Virus



Released: 1988

From the box ; David Braben co-author of the best selling mega game Elite has created another masterpiece............Virus

This lightning fast shoot-out takes place over a startling three dimensional landscape which undulates below as you pilot your heavily armed Hoverplane, skimming across the surface on a death defying mission. Invading alien Seeders, Drones and Mutants are attacking the planet, polluting the surface with a creeping, poisonous red virus.

Your mission: To halt this rapidly spreading virus before the land is defoliated. Throw the full might of your Hoverplane's powerful laser cannon and homing missiles against a variety of maruading spacecraft, each with its own deadly stratedgy.

This truly innovative piece of game software incorporates the following features;
Unique three dimensional solid graphics
Superfast smooth scrolling multi-directional movement
Incredible light-source projected shadow effect
Highly sensitive and responsive control system
Realistic contoured patchwork landscape
...and don't forget to watch out for the legendary sea monster...!

Retro-Experience Score: 8

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