RIP (Mastertronic) (Commodore Vic 20)

Younger owners will find the game quite a test, although I suspect that real arcade fanatics may find it a little easy.

Hotch Potch (Mastertronic) (Spectrum 48K)

I found this game to be both challenging and addictive, and at the price it's a bargain.

Fourth Encounter (Thorn EMI) (Commodore Vic 20)

The program is fast and slick showing quality programming.

Draughts (CP) (Amstrad CPC464)

If draughts is what you like, see this... After a while this is a real strain on the eyes.

Amazon Warrior (New Generator) (Commodore 64)

The game is enjoyable and addictive... but my warrior had a tremendous feeling of deja-vu.

Backgammon (CP) (Amstrad CPC464)

This could have been a useful acquisition, but with the bugs present, it cannot be recommended.

Rockman (Mastertronic) (Commodore Vic 20)

A great game... However, it often started with you being adjacent to a purple nasty with instant death resulting.

The Captive (Mastertronic) (Commodore 64)

Not only is this good quality but it only costs £1.99... Excellent value for money.

The Code Machine (Picturesque) (Amstrad CPC464)

If you're interested in writing code and can afford the price tag, then it's a must.

Repton (Superior) (BBC Model B)

A well-thought out and professionally finished product; good graphics, clever sound and superb animation.

Steve Davis Snooker (CDS) (Enterprise)

I'll chalk up, put on my imitation World Champion Oversize Glasses and try and get a 147 break on my Enterprise.

Operation Caretaker (Global) (Spectrum 48K)

This kit is a good idea, but, as it stands, the lack of instructions and explanatory notes make it very lacking in user-friendliness.

Adventure Playground (Enterprise) (Enterprise)

The adventure is poor and badly directed.

Frank 'N Stein (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

A competent program but I can't see it being the monster hit of 1985.

The Key Factor (Amsoft) (Amstrad CPC464)

A well-presented and fun way to find your way around the keyboard.

Colossal Adventure (Level 9) (Enterprise)

A superb version of the adventure classic... Without doubt, this is a must if you have never played the game before.

Cave Fighter (Bubble Bus) (Commodore Vic 20)

In view of the material appearing for the Vic on the budget labels, I consider this game a little overpriced.

Knockout (Alligata) (Spectrum 48K)

I found Knockout enjoyable to play for a while, but the excitement faded fairly quickly.

Hustler (Bubble Bus) (Commodore 16/Plus 4)

Highly enjoyable and a good quality simulation.

Heathrow Air Traffic Control (Enterprise) (Enterprise)

A most difficult and interesting simulation but one you will either enjoy or wish not to touch... I suggest that you try it out and see.

Galaxia (Kuma Computers) (MSX)

Not bad if you want an undemanding game that allows you to make fast progress.

Match Fishing (Alligata) (Spectrum 48K)

Some sports lend themselves to computer games, but on the evidence of this one, fishing is probably the least suitable sport I can think of.