Summary
- Release Year: 1979
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle
- Platforms: Acorn Electron, Apple II, Atari 8-bit, BBC Microcomputer System, Commodore 16, Commodore C64/128/MAX, Commodore Plus/4, Dragon 32/64, FM-7, PC-8800 Series, PC-9800 Series, Texas Instruments TI-99, TRS-80, TRS-80 Color Computer
- Developers: Adventure International
- Publishers: Adventure International, Commodore Business Machines, Inc., Commodore Electronics Ltd., StarCraft, Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated
Strange Odyssey: A Text Adventure Classic
Introduction
Strange Odyssey is a text adventure game released in 1979 for the TRS-80 and Apple II computers. It was developed by Dan Bunten, who would later go on to create the classic strategy game M.U.L.E.. Strange Odyssey is a science fiction adventure that puts the player in the role of a spaceship captain who has crash-landed on a strange alien planet. The player must explore the planet, find five alien artifacts, and repair their spaceship in order to return home.
Gameplay
Strange Odyssey is a text adventure game, which means that the player interacts with the game world by typing commands. The game world is described in text, and the player can move around the world, interact with objects, and solve puzzles.
The goal of Strange Odyssey is to find five alien artifacts and repair the player’s spaceship. The artifacts are hidden in different locations around the planet, and the player must use their wits to find them. The spaceship is also damaged, and the player must find the necessary parts to repair it.
Setting
Strange Odyssey is set on a strange alien planet. The planet is home to a variety of alien creatures, some of which are friendly and some of which are hostile. The planet is also full of dangerous traps and obstacles.
Characters
The player character in Strange Odyssey is the captain of a spaceship. The captain is a skilled explorer and problem-solver.
The player will also encounter a variety of other characters during the game, including:
- Aliens: The planet is home to a variety of alien creatures, some of which are friendly and some of which are hostile.
- Robots: The player will also encounter robots, which can be helpful or harmful.
- Other humans: The player may also encounter other humans who have crash-landed on the planet.
Puzzles
Strange Odyssey is full of puzzles that the player must solve in order to progress. The puzzles are varied and challenging, and they require the player to use their wits and problem-solving skills.
Legacy
Strange Odyssey was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered to be one of the classic text adventure games. The game was praised for its innovative gameplay, its challenging puzzles, and its immersive setting. Strange Odyssey has been ported to a variety of platforms over the years, and it remains popular with fans of text adventure games today.
Review
Strange Odyssey is a classic text adventure game that is still enjoyable today. The game’s challenging puzzles, immersive setting, and innovative gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 7.5/10
Tips for Playing
Here are a few tips for playing Strange Odyssey:
- Explore the game world thoroughly. The artifacts and spaceship parts are hidden in different locations around the planet, so it is important to explore every nook and cranny.
- Talk to the other characters you meet. They can provide you with valuable information and help you solve puzzles.
- Be careful of the traps and obstacles in the game world. Some of them can be deadly.
- Save your game often. Strange Odyssey is a challenging game, and you don’t want to lose your progress if you make a mistake.
Conclusion
Strange Odyssey is a classic text adventure game that is still enjoyable today. The game’s challenging puzzles, immersive setting, and innovative gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
7.5/10
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