Summary
- Release Year: 1982
- Genres: Shooter, Sport
- Platforms: Intellivision
- Developers: APh Technological Consulting
- Publishers: Mattel Electronics
Sharp Shot (1982)
Sharp Shot is a collection of four single-button action games for the Atari 2600: Touchdown Passing, Space Gunner, Submarine, and Maze Shoot. The goal of each game is to score as many points as possible within 60 seconds.
Sharp Shot was developed by Atari, Inc. and released in 1982. It was one of the first Atari 2600 games to feature multiple game modes, and it was also one of the first games to use a trackball controller.
Gameplay
Touchdown Passing
In Touchdown Passing, the player controls a quarterback who must throw footballs to receivers in the end zone. The player uses the trackball to aim the ball, and then presses the button to throw it. The player must avoid throwing the ball to defenders, and must also avoid running out of time.
Space Gunner
In Space Gunner, the player controls a spaceship that must shoot down enemy spaceships. The player uses the trackball to aim the spaceship, and then presses the button to fire. The player must avoid being hit by enemy fire, and must also avoid running out of time.
Submarine
In Submarine, the player controls a submarine that must torpedo enemy ships. The player uses the trackball to aim the submarine, and then presses the button to fire. The player must avoid being hit by enemy torpedoes, and must also avoid running out of time.
Maze Shoot
In Maze Shoot, the player controls a tank that must shoot its way through a maze. The player uses the trackball to aim the tank, and then presses the button to fire. The player must avoid being hit by enemy tanks, and must also avoid running out of time.
Reception
Sharp Shot was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its simple but addictive gameplay, and for its innovative use of the trackball controller. Sharp Shot was also one of the first Atari 2600 games to be ported to other platforms, including the ColecoVision and the Commodore 64.
Sharp Shot is still considered to be one of the best Atari 2600 games ever made. It is a classic example of simple but addictive gameplay, and it is still enjoyed by gamers of all ages today.
Legacy
Sharp Shot has had a lasting impact on the video game industry. It was one of the first games to feature multiple game modes, and it was also one of the first games to use a trackball controller. Sharp Shot also helped to popularize the single-button action game genre.
Sharp Shot has been cited as an inspiration for many other video games, including the popular arcade game Missile Command. Sharp Shot is also considered to be one of the most influential Atari 2600 games ever made.
Conclusion
Sharp Shot is a classic Atari 2600 game that is still enjoyed by gamers of all ages today. It is a simple but addictive game that is perfect for a quick pick-up-and-play session. If you are a fan of retro gaming or arcade classics, then I highly recommend checking out Sharp Shot.
Review Score
8/10
