C&VG


Pro Powerboat Simulator

Categories: Review: Software
Publisher: Codemasters
Machine: Atari ST

 
Published in Computer & Video Games #107

Pro Powerboat Simulator

If the thought of another "simulator" with the Codemasters seal of quality is enough to put you off your dinner, then take heart. Yes, this particular game isn't bad at all and weighs in as pretty good value on the £4.99 budget range.

The gameplay generally involves racing up the vertically scrolling waterways collecting fuel and dropping mines to wipe out the opposition. The game also boasts a simultaneous two-player option - but don't get too excited. You can't race away from the opposition simply because the scrolling only goes as fast as the slowest player!

Otherwise, not a bad game - but we've seen it all before.

Atari ST

A pretty good vertical scroller that gives the Codemasters seal of quality a bit of dignity - at least.

Amiga

Slightly enhanced colours and jazzier music make this a touch better than the ST version.