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As the title suggests, there are five games on this compilation tape - all of which include the traditional space theme.

Asteroids and Lunar Lander are two games that are written in BASIC and provide good versions of the old favourites. Because they are in BASIC, the listings can be examined, and, coupled with the plain English explanations in the program, they are a useful instruction to beginners and experienced programmers alike.

The three machine code games provide better graphics and smoother action, so the games are obviously of a higher standard. Zap the aliens is the object of all these, but each game is unique, so if one program becomes tiresome then another can be easily loaded. There are four skill levels to each game and the option to allow you to change the sound level is an idea that every software house should entertain. The use of sound in all the games is simple, but effective and makes all the games far more enjoyable.

All in all, this cassette is value for money and, after all, five for the price of one can't be a bad thing!