The Penguin Book of Microbee Games
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Author Description
There is a generous selection of games for your MicroBee in this book, a selection which means your computer will never again have to complain: "I've got nothing to do." From board games like OTHELLO, through darkest space with ASTEROID and VENUS PROBE, gambling games like ROULETTE and ONEARMED BANDIT, to Adventures such as TREASURE HUNT, you'll find much to enjoy, no matter what your particular interests may be.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book addresses the need for diverse software applications for the MicroBee computer system by providing a curated collection of source code for various gaming genres. The author, David Johns, compiles a variety of programs designed to demonstrate the capabilities of the MicroBee hardware. By offering functional code, the book serves as a practical resource for users looking to expand their software library through manual entry and execution.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Source code for board games including Othello
- Space-themed arcade simulations like Asteroid and Venus Probe
- Gambling-style programs such as Roulette and One Armed Bandit
- Text-based adventure games like Treasure Hunt
Scope Limits
- The book does not provide advanced game engine development or complex graphics programming tutorials.
- It does not cover hardware modifications or peripheral interfacing for the MicroBee.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This text is viewed as a historical artifact for enthusiasts of 1980s home computing and the MicroBee platform specifically. Collectors and hobbyists frequently note that the code requires manual input, reflecting the standard distribution methods of the era.
Page Count:
104
Publication Date:
1984-01-01
Publisher:
Penguin Books Australia Ltd
ISBN-10:
0140078916
ISBN-13:
9780140078916
MicroBee
Games
computing
Retro Computing
Strategy Guides
Programming
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