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The Final Matrix (CPC/Spectrum)

In this unique top-down shooter, originally released in 1987, take on the role of the plucky little Biopton Nimrod, sent on a dangerous mission to rescue his friends from the 'Matrix' prison planets of the Cratons. Contains both the Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.

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Gremlin Graphics
Publisher
Pixel Games UK
Release
February 21, 2023
3 years and 162 days ago
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About the Game

Originally released in 1987 for the Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum home computers, this unique top-down shooter from prolific British developers Gremlin Graphics saw players take on the role of Nimrod, a plucky little Biopton, who is sent on a dangerous mission to rescue other Bioptons who have been imprisoned by the hostile Cratons and imprisoned on the sinister network of 'Matrix' prison planets. Now, relive those days in this remastered emulated version.

Contains both the Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.

Gameplay

Choose a Matrix to land on, then infiltrate the planet and rescue your friends. Along the way you can find and use a variety of items, from weapons, to building blocks, to tv cameras that provide useful intel. Watch out for the guards, along with hazards like mines and black ice.


This enhanced version introduces a number of modern features to this retro classic, including:

  • Saving/loading the game at any point
  • Support for most modern game controllers
  • Full control remapping
  • Image scaling and smoothing options
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