Action Biker (Mastertronic) (Commodore 64)

I would recommend buying this even if this was not a bargain price game... At this price, I demand that you do!

Glass (Quicksilva) (Spectrum 48K)

Some of the graphics are as good as anything I've seen on the Spectrum, and the speed at which the towers on the plain come at you, without any flickering of the graphics, is very impressive.

Planet Attack (Scorpio Gamesworld) (Commodore 64)

The scrolling is smooth and the game has quite a professional feel to it.

Mr. Frosty And The Killer Penguins (Scorpio Gamesworld) (Commodore 64)

Everything moves at the speed of light and it's almost impossible to control the snowman.

Ciphold (GB Standard) (Commodore 64)

The action is quite demanding, but a little more variety would have helped. I don't think I'll be playing this game too often, I'm afraid.

A Parent's Guide To Educational Software (Telegraph Publications) (Spectrum 16K/48K)

A book to be borrowed from the library before deciding whether or not to buy it.

C5 Clive (Scorpio Gamesworld) (Spectrum 48K)

While it is assuredly good value for money, it may be that for those who are used to 3D representations the graphics will cause frustration.

Decision Maker (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

Slightly expensive for occasional use, though time- and money-saving if well worked.

Caverns Of Sillahc (Interceptor Micros) (Commodore 64)

Well written and does have an addictive element.

Maze (Acornsoft) (BBC Model B)

It is difficult to ensure you are pointing in the right direction to shoot the robots... in the meantime they can kill you.

Moon Buggy (Anirog) (Amstrad CPC464)

The concept is very good, owing perhaps just a little to Skramble in some respects.

Repton (Superior) (Acorn Electron)

Using passwords to enter various screens is a useful idea... By some inspired guesswork, I was able to identify six of them.

Pyjamarama (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

A difficult game to win, but extremely challenging with good graphics and sound, perpetually maintaining an interesting screen image.

Osprey! (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

Another worthwhile program from Bourne Educational Software, marketed by Amsoft.

Tapper (US Gold) (Spectrum 48K)

An unserved customer can become murderous - be warned.... A very playable game that easily becomes addictive.

Herbert's Dummy Run (Mikro-Gen) (Spectrum 48K)

When Herbert loses a life, a large teardrop rains on him! - Just one refinement that puts Mikro-Gen consistently out in front.

Classic Racing (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

A pricey program but well worth the gamble.