A downloadable game

I have taken the original 1970s source code of the 80 column printer terminal based simulation and converted it for the BBC Micro Model B 32k, running in MODE 7 (40 column Teletext mode) ...No mainframe required!

Whilst undertaking this conversion I have added numerous subtle enhancements, including "helpers" for navigation & photon torpedo targeting and long range scanner interpretation guide. I've re-engineered and refined many stats, charts & data outputs. I've also added some user-friendly features and extra summary data readouts. All whilst keeping to the exact gameplay experience of the original.

This program is 100% text based and uses ZERO cursor control codes, only carriage returns, just like the mainframe terminal-based games of the 70s.

This BBC version here doesn't work at all on an Electron. I have a conversion specifically for the Electron; see my main page.

I've updated the program to make use of the BBC's function keys. I've uploaded a printable PDF so you can have your own f-key legend strip to insert behind the Beeb's Perspex. Another update is a special customised version specifically for monochrome monitors; several key elements are "highlighted" by using MODE 7's flashing attribute.

Please leave comments and/or bug reports on my devlog. Thank you!

v3.1

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