Ian Andrew
Gameology CV
Game Creation and Design
SPLAT!
Originally published in 1983 on ZX Spectrum, by Incentive Software.
NEW! 2022 remake. Works on any PC with arrow key controls. PLAY SPLAT!
By Paul Gregory - See his Splat! Blog
"... one of the most addictive games I have ever played..." Computer & Video Games
"... it keeps you on your toes..." Crash
Idea of the game:
Guide Zippy around the massive exploration area to reach the gate on level 7.
Eat grass and fruit while avoiding the hazards.
All formats:
ZX Spectrum - 1983 - Incentive - £5.50
C64 - £6.50
Amstrad - £8.95
Credits:
Game concept, design and level design; Ian Andrew
Programming: Ian Andrew and Ian Morgan (Spectrum), Steve Zodiac (Commodore 64), Paul Shirley (Amstrad CPC)
FUN FACTS
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4th place in the C&VG 1983 Golden Joystick Awards - Best Original Game.
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Splat! offered a £500 prize for the highest score. It was the first game to offer a prize.