Summary
- Release Year: 1982
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Commodore C64/128/MAX, PC (Microsoft Windows), ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Beam Software
- Publishers: Melbourne House, Sinclair Research
Horace Goes Skiing (1982)
Horace Goes Skiing is a ski game released in 1982 for the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Dragon 32. It is the sequel to Hungry Horace, and features the same penguin-like character, Horace.
The game is set in a winter wonderland, and Horace must ski down a mountainside, avoiding obstacles such as trees, rocks, and other skiers. The player controls Horace’s speed and direction, and must also jump over obstacles and collect power-ups.
Horace Goes Skiing was a critical and commercial success, and is considered one of the best ski games of all time. It was praised for its addictive gameplay, challenging difficulty, and cute graphics.
Gameplay
Horace Goes Skiing is a side-scrolling ski game. The player controls Horace, a penguin-like character, as he skis down a mountainside. The player must avoid obstacles such as trees, rocks, and other skiers. The player can also collect power-ups, such as speed boosts and invincibility.
The game is divided into several levels, each with its own unique challenges. The levels become increasingly difficult as the game progresses. The player must complete each level in order to progress to the next.
Development
Horace Goes Skiing was developed by British software company Tang Software. The game was designed by John Tang and programmed by David Shea. The game was released in 1982 and was published by Sinclair Research for the ZX Spectrum, Melbourne House for the Commodore 64, and Microdeal for the Dragon 32.
Reception
Horace Goes Skiing was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its addictive gameplay, challenging difficulty, and cute graphics. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Horace Goes Skiing has been cited as one of the best ski games of all time. The game was included in the book “The ZX Spectrum Book of Games” by Steve Jarratt, which listed the 100 best games for the ZX Spectrum. The game was also included in the book “The Commodore 64 Book of Games” by David Shea, which listed the 100 best games for the Commodore 64.
Legacy
Horace Goes Skiing has had a lasting legacy in the video game industry. The game is still played by retro gamers today, and has been ported to a number of modern platforms. The game has also been referenced in other video games, such as the 2017 game “Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment”.
Horace Goes Skiing is a classic ski game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s addictive gameplay, challenging difficulty, and cute graphics make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Additional Information
- Horace Goes Skiing was the first game to feature Horace, a character that would go on to star in several other games.
- The game was released in Japan under the title “Horace Skis”.
- The game was ported to the Amstrad CPC in 1984.
- The game was included in the compilation “The Horace Collection” in 1985.
- The game was re-released on the Wii Virtual Console in 2007.
- The game was re-released on the PlayStation 4 in 2018.
Horace Goes Skiing (1982) Review
Horace Goes Skiing is a classic ski game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s addictive gameplay, challenging difficulty, and cute graphics make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 7/10
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