EPISODE 16: Robo-Squash
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#PA2035, Published by Atari Corp. In this episode Monty and I cover a “Zero-G Futuresport” game for the Lynx, Robo-Squash, set in either the 29th or 31st century and released for the Lynx in 1990. As Monty seems somewhat confused as to what the game of squash really is, I go about setting him straight. In the meantime, he and I provide statistics for Robo-Squash, as well as a run-down on how to play it. We also go over reviews and ratings for the game, some fun facts and trivia, plus some very welcome listener feedback. [“Who leaves a country packed with ponies to come to a non-pony country?”] ROBO-SQUASH VITAL STATISTICS Release Date: October of 1990 (North America and Europe); July 26, 1991 (Japan). Initial Retail Price: $34.00-$39.00 (US); £29.99 (UK); ₣300 (France). Cartridge Information: 128kb stereo curved lip-style cartridge. Game Genre: Front-view 2-dimensional sports action game for 1 player, or for 2 opposing players using the ComLynx cable. Based On: The racket and ball indoor sport called squash, developed in London during the 19th century, and played by two players in a four-walled court using a small, hollow rubber ball. Screen Playfield Orientation: Landscape (horizontal). Ports to Other Systems: Robo-Squash is an Atari Lynx exclusive that was not ported to any other system. Game Levels: There are 16 rounds, or planets, in Robo-Squash. Skill Levels: There are 4 skill levels in Robo-Squash: KLUTZ, TERRIFIC, OUTRAGEOUS, and INSANE. Packaging: A full-color standard flap-tab regular-size box (5 3/8″ by 4 3/8″ by 7/8″). There was also a blister-pack released in Europe for Robo-Squash, as well as French, Japanese, and Micro World variants. Instruction Manual: An 8-page (including front and back covers) stapled regular-sized booklet manual in monochrome, measuring the usual 4 7/8” high by 3 ¾” wide. The manual was released in English (North America), in French (France), and in Japanese (Japan). It’s possible that it was written by Scott Rhoades. ROBO-SQUASH CREDITS Working Title: 3D Barrage. Developer: NuFX, Inc. (maybe) Programmer: Ed Schneider Artwork: Robert Nagel Music/Sound Effects: David Tumminaro Producer: Craig Erickson LYNXED IN Be sure to check out AtariGamer.com to stay “Lynxed In” to all of the latest news about our favorite handheld gaming console!   LYNX LYNKS Information About Robo-Squash: Atari Age title info/rarity guide for Robo-Squash Atari Gamer title info/rarity guide for Robo-Squash Digital Press title info/rarity guide for Robo-Squash GameFAQs article about Robo-Squash Moby Games article about Robo-Squash Wikipedia a style="color: #000000;" href="https://en.wikipedia.
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