Sabre Wulf (Ultimate) (BBC Model B)

There haven't been many of these multi-screen exploration games yet on the Beeb, so this one's bound to do well.

Doomdark's Revenge (Beyond) (Spectrum 48K)

Go out, buy it, load it up, and spend hours, days, weeks, perhaps even months playing it. You'll enjoy every minute.

Fahrenheit 3000 (Softstone Limited) (Spectrum 48K)

Sixty-four screens should present a long-term challenge... Perhaps Willy fans will buy this difficult game for practice!

Brian Bloodaxe (The Edge) (Spectrum 48K)

There are surprises around every corner, and the most obvious way of crossing the screen is not necessarily the best.

Battlecars (Games Workshop) (Spectrum 48K)

A bleak view of an automotive future but terrific to play.

Plummet (Interceptor Micros) (Spectrum 48K)

Getting all 30 ropes ought to be a challenge - but I don't think anyone will be able to stand the tedium for long.

Cyclone (Vortex) (Spectrum 48K)

Addictive and frustrating, Cyclone is an excellent game and highly recommended.

Astronut (Software Projects) (Spectrum 48K)

The graphics are large and brashly colourful, whilst the 15 often difficult screens should prove quite addictive.

Backpackers' Guide To The Universe (Fantasy) (Spectrum 48K)

A run-of-the-mill arcade adventure. Certainly it is complex and will take a long time to solve, but I found the instructions lacking in places.

Lode Runner (Software Projects) (Spectrum 48K/128K)

A truly excellent game... Your character runs about insanely and, despite his matchstick construction, he seems to possess a character all his own.

Star Eggs (Mirrorsoft) (Commodore 64)

This game is unbelievably addictive - only a blown fuse should prevent you from continuing.

Jet Boat (Software Invasion) (BBC Model B)

All the excitement of a high speed river race against the clock with great graphics as well.

Ledgeman (Software Projects) (BBC Model B)

A presentable platform job, which wouldn't look amiss on anyone's shelf, but might never get played.

Hunchback (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

I never really understood why Hunchback was such a hit with you gamesters, and this conversion hasn't brought me any nearer to solving the mystery.

Er*Bert (Microbyte) (Amstrad CPC464)

An excellent Q'Bert clone, with beautiful graphics and good sound.

Blagger (Alligata) (Amstrad CPC464)

A creditable version of the game... Graphics and animation are very good, but the musical accompaniment is tedious.

Horse Lord (Century) (BBC Model B)

This is certainly original but also oh so boring! It falls down badly on playability even through the presentation and the graphics are pleasant enough.

Mr. Ee (Micro Power) (BBC Model B)

A combination of Pac-Man and those Dig-Dug games and very effective it is too. You'll need a fast hand and a good eye to win.

Devil's Causeway (Warlock) (BBC Model B)

A valuable program for children. It tests memory skills, mental arithmetic and keyboard familiarity in a way which is relatively enjoyable and not intimidating or patronising.

Ewgeebez (Software Projects) (BBC Model B)

I really enjoyed playing this game and found my fingers itching to map it out.

Crypt Capers (Software Projects) (BBC Model B)

You move round a maze collecting keys and treasures, but dodging or shooting the monsters. Standard graphics and sound

Categ-Oric (No Man's Land) (Oric 48K/Atmos)

The basic concept of this game would have been OK if it had been executed better, but, as it is, forget it.

Ice Castles (Microdeal) (Dragon 32)

The main problem with the game is in the control. The joystick seems to take on a mind of its own and automatically whips you round corners and obstacles.

Trouble In Store (Orpheus) (Oric 48K)

At last, a corking platform game on the Oric...! A winner!

Tapper (US Gold) (Commodore 64)

Great fun to play... Genuine arcade standard graphics, plus some atmospheric music.

Billy Bluebottle (Power) (Spectrum 48K)

Though you won't find any startlingly original game concepts, you won't end up bemoaning the lack of inventiveness.

World Of Flight (Microdeal) (Dragon 32)

This is an extremely good flight simulation, and is well worth considering, as long as your Dragon is equipped with two potentiometer joysticks.

Hyper Viper (Kuma Computers) (MSX)

Somehow manages to be quite compulsive despite the many drawbacks it labours under.

Fire Rescue (Kuma Computers) (MSX)

A ladders and platforms affair in which you have to rescue cute mice from the encroaching flames. Very dull indeed.

Fort Apocalypse (US Gold) (Commodore 64)

Essentially an underground Choplifter... Always something happening on screen!

Thrusta (Software Projects) (Commodore 64)

Some nice graphics in the monsters, but very repetitive sound.

Ad Infinitum (Mr. Chip) (Commodore 64)

The game sounds great until you realise that there are only about six different attack patterns - and even these aren't very impressive.

Combat Lynx (Durell) (Commodore 64)

Not as good as the Spectrum version. Without the spectacular 3D effect to spur your interest, the awesome complexity of the simulation is likely to prove too much.

Spy Vs. Spy (Beyond) (Commodore 64)

The best game I've seen on the C64 in ages.

Skyline Attack (Century) (Commodore 64)

A pleasant enough game, and certainly pretty to look at. But I'm afraid to say, I preferred the free game of Snake.

The Staff Of Karnath (Ultimate) (Commodore 64)

A sheer delight... A superb game, more like watching a film at times.

Impossible Mission (CBS) (Commodore 64)

Apart from the incredible speech, animation and sound effects, this game has a real challenge to offer.

Cave Fighter (Bubble Bus) (Commodore 64)

There is little variation on each of the 30+ levels and 99 lives made it tedious. For me, there was not much of a long term challenge.

Raid Over Moscow (US Gold) (Commodore 64)

Politics and morals aside, a game like Raid Over Moscow is just what my trusty Quickshot and I enjoy after a tiring day.

PC Fuzz (Anirog) (Commodore 64)

A game that looks very attractive, and sounds even better; but is finally a disappointment.

Mutant Monty (Artic) (Commodore 64)

I for one get hopelessly addicted to this kind of game and found myself going back for more.

1985 (Mastertronic) (Commodore 64)

The game has a great feel to it because of the way the craft is controlled... A knockout!

Gogo The Ghost (Firebird) (Commodore 64)

A full-featured arcade-adventure which could have you entranced for weeks.

Finders Keepers (Mastertronic) (Spectrum 48K)

An amazing title for the money... Make your way through 25 screens of platform action, plus two large four-way scrolling mazes, in search of precious objects.

Shuttle Shock (Software Super Savers) (Spectrum 48K)

A platform game with a difference...! The difference is angular teleporting.