Molecule Man (video game)
Introduction '''''Molecule Man''''' is an isometric 3D action-adventure video game released by Mastertronic in 1986 for a variety of 8-bit home computers. A level editor is included which enables the player to design their own mazes.
Plot Molecule Man is trapped in a radioactive maze and must reach the escape teleport before the radiation kills him.
Gameplay Atari 8-bit screenshotThe player controls the Molecule Man in his quest to escape within a time limit. He must find the teleport and repair it using 16 circuit board pieces that are scattered around the maze. Bombs must be purchased to blow open inaccessible areas. Meanwhile, the radiation is killing him and health pills must be purchased to prolong his life.Coins can be found lying around. These must be collected and taken to dispensers to purchase bombs and pills.
Reception ''ZX Computing'' wrote, "No not another 3-D maze game! 'Fraid so". A 1986 review for ''Sinclair User'' was more positive:
References
External links ** ''Molecule Man'' at Atari Mania*