Summary
- Release Year: 1988
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle, Strategy
- Platforms: Amiga, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Publishers: Image Works
Bombuzal (1988)
Bombuzal is a puzzle game developed by Sensible Software and released in 1988 for the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64. The player controls Bombuzal, a small green creature who must blow up all the bombs on each level in order to advance to the next.
The bombs come in various sizes, and the larger bombs have a larger blast radius. Bombuzal cannot trigger the larger bombs directly, so he must instead explode smaller bombs first and cause a chain reaction.
The game starts out simple, with just a few bombs on each level. However, as the player progresses, the levels become more and more complex, with more bombs, more hazards, and more gimmicks.
Some of the hazards and gimmicks that Bombuzal must contend with include:
- Ice floors, which make Bombuzal slide around uncontrollably
- Movable bombs, which can be pushed around by Bombuzal
- Disappearing ground tiles, which can cause Bombuzal to fall to his death
- Bombs that explode when Bombuzal touches them
- Bombs that explode after a certain amount of time
Despite the challenges, Bombuzal is a fair and rewarding game. The puzzles are well-designed, and there is always a sense of satisfaction when you finally manage to blow up all the bombs on a level.
Bombuzal was a critical and commercial success, and it is still considered one of the best puzzle games of all time. It was praised for its clever puzzles, its challenging gameplay, and its charming graphics and sound.
If you are a fan of puzzle games, then you owe it to yourself to check out Bombuzal. It is a classic game that will provide you with hours of enjoyment.
Gameplay
The goal of Bombuzal is to blow up all the bombs on each level in order to advance to the next. The bombs come in various sizes, and the larger bombs have a larger blast radius. Bombuzal cannot trigger the larger bombs directly, so he must instead explode smaller bombs first and cause a chain reaction.
To explode a bomb, Bombuzal simply needs to touch it. However, some bombs are protected by barriers, such as walls or ice. Bombuzal can destroy these barriers by exploding other bombs nearby.
Bombuzal can also collect power-ups that give him special abilities, such as the ability to walk through walls or to explode bombs from a distance.
Levels
There are a total of 100 levels in Bombuzal. The first few levels are relatively simple, with just a few bombs on each level. However, as the player progresses, the levels become more and more complex, with more bombs, more hazards, and more gimmicks.
Some of the later levels are extremely challenging, and they will require a lot of patience and skill to complete. However, the satisfaction of finally beating a difficult level is well worth the effort.
Graphics and sound
The graphics in Bombuzal are simple but effective. The characters and objects are all well-defined, and the colors are bright and cheerful. The game’s soundtrack is also very good, and it helps to create a sense of atmosphere and excitement.
Conclusion
Bombuzal is a classic puzzle game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. It is a challenging and rewarding game that will provide you with hours of enjoyment. If you are a fan of puzzle games, then you owe it to yourself to check out Bombuzal.
Review Score
8/10
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