Bounder, the classic 8-bit bouncy platform game originally developed and published by Gremlin Graphics back in 1985, is now available for iOS platform via Apple App Store.
The iOS version of Bounder includes the C64, ZX Spectrum and Amstrad CPC versions all lovingly re-created to a high standard so it looks, feels and sounds like the original computer versions but with new added extras to please retro gamers and attract new gamers.
Upon our initial play of all three retro versions, we are pleased to report that the visuals and sonics look and sound to be pretty close to spot on. Using touch screen controls proves to be challenging initially but with a little bit of practice you find that you are able to move your bouncing tennis ball pretty close to where you want it to go. Alternatively, you may elect to play the game in swipe mode or tilt mode. The game also incorporates a passcode system, allowing you to re-commence games after the last level completed.
Bounder is a free app with in-game adverts. The only question we have to ask is how do three games that originally would collectively take a couple hundred of kilobytes end up as a 130MB plus app on your iPhone/iPad? The wonders of modern technology.