolling planetscape, find various bits of equipment and destroy the missile installations about to attack earth, at the same time as being attacked himself.

And, just so it's not too easy, you are not told how to proceed or what each item does, but simply provided with the eight control options - a joystick can also be used.

I haven't even managed to get into the high score chart yet, and I've played it non-stop. Disgustingly addictive, superb animation, colour and sound - I especially liked the buggy and its destruction sequence.

This game, which is arcade with adventure elements grafted on, will take all but the best a long time to master, and when they do, the high score chart will ensure continued interest. Another winner from Ultimate.

R.E.