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Based on the very first analogue experiments in computer games in the late Fifties, Pong first shot to fame in the early Seventies, hugely popular with people now beginning to worry about early retirement. But the weird thing is that, despite the amazing standard of videogames in the 21st Century, it's a real joy to own a Pong compendium for the Game Boy Color. For those too young to remember, the entire game consists of batting a square ball between two lines. If you miss the ball, the opponent gets a point. Gripping, huh?

Pong still provides a great challenge though, especially in this new cart. You aren't just given the original Pong - there's also a jungle game, with whirlpools that knock the ball all over the plae and sticky paddles, plus Arctic Pong, which features two ball-hogging penguins. But it's the soccer version that really raises the game to a new level. It takes masterly control (in a having-a-cup-of-tea way) to win at this version - four paddles, numerous balls and total pandemonium! The lack of two-player options is a real mistake, but there's no denying that this is a great version of the ultimate videogame classic, and should certainly not be dismissed.

Graphics 80%
As good as they need be.

Sound 60%
You need the bleep effects!

Playability 80%
Classic casual challenges.

Lastability 100%
It's been around for years!

Overall 75%
Not great, but a classic buy.