| Genre: | Arcade Game: Action |
| Publisher: | Encore |
| Cover Art Language: | English |
| Machine Compatibility: | Spectrum 48K, Spectrum 128K, Spectrum +2 |
| Release: | Professionally released on Cassette |
| Available For: | Acorn Electron, Amiga 500, Amstrad CPC464, Apple II, Apple IIGS, Atari ST, BBC Model B, Commodore 16, Commodore 64/128, Dreamcast (All Models), Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Color, Nintendo, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Sega Game Gear, Sega Genesis, Sega Master System, Sega Mega Drive (EU Version), Sega Mega Drive (JP Version) & Spectrum 48K/128K/+2 |
| Compatible Emulators: | ZXSpin (PC (Windows)) Nutria (PC (MS-DOS)) |
| Original Release Date: | 29th September 1989 |
| Original Release Price: | £2.99 |
| Market Valuation: | £2.50 (How Is This Calculated?) |
| Item Weight: | 64g |
| Box Type: | Cassette Single Plastic Clear |
| Author(s): | Tony Mack, Rory C. Green, Steve Lamb & JAF |
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Cassette
Computer & Video Games
1st December 1989
As enjoyable as it was when it first hit the streets... Should warm your heart after you've finished a cold paper round. Read Review
Computer & Video Games
1st October 1986
Extremely playable, very addictive and incredibly easy to get into. What more could you ask for? Read Review
Computer Gamer
1st November 1986
Although the game is challenging, and certainly addictive, some may find it a little too repetitive but fans of the arcade game will certainly want to add this to their collection. Read Review
Crash
1st October 1986
A fast and responsive game done in monochrone, to avoid colour clash. Scrolling is fair and there are a few nice tunes too. Read Review
Crash
1st November 1989
Despite the odd annoying mishap, Paperboy is playable and will keep you occupied for some time. Read Review
Sinclair User
28th July 1989
An old monster hit, looking a little old. Read Review
Sinclair User
7th August 1986
Excellent conversion. Inevitable hardware restrictions make the game less 'special' but good fun. Read Review
Your Sinclair
1st November 1986
It's another classic conversion, true to the original. In terms of playability, Paperboy really delivers. Read Review
Your Sinclair
1st December 1989
Nowadays, this does look a bit dated... Quite neatly put together, but overrated. Read Review
Full Instructions
Paperboy
Pick up your old push bike, put on your peaked cap and imagine yourself braving the streets of an American suburb. Only superb riding skills and a steady throwing arm can get you through your seven day week of hilarious action. Avoid cars, workmen, drunkards and lawnmowers all out to obstruct you in your pursuit of excellence. Score points by delivering to all your usual customers, but you can get sneaky bonuses by breaking the windows of non-subscribers.
It's a difficult task, but your employer believes that practice makes perfect and generously provides a practice track where you can score valuable extra points. Get ready for the ride of your life.
Game Controls
O - Left, P - Right, Q - Accelerate, A - Brake, N - Throw Paper
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| Download | What It Contains |
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 | A digital version of Paperboy suitable for ZXSpin (PC (Windows)), Nutria (PC (MS-DOS)) |
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