ST Format


Hoyle's Book Of Games

Publisher: Kixx XL
Machine: Atari ST

 
Published in ST Format #16

Hoyle's Book Of Games

A collection of six well-known card games, all well programmed: Cribbage, Crazy 8s, Gin Rummy, Hearts, Klondike Solitaire and Old Maid. You can play against up to three computer opponents, each with varying skill levels. Opponents include characters from other Sierra games, such as Leisure Suit Larry or King's Quest as well as the programmer's daughter.

The games are all easy to learn, and because the computer opponents have varying skill levels it's possible to pick them up as you play. Graphic representation is very much in the Sierra house style, and sound the usual boring internally generated rubbish. This is definitely a game you could send your gran for Christmas without offending her. Wee bit pricey though.