Quadrablitz is a reproduction of the traditional game of Bagatelle, with four different variations.

The first game is called MineField. First of all, the deflector is positioned, then the strength of the shot is chosen and the ball is fired.

When the ball rebounds from the deflector, it moves across the screen and explodes any mines which it hits. Each round consists of five shots and each shot ends when the ball hits the bottom of the screen.

In game two, Colour-Connect, bollards of the same colour have to be hit in sequence.

In the third game, Pin-Ball, the ball has to be deflected to hit pins.

Game four, Breakthrough, is a combination of MineField and Pinball, the only difference being that the pins don't score points. They just deflect the ball, hopefully, onto the mines.

A nice feature of the program is a Medley option, which enables the player to play one round of each variation.

This game is not really for those who like fast action, but may suit you if you enjoy a more leisurely pace.

J.J.