SINCLAIR SOFTWARE DATABASE2

720deg

Written by: Tiertex

released:

  • US Gold in 1986
  • categories: arcade, licence

    Platforms: Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K

    Sections: controls instructions reviews sequels/prequels general facts notes

    720deg: instructions

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    The player controls a skateboarder. The object of the game is to perform 
    stunts accumulating points for which skate park tickets are obtained. 
    In the parks you compete to gain medals and cash. Cash may be used to 
    purchase better equipment (e.g. boards, shoes, pads, protective helmets) 
    which improves the performance of the player.
    
    Select keyboard or joystick and then press key 1 for three credits.
    
    You can then skate around "Skate City" visiting the four shops and four 
    parks. There are four parks in "Skate City" each of which may be visited 
    only once on each level of the game. The parks are Downhill, Jump, Race 
    and Slalom.
    
    The locations of these are indicated on a map ch appears on the screen 
    if you pass over a "map" square. Activating the joystick continues the 
    game.
    
    Tickets are used as the parks are visited (under the T on the screen).
    
    Extra tickets are awarded at 5,000, 15,000, 25,000, 35,000 etc. points. 
    Medals are awarded for good performance in the parks, with cash prizes 
    and bonus points.
    
    After visiting each park a status sheet is displayed indicating medals 
    awarded. High score and remaining credits also.
    
    When in the vicinity of a shop an icon to the right of the screen flashes 
    alternately with the price. These icons represent helmets, shoes, 
    skateboard and pads. The level of equipment is indicated alongside 
    the appropriate icon. Approaching the counter at the correct place 
    either results in a "SALE" or "NO SALE" message.
    
    Bonus points are awarded for remaining cash at the end of the game.
    
    If the player does not enter a park within the time limit displayed on 
    the bar timer, he is pursued by killer bees. These become more dangerous 
    if the player does not enter a park quickly, transforming into various 
    objects. Extra points may be gained by passing over certain hidden 
    locations.
    
    Dollar bills on the road may be collected. The player should avoid 
    contact with other characters appearing on the screen.