SINCLAIR SOFTWARE DATABASE2

Hydrofool

released:

  • Gargoyle in 1987
  • Platforms: Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K

    Sections: inlay_text controls sequels/prequels reviews

    Hydrofool: inlay_text

    "SWEEVO," said the kindly old Robo-Master, gnashing his metallic teeth, "I
    didn't expect you back so soon... so, go and clean out the Deathbowl!"
    Wearily, Sweevo reached for his copy of the Galactic Aquarist and read:
    
    "The gigantic planetary aquarium called DEATHBOWL is now so polluted that the
    only remedy is to completely empty it of water by pulling out each of the
    four main plugs. Each plug is activated by special objects, indicated by the
    surrounding floor plates. These objects may just be lying around, although
    guarded, or they may be part of one of the inhabitants, which must therefore
    be eliminated - luckily, weapons, with limited ammo, may be found in abundance.
    The Deathbowl is constructed of several levels - downward access is by
    whirlpools, upward access by bubbles - some bubbles burst early, which is
    useful!
    
    NOTE: It is important that the plugs are pulled in the correct seqence,
    otherwise an inaccessible level will be created.
    
    SPECIAL NOTE: For mechanical lifeforms: Rusting commences on contact with
    water - this can be reversed, temporarily, by an intake of oil.