Breakaway (VIC-20, Cassette) ALA Software - 1983 USA, Canada Release

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Breakaway
Title
Breakaway
Manufacturer #
OX1256
Platform(s)
Packaging
Plastic Clamshell
Media
Cassette
Copyright date(s)
1983
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Description from the packaging.

BREAKAWAY is a game of precision and timing, a challenge to the reflexes in which the hand must be quicker than the eye at all times, as you attempt to gain ground, while avoiding the roaming spiders. This is a game of consummate strategy, in which one is scored by the amount of space covered on screen. BREAKAWAY- in which time and distance combine to create a game of high-tech strategy defenses.

TYPE:

STRATEGY GAME

LOADING INSTRUCTIONS:

1) Press SHIFT and RUNSTOP keys
2) Release RUNSTOP key, then release SHIFT key
3) Press PLAY on recorder

GAME INSTRUCTIONS

1) You are attempting to gain as much territory as possible within the white screen border. You are scored on a percentage basis. Totally filling the black area within the white border would score 100%, half the area would score 50%, etc.

...You gain territory by moving within the area. As you go, a white trail is left. This is your gained territory. Giant spiders roam about. Their first entrance onto the screen will always be aimed directly at you. If you should be contacted by one; the game is over and the score is announced along with an informal rating.

2) Use the "N," "Z," and CURSOR keys to move. Use the F1 key at any time for a new game.

System Requirements

VIC-20
Required RAM
8K

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