Yes, that 3D jobby from Elite is back, only this time it's available on their budget label. This game's main pulling point was undoubtedly the "real" 3D effect, and Encore have even included the 3D glasses in the package - what a bargain [Ooh, sarcasm! - Ed].

If you didn't know, Wanderer 3D is "the complete space adventure game" based around (of all things) cats. It turns out that in the year 3027 our feline buddies are the status symbol, so the future soldier of fortune had better have a good line in Go Cat or he's doomed to poverty.

Believe it or not, I saw this game on the Sinclair QL (!) a few years ago and it's still awful. We're talking "real 3D" that's about as effective as a one-legged man in a bottom-kicking contest, and shoot-'em-up action that's as thrilling as a Skoda Grand Prix. This game simply does not warrant purchase at any price.

Boredom city, I'm afraid. A rather whiffy 3D shoot-'em-up cum card game that deserves to be left on the shelf of your local software shop.

Oh dear! Much the same sad story on the Amiga as well, with the same completely duff headache-inducing gameplay.