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Word Zapper
Word Zapper
Publishers: U.S. Games
Release date: Feb 1982
Summary:
Word Zapper is a one or two-player, full color, action game with 24 variations, designed to be played on the ATARI (R) Video Computer System (TM) or Sears Video Arcade. The Joystick Controller links you with a most profound vehicle of amusement, the rotary wing Word Zapper. It is armed with vertical and horizontal firing lasers and capable of incredible maneuverability. Opposing you is the Scroll -- a diabolic device designed to wear out the wrist an boggle the mind. The Scroll parades the alphabet across the screen, taunting you to duplicate a word or scrambled letters flashed at the bottom of the screen. You must shoot each letter in perfect order, and you must match three words or letter combinations within 99 seconds. Sounds easy? Wait until you meet the Scroll's friend, the Asteroids.
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Average Score
66.75%
Graphics and Sound
2.8
Play Control
3.4
Challenge
3.4
Theme and Fun
3.6
3.3
66%
Miss Demeanor
Graphics
3.5
Sound
3.0
Gameplay
3.5
FunFactor
3.5
3.38
67.5%
Pricing Information
Used : 12.0 Complete: 35.0 New: 76.35
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