Star Wreck (video game)

This article is about the computer game. For other uses, see Star Wreck (disambiguation).
Star Wreck
Developer(s) Charles. A Sharp
Publisher(s) Alternative Software
Platform(s) ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64
Release date(s) 1987
Genre(s) Text adventure
Mode(s) Single player
Media/distribution Cassette tape

Star Wreck was written in 1987 by Charles. A. Sharp. It was published by Alternative Software for the Spectrum 48k[1], Amstrad CPC[2] and Commodore 64.[3]

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History

Star Wreck was written using the Graphic Adventure Creator. After its initial publication in 1987, it also appeared in Alternative Software's compilation tape 4-Most Adventures, in 1991.[4]

Storyline

The game takes place in a parody of the Star Trek universe and the player takes on the role of Captain James T. Cake of the USS Paralysed.

Critical reaction

Star Wreck was reviewed by Your Sinclair in December 1987,[5] receiving 6 out of 10. Whilst enjoyable, the reviewer felt that the initial area (the Starship Paralysed) was too open, causing difficulties in working out what's going on.

References

  1. ^ Star Wreck at World of Spectrum
  2. ^ Star Wreck at CPCZone.com
  3. ^ Star Wreck at Gamebase 64
  4. ^ 4-Most Adventures at World of Spectrum
  5. ^ Star Wreck review from Your Sinclair issue 24, December 1987; retrieved from The Your Sinclair Rock 'n' Roll Years