Genre: Maze / Chase
Developer: Data East
Publisher: Mattel Electronics
Year: 1982
Platform: Intellivision
Lock ‘n’ Chase is a maze chase video game developed by Data East and published by Mattel Electronics for the Intellivision in 1982. The game is set in a bank vault where the player controls a thief attempting to collect all the gold coins while avoiding capture by four pursuing police officers. The gameplay is similar to that of Pac-Man, with the addition of doors that can be closed to temporarily block the police.
The maze consists of various pathways and doors that the player can use strategically to evade the police. The thief can close doors behind him to slow down or trap the pursuing officers, adding a layer of strategy to the gameplay. The objective is to clear the maze of all coins and treasures while avoiding capture.
As the player progresses through the levels, the difficulty increases with faster and more aggressive police officers. The game includes various treasures that appear in the maze, providing additional points when collected. These treasures include items such as a top hat, crown, briefcase, and telephone, each with a specific point value.
Lock ‘n’ Chase supports both single-player and two-player modes, allowing for competitive or cooperative play. The game was notable for being included as a pack-in game with the Intellivision console, contributing to its widespread distribution. The game’s design aimed to capture the atmosphere of a bank heist, providing players with an engaging and challenging experience.
