Invaders (Odyssey Computing) (Sinclair ZX81)

An outstanding achievement. No sound or colour, of course, but the hi-res display really does break new ground.

Ocean Trader/Pioneer Trail (Quicksilva) (Sinclair ZX81)

A well thought out and enjoyable game.

Black Crystal (Carnell) (Sinclair ZX81)

By splitting the adventure into six programs, Carnell have certainly been able to provide considerably more variety and detail than otherwise, but this does mean that six lengthy loads are needed to complete the game.

Home Doctor Series (Eastmead Computers) (Sinclair ZX81)

Considering the price of the whole series, I couldn't help feeling that the amount of money would be better spent on a good book on medical matters.

Spectrum Pascal (Hi-Soft) (Spectrum 48K)

A compiler that produces very quick machine code. The ability to have machine code incorporated in your programs should mean that there are no tasks which are better done in assembler than Pascal.

Ah Diddums/Molar Maul (Imagine) (Spectrum 16K)

The most original, addictive game for the Spectrum I have played in a very long while.

Spectrum Golf (R&R) (Spectrum 16K)

This is an outstanding simulation which should appeal especially to the new Spectrum owner.

Escape (New Generation) (Spectrum 16K)

An original and absorbing game which can become extremely difficult and frustrating.

Spectres (Bug-Byte) (Spectrum 16K)

A standard by which other similar games will be judged.

Froggy (DJL Software) (Spectrum 16K)

The graphics are superb and very smooth... Plus, the game is great fun to play with bonuses for picking up baby frogs, for finishing quickly and so on.

Painter (A 'n F) (Spectrum 48K)

It may not be the most innovative program of this review, but it is one of the most enjoyable to pay.

The Dungeon Master (Crystal) (Spectrum 48K)

For an avid adventure player this is definitely well worth obtaining.

Jet Pac (Ultimate) (Spectrum 16K/48K)

An excellent program and game. If you want a game with impact then this is one of the best around.

3D Tanx (DK'Tronics) (Spectrum 16K)

Though the standard of 3D Tanx is not quite the best in this review, it is an addictive and entertaining game.

Dietron (Custom Data Ltd) (Spectrum 16K/48K)

There is a substantial amount of data in Dietron which is well worth having and using.

Cosmic Guerilla (Crystal Computing) (Spectrum 16K)

A very playable game indeed. For all those who have enjoyed Space Invaders, then this is the next step up.

The Black Hole (Quest) (Spectrum 16K)

The graphics are good, but personally, I found the 2D effect rather confusing because it just doesn't look right.

Krazy Kong (Control Technology) (Spectrum 48K)

Some of the controls are a little too sensitive, but apart from that it is a good, fun game, which can be played for hours.

Blind Alley (Sunshine) (Spectrum 16K)

Sunshine seem to have a habit of producing games like this. They're not technically brilliant, but manage to be highly addictive and great fun to play.

Frenzy (Quicksilva) (Spectrum 16K)

I didn't think Frenzy was really up to Quicksilva's usual high technical standard though it is still quite fun to play.

Alien Swarm (Titan) (Spectrum 16K)

May be quite fun but it's also rather predictable and not very innovative.

Roulette (Micromega) (Spectrum 16K)

If you like this type of game then you'll find Micromega's version a pretty safe bet.

UK Map (Kuma) (Spectrum 48K)

A useful educational package which I would recommend for the classroom.

The Knight's Quest (Phipps Associates) (Spectrum 48K)

As far as adventures go, I feel confident to recommend Knight's Quest most highly.

Spectrum Special 1 (Shiva) (Spectrum 16K/48K/Plus/128K)

This cassette can only really be recommended as a supplement to the books if you do not wish to type the programs in.

Panic (Mikro-Gen) (Spectrum 16K)

Definitely a highly addictive and enjoyable game to play.