Genre: Sports / Action
Publisher: Martech Games Ltd.
Developer: Software Communications Ltd.
Year: 1985
System: Amstrad CPC
Description:
Based on the British strongman and Olympic shot putter Geoff Capes, this action-packed game challenges players to complete six demanding events that test strength, endurance, and strategy. The events include truck pulling, tug of war, car rolling, barrel loading, fairground bell, and log chopping. Each event must be completed within a time limit, with points awarded based on how much time is left.
The game’s control method and design philosophy distinguish between each of the eight main muscles Geoff uses. After a joystick-waggling challenge to raise as much strength as possible, players can choose which muscles to assign it to, adding an element of strategy and memory-testing. During each event, the eight muscles are displayed on either side of the screen, and as one comes into use, it will flash. Controlling a cursor, players must click on this as quickly as possible to achieve maximum effect. Any energy unused on each muscle is kept over for future events.
The 1985 release by Martech made the game accessible to a wider audience, offering an engaging and challenging experience that captures the essence of strongman competitions.
