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Oh dear, I got a bit carried away with this one, didn't I? Still, despite all the trouble it got me into, it's still a cracking little game. The plot and subsequent gameplay follow the film very closely indeed. You play law enforcer Eliot Ness who, with his band of fearless chums, go up against the might of Al Capone.

Level one takes place in the warehouse where you must leap crates and shoot Mafiosi. Some of the baddies furnish you with extra energy, time and weapons when shot. An arrow at the top of the screen points the way to Capone's accountant who holds valuable evidence to be used against the ruthless gang leader. Find the accountant, shoot him then collect the evidence. When you have enough, it's on to level two...

Which, incidentally, takes place on the bridge. This is the weakest of the five levels as the controls in this Op Wolf-type shoot-'em-up stage are hard to get to grips with. Still, if you can persevere, you'll be able to savour the delights of the rest of the game.

Op Wolf again, but this time the controls are better implemented. Your character on this level wields a shot gun. As criminals appear in the alley, either on foot, from windows or in cars, you must dart out from behind your protective wall, let fly with both barrels then dart back again to reload.

Level four is the famous pram sequence from the film. An innocent child is hurtling down the steps of the railway station in its baby carriage. Manoeuvre the pram to avoid obstacles and shoot any gang members that try to kill the poor infant.

The last two levels are shoot outs again but this time they are horribly difficult with each wound inflicted causing horrendous damage to your power meter.

The graphics throughout the game are brilliant; very 1920's, very well-drawn and, where appropriate, very well animated. The sound is also very complementary with jolly Charleston-like tunes, moodier soundtracks and a large serving of gun effects. All in all, a brilliant film licence.

Sticks closely to the film. The graphics are great, and the gameplay is spiffy. Mafia-mashing fun for all the family.