Istar Crossword Jr. (C64 and Atari 8-Bit, 5 1/4" Disk) Istar Corporation - 1985 USA, Canada Release

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Istar Crossword Jr.
Packaging cover Istar Crossword Jr..
Product ID ISTAR0002
Platform(s) C64 and Atari 8-Bit
Packaging Retail Box
Media 5 1/4" Disk
Copyright date 1985
Publisher(s) Istar Corporation
Category(s) Entertainment, Traditional, Word Games, Crosswords
Country of Origin United States of America

Description from the packaging.

Istar Crossword Jr. is a delightful approach to computer crosswords, especially designed for children ages 8 years and older. Three Skill Levels challenge growing minds while increasing vocabulary and memorization through exercise. Skill Level 1 gives definitions and a word list to choose from. Skill Level 2 list definitions. Skill Level 3 is a simplified version of CrissCross and only lists words which are placed on a graphics matrix.

Word entry is accomplished be entering a row number and corresponding column letter, and then a direction. Helpful toggles provide for hints, checking errors, and even answers. Scoring, through minimizing entries and asking for as little help as possible, challenges young minds in a competitive atmosphere, while offering family fun for all.

System Requirements

C64
Required RAM 64K
Atari 8-Bit
Required RAM 64K

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Retail Box cover Istar Crossword Jr.. Retail Box back Istar Crossword Jr..

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