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There's only one thing wrong with this superb sports simulation from Anirog. You have to have two people to play it. Why didn't you include a player vs. computer option, Anirog?

OK. Griping over with. Now onto the good news. Slapshot is an accurate representation of that rough, tough sport, ice hockey.

The aim of the game is simple - to score goals. Achieving that sim involves a mixture of ice skating skill, strategy and brute strength - I've heard that the real life game is a bit like that too!

The simulation follows the rules of the game closely. Each game consists of three three-minute periods - and yes, you do earn a penalty if you deliberately chop an opposing player down!

The graphics are simple but effective - and the game also features speech. You hear the roar of the crowd when you score a goal and an announcer at the start of each period. The crowd sounds are terrific!

I particularly enjoyed the considerable joystick skills you must develop to get your skaters performing effectively. A real challenge, this.

Overall, Slapshot must rate as one of Anirog's best games to date. Great fun and great value.