Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Arcade
- Platforms: DOS
- Developers: Filip Oščádal, Kamil Doležal
- Publishers: Filip Oščádal, Kamil Doležal
Achtung, die Kurve! (1995): A Retro Multiplayer Classic
Achtung, die Kurve!, also known as Curve Fever or simply Achtung, is a freeware, multiplayer DOS computer game that supports from two-player up to eight-player gaming simultaneously. The game is a clone of the lesser known Cervi (Worms) from 1993, differing in that the lines now have holes.
Gameplay
The goal of Achtung, die Kurve! is to be the last player standing. Players control a line that snakes around the screen. The lines can be moved in any direction, but they cannot cross themselves or other lines. If a line touches another line, it dies.
The game is played on a black background with white lines. The lines start out small, but they grow longer as they eat food. Food appears randomly on the screen, and it comes in two types: regular food and super food. Regular food makes the line grow by one segment, while super food makes the line grow by two segments.
In addition to food, there are also obstacles that can make the game more challenging. Obstacles include walls, spikes, and other players’ lines. Players can use these obstacles to their advantage by trapping other players or blocking their path.
Multiplayer
Achtung, die Kurve! is best known for its multiplayer mode. The game supports up to eight players simultaneously, and it can be played over a LAN or the internet. Multiplayer games can be either cooperative or competitive. In cooperative mode, players work together to defeat computer-controlled opponents. In competitive mode, players compete against each other to be the last player standing.
Reception
Achtung, die Kurve! was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its simple but addictive gameplay, its challenging multiplayer mode, and its low system requirements. Achtung, die Kurve! was also one of the first games to be released as freeware, which helped to make it even more popular.
Legacy
Achtung, die Kurve! is still played by many people today. The game has been ported to a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, and Linux. There are also several online versions of the game available.
Achtung, die Kurve! has also been the inspiration for several other games, including the popular mobile game Snake.io.
Tips for Playing Achtung, die Kurve!
Here are a few tips for playing Achtung, die Kurve!:
- Stay small. The smaller your line is, the harder it will be for other players to hit you.
- Eat food. Food will make your line grow longer, which will give you an advantage over other players.
- Use obstacles to your advantage. Obstacles can be used to trap other players or block their path.
- Be patient. Achtung, die Kurve! is a game of patience. Don’t get discouraged if you die early on. Just keep practicing and you’ll eventually get better.
Conclusion
Achtung, die Kurve! is a classic multiplayer game that is still enjoyed by many people today. The game’s simple but addictive gameplay, challenging multiplayer mode, and low system requirements make it a great choice for anyone looking for a fun and competitive game to play.
Review Score
8.5/10
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