The Pettigrew Chronicles (Shards) (Commodore 64)

As four games in effect for the price of one, it is good value but the games did not appeal to me.

Erik The Viking (John Wiley) (Commodore 64)

Thoroughly recommended for all adventure players.

Tomb Of Akhenaten (Charlie Charlie Sugar) (Spectrum 48K)

This really is total rubbish, even at the cheap price... Avoid it like the plague.

The Staff Of Zaranol (Cases) (Spectrum 48K/128K)

Appeal to users might be limited by lack of graphics and innovation.

Cuthbert Enters The Tombs Of Doom (Microdeal) (Commodore 64)

Negotiating a room once might not be enough, you may have to go back more than once to pick up more keys.

The Magic Roundabout (CRL) (Spectrum 48K)

Crude monochrome graphics... Isn't up to the latest standards; not even as good as some games that only cost £1.99!

Xaviour (PSS) (Spectrum 48K)

Excellent if you don't object to the similarity to Atic Atac.

Astronut (Software Projects) (Spectrum 48K)

The differences in control and the execution of the concept, in addition to unusual layouts, make this a must.

Quango (Interceptor Micros) (Commodore 64)

The quality of the game is high and keeps the player interested.

Grand Prix Manager (Silicon Joy) (Spectrum 48K)

By comparison with arcade games the graphics are crude, amusing even... I found the challenge of balancing the various factors irresistible.

Loony Lander (Software Super Savers) (Spectrum 48K)

This piece of software deserves its low price - any more and it could justifiably be called a ripoff!

Tank Atak (Stainless) (TI99/4A)

It is unlikely that the game will have much appeal to any but the most hardened alien-zapper.

Star Avenger (Kuma Computers) (Amstrad CPC464)

Certain to provide hours of entertainment for anyone quick enough on the trigger.

Roboactive (Absolute) (TI99/4A)

The robots bear a remarkable resemblance to those which appeared in an American science fiction film a few years ago.

Gauntlet (Micro Power) (Acorn Electron)

The graphics are excellent, as is the sound... Uses two modes at the same time, which produces a stunning effect.

Ziggurat (Software Super Savers) (Spectrum 48K)

Ziggurat seems to be based around a 5 x 5 grid with puzzles limited to a few locked doors, although one does require you to get the better of a particularly ravenous tiger.

The Wrath Of Magra (Carnell) (Spectrum 48K/128K)

If I were a keeper of knowledge, instead of a mere reviewer, I would limit this game only to those who are firmly on the path.

First And Last (Stainless) (TI99/4A)

A game really best suited to the younger user.

The Prince (Cases) (Spectrum 48K)

Slow, and nothing very spectacular in the way of adventure games.

Escape From The Planet Brontitor (BP Software) (TI99/4A)

Bad spelling detracts from an otherwise good adventure.

Auto Sound Utility (Stainless) (TI99/4A)

The program was easy to crash, so you need to be careful.

Grasp (Camel) (Amstrad CPC464)

A good, simple to use, powerful package at a reasonable price.

Penguin Study Software (Penguin) (Commodore 64)

Anything that makes work easier and more interesting can't be bad.

Combat Lynx (Durell) (Spectrum 48K)

If you want a challenging, complex strategy game then this is a must.

Castle Assault (Blue Ribbon) (Acorn Electron)