Operation Wolf (Ocean) (Commodore 64/128)

A good coin-op conversion irrespective of the graphical capabilities of the computer you are playing the game on.

Artura (Gremlin Graphics) (Atari ST)

Software publishers shouldn't release games like this... The graphics are awful, the gameplay is seriously dated, the levels are too similar, the landscape is too confusing and no spark of interest is generated at any point.

Muncher (Gremlin Graphics) (Commodore 64/128)

The graphics and sound are both fine, and even though the novelty will eventually wear off, there's plenty of fun in store.

Bombuzal (Image Works) (Atari ST)

If you were the type who enjoyed showing how you could solve Rubik's cube in a fraction of a second then this is just the brain-teaser you've been waiting for - if not, prepare to lose a lot of sleep and a lot of hair.

By Fair Means Or Foul (Superior/Alligata) (Amstrad CPC464)

This just isn't my cup of tea. And the sound is simply lots of crackly scratching sounds coming from the 'crowd' and an occasional bonk from a punch or ping from a bell.

Star Goose (Logotron) (Atari ST)

Honorable attempt, doesn't quite cut it.

Double Dragon (Melbourne House) (Atari ST)

It's pretty fast, but I can't recommend it too highly because it's just far too easy.

After Burner (Activision) (Spectrum 48K/128K)

Play is exciting, and the frenetic action keeps you on your toes constantly - the only time you can ever afford to relax is when the plane is on the runway!

The Games: Summer Edition (Epyx) (Commodore 64/128)

I quite like The Games: Summer Edition, but there is, as always, a fault or two. With this, the fun is incredibly short lived, due to the quickness and relative easiness of the events.

Hellfire Attack (Martech) (Atari ST)

Hellfire Attack isn't too bad a game - I enjoyed some of the backgrounds and the frenetic action was sort of fun.

S.D.I. (Activision) (Atari ST)

S.D.I. is a very simplistic game, but that's where its appeal lies - you can load it any time, put your brain in neutral and blast away to your heart's content. Take the initiative and try it out.

Return Of The Jedi (Domark) (Atari ST)

Return Of The Jedi is probably not as good a game as either of its predecessors, but it is a good conversion and an adequate game in its own right.

Game Over II (Serie Leyenda) (Amstrad CPC464)

None of the shoot-'em-up styles that make up the various levels are good enough to stand up on their own, but together they make for a quite appealling package.

Final Assault (Epyx) (Amiga 500)

On my first go I played at intermediate level and finished it without any problems. With that problem in mind I have to give Final Assault the thumbs down.

Savage (Firebird) (Spectrum 48K)

This game pushes the Spectrum even further than anyone believed it could be pushed right at the end of 1988.

Emlyn Hughes International Soccer (Audiogenic) (Commodore 64)

Two player one team is a great laugh... You can have endless fun passing to each other, messing it up, and calling each other names for the rest of the match.

International Karate Plus (System 3) (Amiga 500)

This has got all the elements of a classic, and has the timeless gameplay that'll keep you coming back long after 'big' games like R-Type and Starglider II have been relegated to the software shelf.

Turbo Cup (Loriciels) (Atari ST)

A bit basic. When you bump into other cars you're sent into a recoverable spin out, or you're sent flipping and spinning and land on your roof... What got on my nerves at this point was the way that the computer car was unharmed, and carried on going.

Supersports (Gremlin Graphics) (Amstrad CPC464)

Although there is technically nothing wrong with Supersports, I didn't have a lot of fun playing it.

Red Storm Rising (Microprose) (Commodore 64)

Ace, fab, wicked and totally awesome.

Laser Squad (Target Games) (Spectrum 48K/128K)

It might have naff packaging, but Laser Squad is one of the hottest games I've ever played.

Lancelot (Mandarin) (Spectrum 128K)

Good, although not quite as good as Ingrid's Back and I wouldn't describe it as Level 9's best ever.

Captain Silver (Sega) (Sega Master System (EU Version))

Those who have never played a Ghosts 'N Goblins-type game before might find this fun, but to be honest there are many better examines of the genre - try Alex Kidd or Wonderboy instead.

Lord Of The Sword (Sega) (Sega Master System (EU Version))

This Rastan clone is ok... but there are many better examples of the genre about.

Golvellius (Sega) (Sega Master System (EU Version))

The graphics and quality and all the different sections combine to produce a highly entertaining and compulsive arcade adventure.

Nintendo Soccer (Nintendo) (Nintendo (US Version))

One of the best simulations of the sport... Shouldn't be left on the sub's bench.

Rambo III (Sega) (Sega Master System (EU Version))

It's clearly an Operation Wolf-style game but it's much harder. In fact, it takes an awful lot of practice to get past the second level.

Double Dragon (Sega) (Sega Master System (EU Version))

As a solo game it's engrossing and fun. The Sega version has the edge, because the Nintendo unfortunately lacks the two-player option.